A History of Neuk Collective

The Neuk Manifesto

Neuk began with in 2021 the creation and launch of the Neuk Manifesto – a document outlining the various social, administrative and structural barriers faced by neurodivergent artists as they navigate their careers, and how the art world could be adjusted to mitigate these challenges and become more inclusive.

Our First Members’ Exhibition

In November 2021, Neuk presented its first exhibition at Custom Lane Gallery in Leith, showcasing the work of the original 4 members. You can find more photographs on our exhibition page

Large white room with two large abstract wooden sculptures, and a wall of manifestos.

The same gallery room from a different angle. This one shows a small room off the main one, full of trinkets on the wall. It also shows a table full of access equipment.

Restructuring and Growth

Interest in Neuk Collective surged after our first exhibition. We established our parent CIC, Door in the Wall Arts Access and Neuk membership grew to over 100 members.

Our Second Members’ Exhibition

In July 2024, Neuk presented ‘Neuk Perspectives’, our second members’ exhibition, at Patriothall Gallery in Stockbridge. We had 43 exhibiting artists, whose work ranged from painting and drawing to sculpture, film and interactive installations. Our opening night welcomed an estimated 180 people. Not only did our exhibition platform the work of neurodivergent artists, but it also served as an example for how gallery spaces can be designed with accessibility in mind. More photos are available on our website.

Large gallery space with assorted works and a small room partitioned off. There are also 2 screens with hairs in front of them.

Lots of people standing chatting in a gallery

Lots of people standing chatting in a gallery, surrounding a large rusted disc.

Creative Edinburgh Awards 2024

In November 2024, Neuk Collective was awarded the Creative Edinburgh Community Award!

A middle aged white woman standing on a stage to accept an award.

A graphic that says "The community award: Sponsored by Codebase"

What’s next?

We have an action-packed 2025 planned! Why not check out our winter calendar and come along to one of our events?