Spectra Leadership Development Programme
Our Spectra Leadership Development Programme is now live for applications! Find out more about it on our dedicated Spectra site 👈
Proposed Access to Work Changes: What You Need to Know
You might have seen recent headlines about proposed changes to Access to Work (AtW). These changes, outlined in the UK Government’s Pathways to Work Green Paper, are deeply concerning – especially for disabled creatives and freelancers. We know many of our members rely on Access to Work to make their practice sustainable – whether that’s […]
Access Support for Artists
1:1 Access Support We offer a free 1-hour 1:1 access support session with our director for artists who want to talk over an access issue, get help filling out forms, or find out more about topics like Access to Work. We can also signpost you to other organisations where appropriate. We can also help you […]
Easy Read
Easy Read resources open the arts to learning-disabled and neurodivergent artists and audiences; however, they are not made widely available. It can be difficult to find Easy Read practitioners who are sensitive to an arts context and who can provide arts-appropriate imagery. Through our parent CIC, Door in the Wall, we provide Easy Read translation […]
Consultancy and Training
We offer consultancy for organisations looking for support. Our consultancy takes on a wide diversity of forms, with examples including online or in-person 1:1 consultation sessions on specific issues such as access audits and sensory walk-arounds. All our consultants have lived experience of disability or neurodivergence and are well equipped to offer practical, effective advice […]
Thank you!
Earlier this year we held a crowdfunder, which raised £1500. We want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated – you’ve made our new phase possible ❤ We want to say an individual thank you to Catriona, Aurora, Peter, Bill, Gaelle, Rachel, Anita, Iona, Ailsa, Megan, Megan, Anna, Jessie, Janine, Dani, Claudia, […]
Statement from Neuk Collective on the Closure of the Open Fund for Individuals
We are shocked and deeply saddened by Creative Scotland’s decision to close the Open Fund for Individuals indefinitely, starting on 30th August. This fund has been a vital support for many of us, helping us to pursue our creative work in ways that respect our unique needs and perspectives. This decision is a serious setback […]
Pittenweem Arts Festival – About the Artists
Find out more about the Neuk Collective artists exhibiting at Pittenweem Arts Festival! Tom Bird Tom Bird (they/them) is a Dundee-based writer and poet, and performer in poetry-music duo, 2 Stoned Birds. Their spoken word poetry often delves into fantasy, neurodivergence and trans identity, with warm honesty and hope. In 2022, they were the recipient […]
Meet the Artist – Marzena Ostromecka
This month we meet glass artist and Neuk member Marzena Ostromecka, whose playful work adorns our exhibition poster, and will be exhibited at this year’s Glass Biennale. Marzena chats to Elspeth about ‘coming out’ as an autistic artist, her drive to experiment, and the inspirational behind her latest piece. Interview by Elspeth Wilson Hi Marzena! […]
Quiet Please: A Personal Exploration of Public Inclusivity
Earlier this year, artist Gaelle Chassery undertook a residency with Neuk Collective, looking into quiet spaces in public life. In this post, Gaelle shares her findings and her thoughts on the critical need for these spaces, exploring both the challenges and transformative possibilities they present for neurodivergent people and people with invisible disabilities. Pictured above: […]
Meet the artist – Funmi Lijadu
This month we meet Funmi Lijadu – Neuk Collective member, writer, and collage artist with an interest in social issues, identity and surrealism. Profile by Elspeth Wilson Hi Funmi! Could you tell us a bit more about your work and what you do? I make collage art that often reflects social issues and explores identity. I make […]
Meet the Artist – Elspeth Wilson
We meet Elspeth Wilson – writer, poet, and Neuk Collective member – to talk embodiment, appreciating pop culture, and finding community with other artists. Hi Elspeth! Could you say a little bit about who you are and what you do? I’m a writer and poet who writes across non-fiction, fiction and poetry. I’m super interested […]
Protected: Neuk Exhibition 2024 – Visit to Patriothall
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Meet the Artist – Gaelle Chassery
We meet Gaelle Chassery, Neuk Collective member and textile artist, to talk about her work, the beauty to be found in neurodivergent spaces, and ways the art world can effect real change for neurodivergent and disabled artists. Profile by Elspeth Wilson Hi Gaelle! Can you tell us a bit about the work you do? I […]
A Visit to the V&A With Sensory Consequences
Guest blog post by Neuk Collective member Libby Lilburn This a review of my visit to the V&A Dundee, through the lens of someone who is Autistic, has Sensory Integration Dysfunction[1] and Fibromyalgia, and my thoughts on how galleries can be more accessible to all disabilities. Walking into the V&A Dundee, I get anxious knowing […]
Neuk Gift Guide 2023
It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner. If you’re looking for gifts for friends, or family, or want to treat yourself, why not support neurodivergent artists and creative businesses? To make it easy, we’ve created a round-up of some of the amazing, out-of-the-box gifts you can buy directly from Neuk […]
Membership is open!
Want to join Neuk Collective? We’re accepting new members! Membership is now open until November 30th – sign up here: It’s free to join, and you get: Who can join? You must be We also ask that you broadly support the aims of the Neuk Manifesto Sign-ups close at 5pm on November 30th, and we […]
2021 Exhibition
In November 2021, Neuk Collective presented an exhibition of works by neurodivergent artists Robyn Benson, Dylan Esposito, Tzipporah Johnston and Dawnne McGeachy, at Custom Lane Gallery in Leith, Edinburgh. The gallery below shows a selection of photographs, more of which can be viewed on our Flickr. For audio labels for all works, please see our […]
Accessiblity Centred
We can hardly believe it but in just one week’s time we will be installing our exhibition at Custom Lane gallery! So, now might be a good time to talk a bit about some of the features we’re trying out to make the exhibition more accessible, particularly for neurodivergent visitors. Ear Defenders The exhibition in […]
Neurodivergent Artists – What’s holding us back?
Last year Neuk Collective conducted two surveys investigating the experiences of neurodivergent artists in Scotland. We wanted to find out what ND people felt the barriers to them working in the arts are, and what ND people felt would help them to overcome those barriers. We’d like to take this opportunity say a massive thank you to […]