Residency & Exhibition Opportunity for Artists with a Learning Disability and/or Artists Who Identify As Neurodiverse
About This Opportunity
As part of Portsmouth’s first Learning Disability-led Arts Festival, This New Ground is partnering with Aspex Portsmouth to offer an exciting opportunity for two visual artists. We are looking for two visual artists to take part in an artist residency, culminating in a group exhibition at Aspex Portsmouth. The festival aims to champion the creativity, leadership, and talent of artists with learning disabilities and neurodivergent artists. It is grounded in the belief that learning-disabled and neurodivergent voices should be at the forefront of cultural life, not only as participants but as leaders, curators, and creators of high-quality contemporary art.
Restrictions
Applicants must be from Portsmouth or the surrounding counties (Hampshire, West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, Isle of Wight, Dorset, Kent)
What's Offered
Additional Resources
A materials budget of up to £500, Curatorial support from Aspex Portsmouth, Regular check-ins and mentoring from This New Ground, A place in the main gallery group exhibition at Aspex in 2026, Up to £100 for travel to the exhibition and festival