Elevating the voices of disabled and neurodivergent makers, crafters and artists.
The Collective is designed for the needs of neurodivergent and disabled creatives
Nirvanas Arts Collective wants to elevate the creative voices of disabled and neurodivergent creatives and crafters, even those that may not call themselves artists. From painters to textile artists and writers, we are committed to helping you reach your fullest creative potential. We provide financial and occupational opportunities through exhibitions, our online shop and other venues to sell your art that considers your support needs and enhances your wellbeing.
The collective is a welcoming space designed to nurture, support creativity, and connection among artists and crafters. We believe in providing valuable resources to help you thrive in your artistic journey, we do this through 1-to-1 support, networking events, adaptive art tools and printing services. As a member of our collective, you will have the opportunity to be a featured artist on our website, showcasing your work to a wider audience and we will keep you up-to-date with the latest opportunities through our members newsletter.
Sell online
We will sell your creations through our website. We will photograph, list, pack and ship your products for you. Additionally, we also deal with customer service issues and enquires, including commission work.
Sell in-person
We will sell your art and products on behalf of you at art markets and in-person events, such as our exhibitions.
Create more Products
We can expand your product offerings, such as selling prints, cards, digitals, with little to no upfront costs, and we will sort this for you!
Retail insights
We will continually communicate with you to provide retail insights such as current trends in art that are selling or your products that are most popular.
1-to-1 Support
We will offer 1-to-1 support and guidance for those that need it. This may be to help your confidence or talk through ideas for your art.
What we offer: Selling
How we manage the other 70%
Running a small creative business is often 30% creating and 70% managing everything else. We understand the unique challenges you face as a disabled creative therefore we have developed a service that manages the other 70% so you can focus on developing your craft and creating art at your own pace.
Need support to develop your artistic skills and creative voice?
Our creative support service is dedicated to empowering artists on their journey of creative exploration and skill development. Through personalised guidance and resources, we aim to nurture your artistic talents and help you flourish in your craft.
Further information
Find our more about the application process, FAQs and further information about what we offer in our information PDFs. The short read uses easier language and takes less time to read. Both are available in large print formats. The PDFs should be compatible with PDF screen read. If any information needs to be read in an alternative format please contact us.
Supported by South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation
