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2021 Adam Reynolds Award-Johanna Hedva

2021 Adam Reynolds Award-Johanna Hedva

We are delighted to announce that the recipient of the 2021 Adam Reynolds Award is writer, artist, and musician, Johanna Hedva Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Updated: 13th April, 2022

Shape receives vital grant from £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund

Shape receives vital grant from £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund

We are thrilled to announce the receipt of a vital grant from the Culture Recovery Fund. Read more

Published: 17th October, 2020

Updated: 8th June, 2021

Postbooks: a creative antidote to isolation

Postbooks: a creative antidote to isolation

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Published: 16th October, 2020

Updated: 2nd December, 2020

Exploring Black History with N. Ronke

Exploring Black History with N. Ronke

Artist N. Ronke takes us through the overlooked and unexpected figures from Black British history through a new series of prints. Read more

Published: 1st October, 2020

Updated: 30th November, 2020

The launch of NDMAC!

The launch of NDMAC!

Following the success of NDACA, Shape is pleased to announce that we have been awarded initial support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to develop our next major heritage project. Read more

Published: 15th May, 2020

Updated: 15th September, 2025

Augmented Reality - Better Art?

Augmented Reality - Better Art?

Caglar Kimyoncu tells us about his augmented reality (AR) App - and an exciting new exhibition where the App will be explored Read more

Published: 9th January, 2020

Updated: 21st January, 2020

2019 Venice Biennale – May We Live In Interesting Times.

2019 Venice Biennale – May We Live In Interesting Times.

David Hevey, Shape CEO/Artistic Director visited a powerful Venice Biennale where diversity, difference and quality broke through. Read more

Published: 31st October, 2019

Updated: 5th February, 2020

Author: eleanor peake

Shape Open 2019: Winners announced!

Shape Open 2019: Winners announced!

We are delighted to announce this year's Shape Open winner and People Choice artist ... Read more

Published: 24th September, 2019

Updated: 8th November, 2019

Author: Jeff Rowlings

Reflections on the Disability Arts Movement

Reflections on the Disability Arts Movement

Curator and writer Linda Rocco interviewed Tony Heaton OBE, David Hevey and Jo Verrent, for their thoughts on the legacy of disabled people’s art and activism in the UK. Read more

Published: 10th June, 2019

Updated: 1st July, 2022

Author: Anonymised User

Shape Open 2019: Artists Announced

Shape Open 2019: Artists Announced

The artists chosen to exhibit at the 2019 Shape Open are announced. They will participate in the Shape Open exhibition at Bow Arts in September. Read more

Published: 5th June, 2019

Updated: 23rd November, 2022

Author: Anonymised User

Adam Reynolds Memorial Bursary 2019: Recipient Announced

Adam Reynolds Memorial Bursary 2019: Recipient Announced

We are thrilled to announce this years successful recipient of Shape Arts’ prestigious flagship art award. Read more

Published: 30th November, 2018

Updated: 9th March, 2020

Author: Anonymised User

Recipients of the 2019 Emergence Bursary announced!

Recipients of the 2019 Emergence Bursary announced!

In collaboration with a-n The Artists Information Company and Disability Arts Online (DAO) we are thrilled to announce the winners of the four Emergence Bursaries! Read more

Published: 28th November, 2018

Updated: 8th February, 2019

Author: Anonymised User

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  • Online World Premiere: We Year at RestFest Film Festival

    Online World Premiere: We Year at RestFest Film Festival

    World premiere of 'We Year', a new film by Sop at RestFest film festival. Online and pay what you can.

  • Screening: Another Day at Bridges Loutraki International Film Festival

    Screening: Another Day at Bridges Loutraki International Film Festival

    Another Day travels to Greece for Bridges Loutraki International Film Festival

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  • What is neurodiversity?

    What is neurodiversity?

    Check out our short guide on neurodiversity and some top tips for inclusive working

  • What is the Social Model of Disability?

    What is the Social Model of Disability?

    Learn about the social model of disability that informs all of our work at Shape

  • Find a Studio Space in London

    Find a Studio Space in London

    Looking for an accessible studio in London? Check out our directory of potential studios

  • Breaking the barriers to creative excellence

    Breaking the barriers to creative excellence

    Find out about Shape's philosophy, guiding aims and principles

  • How to Put On An Accessible Exhibition

    How to Put On An Accessible Exhibition

    Check out this guide for top tips and extra points to consider when making your exhibition accessible and inclusive

  • Disability Equality Training

    Disability Equality Training

    Improve how your organisation works with disabled people, and benefit as a result

  • Open call for UK-based disabled artists!

    Open call for UK-based disabled artists!

    Apply now for a new commission exploring urban barriers faced by disabled people, to be exhibited at UCL East.

  • Discover Artist Funding

    Discover Artist Funding

    Check out our list of funders providing financial support to disabled artists in the UK

  • Explore 'How to Get an Exhibition' by The White Pube

    Explore 'How to Get an Exhibition' by The White Pube

    A list of dos and don'ts, a disclaimer and an honest opinion on getting an exhibition as an emerging artist

  • Easy Read

    Easy Read

    Read the Easy Read version of our resource on the Social Model of Disability

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Published: 12th April, 2021

Updated: 7th April, 2025

Author: Eli Hayes


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