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Venture Arts, 43 Old Birley Street, Manchester, M15 5RF

+44 0161 232 1223

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We’re always happy to hear from journalists and writers who are interested in Venture Arts and our work. Please contact Debbie Cowley, Marketing and Communications Officer, on 0161 232 1223 or email comms@venturearts.org

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Help us Make Space for the next 30 years of bold, boundary-pushing creativity.

We’re aiming to raise £25,000 towards the redevelopment of our studio – a place where neurodivergent and learning disabled artists create, connect and thrive.


Why we’re 
Making Space

At Venture Arts, our artist studio in Hulme, Manchester is the heart of everything we do. It’s where ideas come to life, friendships are made, confidence grows and careers take flight. But right now, it’s bursting at the seams, and our ambitions are even bigger.

 

With your help, we’ll create a space that matches the talent, energy and vision of our artists.

A space where:

  • Learning disabled artists lead the way
  • Creativity is nurtured and valued
  • Friendships and confidence grow
  • Everyone feels like they belong

 

Together, we can Make Space for the next 30 years of creative brilliance, for a more equitable, joyful society, for artists to thrive on their own terms.

Your donation is more than a gift — it’s an act of solidarity. Help us raise £25,000 to transform our studios and expand what’s possible. Donate today – thank you! 

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Discover the difference your donations make in people’s lives and the impact of your support

Artist Sally Hirst working on a ceramics project

Sally Hirst

Sally’s work showcases a rich imagination, with detailed and delicate drawing, prints and embroidery.

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Leslie Thompson sitting at a desk drawing, with one of his artworks displayed on an easel

Leslie Thompson

Leslie has been a Venture Arts studio artist for over 30 years. His work is fluent, figurative and full of character.

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Ahmed Mohammed

Ahmed’s intuitive drawing style has developed greatly during his time at Venture Arts. His art is densely worked and colour-saturated.

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Artist Horace Lindezey sat at a desk embroidering. He is smiling down at this work.

Horace Lindezey

Horace has been a regular fixture at Venture Arts for well over a quarter of a century.

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Help us Make Space for the next 30 years of bold, boundary-pushing creativity.

We’re aiming to raise £25,000 towards the redevelopment of our studio – a place where neurodivergent and learning disabled artists create, connect and thrive.

Why we’re Making Space

At Venture Arts, our artist studio in Hulme, Manchester is the heart of everything we do. It’s where ideas come to life, friendships are made, confidence grows and careers take flight. But right now, it’s bursting at the seams, and our ambitions are even bigger.

With your help, we’ll create a space that matches the talent, energy and vision of our artists. A space where:

  • Learning disabled artists lead the way
  • Creativity is nurtured and valued
  • Friendships and confidence grow
  • Everyone feels like they belong

 

Together, we can Make Space for the next 30 years of creative brilliance, for a more equitable, joyful society, for artists to thrive on their own terms.

Your donation is more than a gift — it’s an act of solidarity. Help us raise £25,000 to transform our studios and expand what’s possible. Donate today – thank you!