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Shape is a disability-led arts organisation working to improve access to culture for disabled people. We develop opportunities for disabled artists, we train cultural institutions to be more open to disabled people, and we run participatory arts and development programmes.

Explore Project - Ikon Gallery Artist in Focus: Anne Teahan

18 Jan 2010

Anne chats to us about her life as an artist.

Shape Artists Commissions – How to Make Your Commission Accessible

27 Nov 2009

Was an opportunity for us to capture and share learning from our experience of commissioning, supporting and finally showcasing the work of 4 disabled artists. 

"Engagement with culture gives us spiritual and personal sustenance and offers different perspectives on the world. It is crucial to our development as people." (Arts Council 2004)