Bold contemporary art. Extraordinary artists.
Working with learning disabled and neurodivergent artists to develop ambitious creative practices for over 30 years.
Over 30 years of ambitious creativity.
For more than 30 years, Venture Arts has worked alongside learning disabled and neurodivergent artists to develop ambitious creative practices, exhibit their work and build careers in the arts.
From our Manchester studio, artists create work that challenges expectations, sparks conversations and reaches audiences across the UK and beyond.
This month we’re celebrating the work of studio artist Justin Lees.
Justin is an illustrator with a distinctive drawing style, often placing himself at the centre of his stories and illustrations. A keen animation fan, he takes particular inspiration from Pixar and Aardman, bringing character, humour and storytelling into his work.
This month also marks the fifth anniversary of Justin’s podcast, where he talks about his artwork, exhibitions he’s visited, his life and creative practice.
Justin’s work is currently being exhibited as part of the Manchester Open 2026 at HOME until 6 September.
Events & Exhibitions
Join DJ Horace and friends for an afternoon of all-vinyl music at Piccadilly Central Manchester.
Join DJ Horace and friends for an afternoon of all-vinyl music at Piccadilly Central Manchester.
Join DJ Horace and friends for an afternoon of all-vinyl music at Piccadilly Central Manchester.
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Our first shared goal is to help fund the Venture Arts archive, protecting and preserving Venture Arts artists’ work for the future.
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