Founded in 2015, Mainspring Arts works across artforms to support neurodivergent artists and celebrate neurodivergent creativity.

We work closely with neurodivergent (ND) creatives, supporting them to develop their artistic practice. We provide platforms for ND creatives to make and share work, and opportunities to meet and collaborate.

Our programmes are designed by and for ND creatives, and all creative decisions are made by ND participants and practitioners.

We aim to increase representation of ND people in the arts, to combat stereotypes surrounding neurodivergence and what ND art can be, and to cultivate an environment in which ND creatives can thrive.