Atypical Gallery
Our gallery hosts exhibitions and events that support the work of d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists based in Northern Ireland. The programme runs throughout the year, and showcases work of artists working in diverse media, themes and styles.
The Atypical Gallery takes part in the monthly Late Night Art Belfast event on the first Thursday of every month.
You can find information about accessibility in the Atypical Gallery on our accessibility page. We also have a Social Story that tells you what to expect when you visit the Atypical Gallery. You can download the Social Story by tapping the image below.
Open Call for Digital Technology Gallery Exhibition
University of Atypical for Arts and Disability is inviting eligible artists working in any medium or genre to submit applications for an exciting Open Call opportunity with the theme of Digital Technology, for an exhibition in the Atypical Gallery.
This opportunity is open to artists who self-identify as d/Deaf, disabled or neurodivergent. The exhibition will take place in the Atypical Gallery from 5 March to 28 April 2026.
The artist who is selected will:
- receive a £900 fee
- present a body of work for an exhibition in the Atypical Gallery from 5 March until 28 April 2026
- present a gallery talk about their work
If you prefer to send your submission using British or Irish Sign Language please email administration@universityofatypical.org before the deadline. We can tell you how to send video applications.
Please let us know if you have any access requirements for completing your application.
We can provide alternative formats on request.
If you have any questions about the application please email administration@universityofatypical.org or call 028 90239450.
Open call timeline
Applications open: Friday 15 August 2025
Application deadline: Tuesday 7 October 2025 at 4:00 pm
Decision date: Thursday 30 October 2025
Exhibition dates: Thursday 5 March – Tuesday 28 April 2026
If you wish to apply, please download and read the supporting documents. These are available in Word or PDF format by tapping the icons below.
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Online application form
Please use the link below to complete the application form.
Please note: you need a Google or Gmail email address to submit this form with supporting materials.
What's on at Atypical Gallery
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