---
title: Neurodivergent artist collective
description: >-
  Open call for neurodivergent artists in Chicago to join a collective for local
  exhibitions, group shows, and community events. Free to apply.
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type: program
status: closed
createdAt: '2026-05-28'
updatedAt: '2026-09-30'
programType: Open call
organization: Chicago Artists Coalition
organizationUrl: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/chicago-artists-coalition'
deadline: '2026-05-30'
location: 'Chicago, IL, United States'
isOnline: false
disciplines:
  - painting
  - drawing
  - photography
  - mixed media
  - visual art
---

# Neurodivergent artist collective

**Hosted by:** Chicago Artists Coalition

**Type:** Open call | **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States | **Deadline:** May 30, 2026

## About This Program

> "Neurodivergent artists; community building through local exhibitions, group art shows, and collaborative events"

Marie Magnetic is starting an artist collective for neurodivergent artists to get more involved with the community and find ways to show art locally. The collective aims to pursue opportunities including displaying work on local cafe and business walls, organizing in-person group art shows, hosting collaborative events, and developing friendships among members.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** Local
- **Disciplines:** painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, visual art
- **Note:** Open to neurodivergent artists seeking community, local exhibition opportunities, and collaborative events.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** May 28, 2026
- **Deadline:** May 30, 2026

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://www.chicagoartistscoalition.org/call-for-artist/neurodivergent-artist-collective