CA Collective

at the RHA

The Spring 2026 Exhibition

Exhibition on view 20th March - 19th April 2025. Free to attend.

The 2026 exhibition showcases the work of the talented artists in the CA Collective.

The Collective is a vibrant community of artists who identify as having an intellectual disability or are from the neurodiverse community. As members, these artists partner with Connections Arts Centre, for education and professional opportunities to exhibit and sell their work, fostering creativity, confidence, and connection.

Exhibition is open: Tuesday-Saturday 11am - 5pm (open until 7pm Wednesdays) and Sunday 12pm - 5pm.

RHA Gallery : Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts
Gallagher Gallery
15 Ely Place, Dublin 2
D02 A213, Ireland

This year’s exhibition at the RHA Gallery showcases artistic voices that support, inspire, and celebrate creativity without barriers.

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The CA Collective was delighted to showcase at the RHA for the third year in a row. The opening night was a great success and showcased artwork by 28 artists.

At the event Artists spoke about their experience and the impact the Connecting Artists Community has had on them. And guests had the opportunity to meet artists and learn about their practice.

If you were unable to attend the opening, the exhibition and artist talks are on through 19th April. Scroll down to find out more.

If you missed the opening, or would like to revisit it, you can now view a gallery of opening night photos by clicking on the left and right arrows below.

People entering a contemporary art gallery featuring "Connections Art Centre CA Collective" signage on a white wall and frosted glass doors.
Poster announcing "CA Collective at the RHA" exhibition from March 20 to April 19, detailing the CA Collective's mission and the exhibition's focus on artistic practice and community engagement, with logos from the Royal Hibernian Academy, Arts Counc
Two people examine a wall of diverse paintings in an art gallery. Paintings visible include the Titanic ship, a still life of apples, a colorful tree, a portrait, a landscape with a sunset over water, a colorful abstract piece, a mountain landscape,
A man with glasses and a blue polo shirt stands in front of a wall displaying framed artwork, including a drawing of a train and a painting of a group of people.
A person stands in an art gallery in front of several framed abstract paintings and a painting of a cityscape.
A person stands in an art gallery, looking at a collection of paintings and artwork on a white wall.
A man in a navy blue blazer and a flat cap stands in an art gallery, holding a glass of red wine, with colorful paintings on display behind him.
A person in a red coat stands in front of a wall displaying framed abstract artworks with colorful geometric and wavy patterns.
A young man wearing a blue puffer vest over a hoodie smiles at the camera in front of several framed artworks in a gallery setting.
A man wearing a dark jacket over a colorful floral shirt stands in an art gallery, smiling at the camera. Behind him, a framed watercolor painting of buildings is displayed on a white wall. Through a large window, the exterior of a street with townho
A man wearing a dark green jacket stands in an art gallery looking to his right. Behind him on a white wall are several framed artworks: a colorful abstract piece, a dark blue abstract painting, a watercolor landscape of a house, and a small dark pai
Art exhibition with paintings of a large ship and a seaplane, with a person viewing the artwork.
Wall display of various framed artworks including a red airplane in a blue sky, shoe soles, abstract figures, a landscape with trees, and a skeleton with flowers.
Two people stand in an art gallery, looking at paintings on the wall, with a large window to their left showing an urban street scene.
A man in a black puffer jacket and white polo shirt stands in front of a gallery wall featuring several framed artworks, gesturing towards a framed painting of a colorful sunset reflected in water.
A man in a floral shirt stands in an art gallery, pointing to a framed abstract painting. Several other artworks are displayed on the white walls around him.
A man in a black puffer jacket and white polo shirt stands in front of a gallery wall featuring several framed artworks, gesturing towards a framed painting of a colorful sunset reflected in water.
A person stands in front of a gallery wall displaying several colorful, diverse artworks, including a painting of a rooster, a stylized airplane, and a composition of abstract shapes.
Four people stand in a brightly lit gallery space. In the foreground, a woman in a black t-shirt with a white logo and a man in a colorful, tropical-print shirt stand next to each other. To their right, another man in a similar tropical-print shirt a
Three people, a man in a dark jacket, a woman in a tan jacket, and a man in a blue suit, pose together at the RHA opening
Wall of framed artwork in an exhibition, including a rooster, a plane in the sky, and shoe prints.
Framed artworks displayed on a white wall, featuring a vibrant abstract tree with autumnal foliage and a colorful, stylized portrait of a person with red hair.
A man in a navy blue blazer and a flat cap stands in an art gallery, holding a glass of red wine, with colorful paintings on display behind him.
Four people stand in a brightly lit gallery space. In the foreground, a woman in a black t-shirt with a white logo and a man in a colorful, tropical-print shirt stand next to each other. To their right, another man in a similar tropical-print shirt a
Two individuals stand in an art gallery with paintings displayed on the white walls and a street scene visible through a large window.
Filming setup with a photographer adjusting a camera on a tripod, a person sitting on a chair in the foreground, and another person sitting on a chair in the background.
A framed, abstract acrylic painting on a light blue background. The painting features a stylized, pale orange figure with a large blue eye and blue spots, set against a dark purple, abstract shape. The painting is displayed in a white frame in a gall
A gallery wall displays a collection of framed artworks including a painting of the Titanic, a sketch of fruit in a bowl, a vibrantly colored abstract tree, a stylized portrait, a landscape painting of a sunset over water, a painting of a bird on a b
Two framed paintings displayed on a white wall: one on the left shows a human ribcage and spine intertwined with a bouquet of red fabric and purple flowers, against a textured grey background; the other painting on the right depicts a cityscape with
Attendees observe colorful and varied artwork displayed on white walls in a gallery exhibition.
A group of people stand in a well-lit art gallery, looking at various framed paintings on a white wall. The paintings include a colorful abstract tree, a landscape with a sunset over water, and a piece with geometric shapes. The viewers are casually
Two individuals observe framed artwork on a white wall, including a painting of a black chicken wearing a mask, a drawing of a red airplane against a blue sky, a sketch of a man holding a drink, and an abstract piece with vibrant geometric shapes.
An art exhibition showcasing various paintings displayed on a white wall, with a large glass door entrance to the right leading to an interior space.
A diverse group of people mingle at an art gallery opening, with artwork visible on the walls and large windows looking out onto a street scene.
Two individuals converse in an art gallery, with one wearing a dark flat cap and suit jacket, holding a wine glass, and the other in a floral shirt and jacket. Various artworks hang on the white walls behind them, and a window offers a view of a stre

Free Artists Talks and Demonstrations

Join us for free and accessible artists talks and demonstrations hosted by the RHA galleries, as part of the CA Collective at the RHA Exhibition.

This is an opportunity to meet artists from the collective and learn more about their practice and experience in the CA Collective.

After the talk/demonstration there will be an optional tour of the RHA galleries.

These talks are free to attend, but booking is required.

Please view talks below and click the button to book in.

If you need support of have any questions please email CA@connectionsartscentre.ie

  • Man in plaid shirt and glasses smiling, holding a framed abstract painting in an art gallery, reflecting in the glass window behind him with a street scene visible.

    Jason Grace

    Sign up for the artist talk and demonstration with Jason

    26th March, 2026

    11:30-12:30 (optional gallery tour 12:30-1:00)

    “Through my work, I want to make sure that people with disability have a voice and that this voice is being heard.

    My art is also a way to express my personal feelings.”

    Click Here to Book In
  • Artist Thomas Higgins in a plaid jacket next his painting of a train

    Thomas Higgins

    Sign up for the artist talk and demonstration with Thomas

    11th April, 2026

    12:00-1:00 (optional gallery tour 1:00-1:30)

    “I aim to advocate for people with disabilities. I want to gain recognition as a local artist and challenge myself outside my comfort zone. I love being part of an artist community that shares my passion for art.”

    Click Here to Book in
  • A woman wearing glasses and a green floral dress, smiling and standing beside a red-framed drawing of a red airplane in a blue sky with white clouds. The artwork, signed "Rachel," is on a wooden easel.

    Rachel Connell

    Sign up for the artist talk and demonstration with Rachel

    16th April, 2026

    11:30-12:30 (optional gallery tour 12:30-1:00)

    She is a self taught artist inspired by life, nature, and by the inner workings of her own mind. Viewers will see their own emotions reflected back in her work.

    Click Here to Book In

The Connecting Artists Collective is a national community of artists from across Ireland, who are neurodivergent or have an intellectual disabilities They Partner with Connections Arts Centre for collaboration, skill-sharing, creative growth, and to develop their practice and showcase their work. Through exhibitions, mentorship, and networking opportunities, the Collective fosters inclusivity in the arts and empowers members to reach new audiences.

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