Neurodiverse Artist Nnena Kalu Wins Turner Prize
Update: 2025-12-09
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Nnena Kalu, a British-Nigerian artist with a learning disability, has made history by winning the 2025 Turner Prize. Her vibrant drawings and sculptures, made from everyday materials, have been praised for their artistic merit and unique style. Kalus win is seen as a pivotal moment for the global art world, breaking down barriers between neurotypical and neurodiverse artists. Her work, described as huge cocoons wrapped into massive, tight, twisting, ultra-colourful knots, has been celebrated by critics and disability charities alike.
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