The eruption of artist clusters and DIY culture is often counterbalanced with economic stability and redevelopment strategy; forming a complex set of relationships between the people who live in a place, artists, arts organisations and the cultural policy that determines how we produce and consume. Do we need to grow up?examines these connections and how particular ecologies evolve beyond a singular movement.

This project formed part of The NewBridge Project’s 5^th birthday – it critically considered and celebrated the nature of artist-led communities and workspace. Artist included in the show were Minna L Henriksson, Timothy Ivison & Julia Tcharfas, James Lomax, Agnieszka Polska and Joseph Shaw.