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From Classroom Dreams to Digital Reality
Printworks has been transformed into a psychedelic dreamscape designed by 18-year-old Yorkshire artist, Neive Shields, whose work now lights up Europe’s largest digital ceiling.
Neive, a former Huddersfield New College student, won Printworks’ nationwide student art competition, which invited young creatives to reimagine the 1,000m² digital ceiling.
Her vibrant design – featuring swirling colours, surreal mushrooms, majestic lions and playful sloths – was unveiled this week as a fully animated, immersive experience with synchronised sound and motion.
Now preparing to study at Leeds Arts University, Neive is passionate about turning her creativity into a career. Alongside digital art, she also designs tattoos for friends and family.
She said: “I’ve loved art since I was a child, growing up in a very creative family. Winning has been an amazing experience and it’s given me a lot more confidence in my art.”
The judging panel was led by Manchester-based artist Laura Frances Heitzman, whose own artwork has previously been showcased on Printworks’ gigantic ceiling.
Neive’s winning artwork will be on display throughout September, giving visitors the chance to experience her psychedelic vision in the heart of Manchester.
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