Naomi and I attended the PCAP prisoner art show on north campus today. The art was amazing, and so expressive and sad all at the same time - once the pieces are created, they are taken from the prison and cannot be returned. Most of the works had been purchased (but were still on display) by the time I got there, although I did find and buy one I really liked. The show runs until wednesday! Here are some pictures of the other pieces (taken with permission of the organizers):
The one with the garments was an offering called "clothing the children"; the artist had created a child-sized prison uniform.
The pieces depicting scenes from classic hollywood horror movies are really incredible. The artist used only pen on matchbook covers to create his works. There was a large display of his work - maybe twenty pieces in all - but none for sale.
2 comments:
graham, it's so strange that we haven't really hung out since you've been back. and yet our paths cross so often. what did you think of the film festival? it's always so nice to see you. i'll be at the closing tomorrow--let's try to find some time to catch up. word?
I know that this has been a significant, effective, ongoing project at U of M for many years, but I was wondering - how much is this a chance for prisoners who are already very artistic to show off their art, and how much is done with prisoners who may not have done this before but are encouraged to explore this method of expression and development? I'm just curious. The work is incredible. Any idea?
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