Meikel Cooper quickly assimilated into the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s culture of recovery by bridging the gap through artwork and … [Read more...]
Art portrays enhanced version of lived experiences
Adam Thomas, an incarcerated artist, embraced his roots and his appreciation of many styles of art and through multimedia pieces. “Art is so … [Read more...]
Painting provides incarcerated father opportunity to connect with son
For incarcerated father and artist Danny Velasquez, the language of art has continued its singular universality as he found his way of life through … [Read more...]
Virgil Woods hopes artwork will lead to happy ending
San Quentin resident and artist Virgil Woods titled his artistic ways “From sticky fingers to God-gifted hands.” Prior to incarceration, the artist … [Read more...]
Art provides a healthy outlet for Michael Andrus
For Michael Andrus, art means freedom from reality because it allows him an outlet for change and a way to be in tune with his creativity. Andrus, … [Read more...]
Blas ‘Frank’ Chavez finds freedom through poetic expression
Poetry is not the exception to the rules of perfection. One can find their freedom by the way he/she/they/them chooses to live life behind … [Read more...]
Violin program provides space for authenticity and non-judgment
An incarcerated-led music program conducts weekly lessons teaching residents basic and technical violin skills. The entry-level class takes place … [Read more...]
Chalk artists cover Lower Yard with healthy creative expressions
San Quentin medical staff and resident artists, teamed up on the facility’s Lower Yard to promote “Art Health and Wellness” through creative … [Read more...]
Resident Gabino Madera highlights Chicano culture through art
Art is just another way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. For artists like SQRC resident Gabino Madera, creativity comes as a form of … [Read more...]
Martin Rodríguez García creates happiness out of bread and water
El arte y la cultura, es moldeada por medio de la arena, pan, agua, pegamento, cera de piso (Wax), y claro también con el papel del baño. Para este … [Read more...]
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