In the late 1980’s, an “old lifer” at the California Men’s Colony took Douglas Ingham under his wing and taught him woodworking to keep him busy and … [Read more...]
Arthur Yeary brings people and animals to life
San Quentin State Prison has a diverse population of artists who work in a variety of styles and mediums. Each edition of SQ News seeks to highlight … [Read more...]
Robert Guzman’s hands express his father’s legacy
Robert Guzman is a 54-year-old Native American who found a new life as an artist and amateur counselor in prison. His bloodline includes Ute, … [Read more...]
Jerry Welsh finds therapeutic benefit in his intricate beadwork
Gerald Welsh, 51, who has been incarcerated for 16 years, said he creates bead crafts for therapeutic reasons. “I find peace of mind and it is also … [Read more...]
Remembering Ronnie Goodman: Painter, champion runner, friend
Living on the streets of San Francisco, Ronnie Goodman was never “homeless,” for his heart was ever at home in his art. “I am inspired by the beauty … [Read more...]
The Arts: Perfect Plate by Ben Chandler
Ben Chandler, 57 has spent five of the six years he has been incarcerated at San Quentin State Prison. His favorite painters are Picasso and … [Read more...]
ARTS: Manuel Flores creates and donates to children with cancer
As a means of dealing with the stress of incarceration and the COVID-19 pandemic, a San Quentin prisoner creates and donates art to children with … [Read more...]
Dana Cheatum: From Life Sentence to Life Coach
A former lifer now offers hope and direction to hundreds of abused women in California with a sole purpose – help incarcerated women gain a renewed … [Read more...]
Banksy mural turns old British jail into historic treasure
A mural on a former British jail has triggered efforts to preserve the building from developers. The Reading Gaol jail was up for sale, but a bid … [Read more...]
Nina Simone: legendary singer, songwriter and civil rights activist
Born Nina Simone Catherine Waymon, Nina was a singer, songwriter and a civil rights activist. She recorded more than 40 albums between 1947 and … [Read more...]
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