This summer, I slowed down going out to exhibitions to relax but I do want to share my experience attending the “Televised Revolution: Working Towards Criminal Justice Reform Through Art” exhibition by BlkArtHouse and Prophet Propaganda. in June The exhibition’s mission was to feature artwork by artists who are currently incarcerated, formerly incarcerated, or have otherwise been affected by the U.S. criminal justice system, with a particular focus on artists of color. The exhibition drew the relationship between American consumerism and criminal justice reform by showcasing prison artwork and other creative commodities for the profit of the artist.
My favorite artwork from the exhibition was “What is the value of a dollar” by Qyjon Taylor. The piece showcases the societal devastation of the War on Drugs in the 1990s. The details in the chair drew me in and the materials used to tell the story of the War on Drugs.
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