"Tu-Pac - Only God Can Judge Me"

The artist is currently incarcerated in Texas. He specializes in black and white or colorful portraits.

All original artworks are created by artists previously or currently incarcerated. They use whichever materials they have access to, and prove creative ingenuity beyond the norm. These original paintings and drawings are born in the heart of a prison cell, from the hands of an outsider artist to adorn the walls of your space. Each art piece is a one-of-a-kind that not only enhances your interior but also makes you actively participate in reforming the prison and criminal justice system.

The incarcerated artist receives 50% of the sales proceeds. The artists set their own prices based on the costs of materials (it can vary greatly from one facility to another), the time spent on the piece, their experience, and simply - what they think it’s worth. Alongside with offering a financial outlet, we aim to empower their confidence and reinstitute their status as human beings - not a number behind bars. For most, art is an escape, a path to self-discovery and healing. Through art, they can reconnect with society so the gap is not so unbridgeable when they get out. Through the sales, they can stay connected with their families, afford daily commissary items, pay societal debts, relieve the economic burden on their loved ones, and save up for the release date. So they have the financial means to get ahead of reinsertion and get a fair chance at that second chance.

20" x 16" | Acrylic on Crescent board

"A blessed artist from the country town of Seguin, TX. Everything I do revolves around artwork. I've been a barber for 12 years while in prison; I am assigned to cut hair in the unit. I take it as a form of art work because I design different types of styles and designs that I cut with a straight razor and machine. I also tattoo in here with a homemade gun that I constructed myself. All my tattoos are done in black and gray, and are done with homemade ink that I mix myself. I draw and paint with anything I can get my hands on, I am versatile with my hands, thoughts, and writings. I take pride in my artistic ability and thank the Lord for blessing me with these gifts. I have plans on sharing my gifts to the world by opening my own tattoo and barber shop all in one. Shout out to A.F.R. for giving me the opportunity to show my artwork.".

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