Bridging Worlds: Art from Behind Bars

Exhibit at Mutual Art Collective | 94 Pike Street #36, Seattle, WA 98101

The “Bridging Worlds: Art from Behind Bars” exhibit showcases the creativity of incarcerated individuals, sharing their stories to challenge stigmas and highlight the power of personal transformation through art.

Supporting Families

50% of proceeds will benefit “Left Behind and Without,” a non-profit providing vital resources to children of incarcerated parents, helping them overcome emotional and financial challenges.

Featured Artists

Taylor Tom Conley

Taylor Tom Conley

Born and raised in a small town in Washington State, Taylor’s checkered past does not define his future. His life is now shaped by his pursuit of redemption and his commitment to making a positive impact.

Derrick Steilman

Derrick Steilman

Hi, I’m Derrick, a Christian artist who is using my time in prison to create nature-inspired paintings that reflect hope and beauty. My faith and art help me stay connected to the light, and I aim to share that through my work. I’m seeking support to keep...

Todd Leatherland

Todd Leatherland

Although as an artist, I have limitations; what I do possess is desire and seduction. Also, I am a student with a thirst for knowledge; so I always design and create from techniques like Leonardo tought.

Rodger Demetrius Conant

Rodger Demetrius Conant

I spend most of my time drawing, my education, and working on my art. Also, I exercise, and I stay active and healthy.

Clayton McCormick

Clayton McCormick

I’ve known since I was little that I had set myself apart from others with my imagination and artistic skills.

Salvador Molina

Salvador Molina

Hello My name is Salvador Molina Rivera; I am a Puerto Rican 47 years old and enjoy drawing everything I got my heart and mind. I am serving 23 to life.  My way of expressing myself through artwork is the only way I feel connected with the future. I also love to...

Paul Thorsteinson

Paul Thorsteinson

I have a passion for all styles and mediums: writing, poetry, watercolor, sculpture, metalwork, painting, you name it, I express it.

Garrick Hastings

Garrick Hastings

Truly- If a picture is worth a thousand words- then I will let my art speak in my behalf.

J Eren Manuel

J Eren Manuel

I love all forms of art and it has been my passion since childhood. I also enjoy other joyous simplicities this life has to offer.

Brittany Wiest

Brittany Wiest

I loved all things art, whether it be words of poetry and song, or lines that work together to form our innermost feelings.

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