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
Skateboard Dreams by Todd Leatherland
In this dynamic and colorful piece by Todd Leatherland, the chaotic world of skateboarding is captured in a swirling, vibrant composition. Skateboarders are depicted in various mid-air tricks, their movements seemingly suspended in time within a whirlwind of color....
Taylor Tom Conley
Taylor Tom is a man of complexities, contradictions, and evolution. To some, he’s defined by his darkest moment: convicted of aggravated murder following his arrest in 2006. Yet to others, he is a devoted family man, married with two children, and an artist with a...
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
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
Hello, My name is Rodger. I’m a sociable and outgoing but shy person. Most people say that I’m funny and have a kind heart. My friends tell me I’m a very selfless humble person who would help anyone. I like to learn new things, go on adventures, take risks, and do...
Clayton McCormick
I’ve known since I was little that I had set myself apart from others with my imagination and artistic skills. I like finding things that challenge me and then mastering them, usually in the aspect of art. I
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
My name is Paul Thorsteinson. I started as a street artist, but over the years I have come to specialize in wooden architecture and acrylic painting. While they are two of my favorite loves, I have a passion for all styles and mediums: writing, poetry, watercolor,...
Garrick Hastings
Truly- If a picture is worth a thousand words- then I will let my art speak in my behalf.
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.