Jonathan Guillen
Incarcerated Artist
Jonathan Guillen #01961874
Robertson Unit
12071 fm 3522
Abilene, TX 79601
William Malicoat
Being an animal lover, I began with wildlife and peoples pets, traditional portrait and modern portrait styles, recently taking on people, black and white and color
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.
Christopher Flathers
I have recently just started teaching myself to how to draw and tattoo I am thinking I’m pretty good lol. It’s a good outlet that I am now delving into that can turn my energy, negative or positive into something that I can share
Rashaud Washington
First of I want to say God bless to all & the Designed Conviction company. I am a 27-year young but old man. I’ve recently been exploring my drawing talent. I have various of different skill when It comes to shading, lettering, portraits, landscape, architecture,...
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
Jay Dossey
Hello everyone, who is reading this. Our prisons need more avenues like Designed Conviction in order to let us thrive even while behind bars. I actually feel like I am part of something good when writing this down. Myself, like many, try to find ways to stay connected...
Lindsay Haugen
When certain lines are crossed, we tend to become defined - and even define ourselves - by the worst decisions of our lives. During the first years of my incarceration, I felt as though the crime I had committed was tattooed in red across my forehead; everyone knew...
Jonathan Adams
My mood and feelings at the time I working comes out in every piece I do. There are people from so many different walks of life in the world. Art is truly one of the ways that people can come together and connect with.
Ryan Hanson
As both author and artist, Ryan’s passion is to inspire & assist all those who seek to achieve their highest potential. If you are of a similar mindset & are genuinely about taking on & solving some of the greatest issues of our time .
Cheryl Sutton
I’m Razor AKA Cheryl Sutton, I am a multi-versatile spazmarticly creative supernaturally morbid over the top skin, Walls to paper I can do it all. I love every part of art, Art is not only in my mind but runs through my veins. It is my passion! Art has always...
Lawrence Perdue
Everybody has something special within them, if only we would stop and take the time to discover it. Then you have something to share with the world
Incarcerated Female seeking advice – Lyric Farmer (Oregon)
I found myself simply watching a ‘Gary V’ podcast about consumer behavior and marketing strategies that I suddenly knew what I needed to do which led to me developing the idea and logo brand FeloniousXoXo.
Things you may not know of the editor, Taylor Tom
Thank you Designed Conviction by Darrell Sharpe (Massachusetts)
“Thank You” (DC) for our own REHABILITATION you provide encouragement, Hope, Support and confidence, and share your knowledge, wisdom, for our nourishment and enlightenment.
Finding Purpose or Giving Back by Jessie Milo (California)
I came to realize that no matter what I was feeling inside I can bring joy or comfort to another and that made me feel better. I found my purpose, which was being of service.
Poem by Jason W. Gregory (Virginia)
So as you stand before the mast,
With Pride and Dignity,
One should always ask One’s Self,
When Angels Fly by Brandon Tran (Texas)
Lord, I come to you as you are my good shepherd and I’m your sheep they say when you lose you weep, but I’m yours to keep. You gave me strength when I’m weak and gave me courage with the heart to speak.
Work Ethic by Michael Bankert (New Mexico)
Being lazy is not an idle endeavor. Commitment is mandatory. Effort and firm intent toward achieving this desirous goal demand a willingness to forego distractions such as ambition and fortitude. It is imperative that strenuous labor—actual work or exercise be...
Inmate Lives Matter by Esmael Villasana (Texas)
The incarcerated are not the only ones in prison. Our families, our friends, and victims are also doing a prison sentences. We learn to forgive and ask for forgiveness.