Televised Revolution: Working Towards Criminal Justice Through Art,

About the event

Televised Revolution: Working Towards Criminal Justice Reform Through Art

Presented by BlkArthouse and Prophet Propaganda

America is heralded as both the capital of consumerism and commercialization, with the highest GDP in the world, and the capital of mass incarceration, with the highest prison population in the world. Criminal justice reform is long overdue, and though underpaid prison labor plays a role in American production, those convicted of a crime are still treated as unvalued members of society. A simple campaign that focuses on viewing convicts as fellow citizens and humans and paying them fair wages for their production is necessary in order to achieve criminal justice reform. 

"Televised Revolution" aims 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 will draw the relationship between American consumerism and criminal justice reform by showcasing prison artwork and other creative commodities for the profit of the artist. Rather than focus on the grim realities of prison life and the criminal justice system, we hope the exhibition will help viewers connect with the humanity and depth of those incarcerated and provide a vision of reformation about the criminal justice system. 

Why should you sponsor?

Unlike traditional galleries, BlkArthouse ensures that our artists retain a majority of their profits. That means your contribution will have a higher impact on the individual artists featured in the show.

Where your contribution goes:

• Shipping Artwork
• Printing/Framing
• Installation/De-installation
• Compensating Speakers
• Venue Rental
• Event Costs/Expenses

Tatiana Rice

BlkArthouse has a mission to increase the accessibility and representation of Black art and artists in the global arts market.

 

You can help us fulfill that mission by being a corporate sponsor of our events.

 

Only 1.2% of major art collections are by Black artists. We're aiming to change that.

 

BlkArthouse is home to over 250 Black artists worldwide. We promote and sell their artwork online through our BLKMKT and in-person art shows and exhibitions. We also connect our artists to exclusive corporate commission opportunities.

 

In 2021, we assisted in the sale of over 40 pieces of artwork, generating over $15,000 in art sales.

 

 

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