I love the idea that someone has seen my painting and loved what I’ve done, and paid their money, and have it on display in their home. It gives me so much pride.Flick Chafer-Smith (Ngarrindjeri), Confined 11 artist
In the past I was a crook, you know, a jail bird, but now I am an artist. My daughter is so proud of that. I never used to think of myself that way.Chris Austin (Gunditjmara), Confined 11 artist
My totem is the emu. I love colours and mix them with creative ideas about Tasmanian emu’s. Thelma Beeton (Palawa), Confined 11 artist
The Torch program is one of the best things that ever happened in prison since sliced bread. That’s to my certain knowledge.Uncle Jack Charles (Boonwurrung/Dja Dja Wurrung), Confined 11 presenter
The Confined 11 virtual exhibition creates a strong visual metaphor for the over-representation of Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system.Confined 11 virtual exhibition, 14 May - 6 June 2020

Creating new pathways through art and cultural learning.

We provide art, cultural and arts industry support to Indigenous offenders and ex-offenders in Victoria. Our aim is to reduce the rate of reoffending by encouraging the exploration of identity and culture through art programs to define new pathways upon release.

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CONFINED 11

Virtual exhibition

presenting 300 artworks by 286 artists

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100% of the sale price goes directly to the artist.

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—Save the date for the Confined 11 virtual launch. —Finding New Ways to Connect in a Changing World. —The Torch showcased on Initiative podcast exploring Indigenous recidivism. —Update from The Torch: COVID-19 Response. —Contacting The Torch during COVID-19. —The Torch CEO joins Take It Blak podcast co-host Jack Latimore (NITV).