Are you our new Program Manager? The Torch is seeking a full-time Program Manager to manage the delivery of The Torch’s Statewide Indigenous Arts in Prison and Community program.
Becoming an artist has given me a better perspective and outlook on life and taught me to have patience.Thomas Marks (Wotjobaluk/Gunaikurnai)
Buying an artwork from The Torch online gallery is a great way to support a participant.100% of the artwork price goes to the artist
To be an Aboriginal female artist and to put down a beautiful picture and express my Country to other people is amazing.Melissa Bell (Gunditjmara/Yorta Yorta)
We are thrilled to announce that The Torch has found a new home on Wurundjeri Country in the heart of Carlton.We can't wait to welcome you in the coming months
The Torch has shown me a way of making money without crime and changed the way I earn a living. I can show I’m a better man.Aaron Duggan (Gunaikurnai/Wurundjeri)

Creating new pathways through art and cultural learning.

We provide art, cultural and arts industry support to First Nations people currently in, or recently released, from Victorian prisons. Our aim is to reduce the rate of reoffending by encouraging the exploration of identity and culture through art.

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Future Dreaming – visions of the future

More than 240 unique artworks created by First Nations artists incarcerated in Victorian prisons across 2023

This exhibition is LIVE NOW!

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Featured Artworks for Sale

100% of the artwork price goes directly to the artist

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Get Involved

There are many ways you can get involved in The Torch’s work and do your part for the Indigenous men and women in our in-prison and post-release programs.

Buy Artwork Donate to The Torch Buy Products & Gift Vouchers Visit an Exhibition License or Commission an Artwork Engage with the Mural Team

Latest News

—The Torch Introduces Dual Executive Leadership Team. —Artist Insights: Stacey. —Artist Insights: Shane Lovett. —Artist Insights: Daniel Church. —Meet the Confined 14 Award Winners. —The Torch is Moving to a New Home in Carlton.