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