Giving a visual voice to
incarcerated artists
through engaging, community-centered exhibitions of their art.
Shifting Perspectives
March 2 - April 27 / Cargill Gallery / Minneapolis Central Library
Join Art from the Inside for Shifting Perspectives, an exciting showcase of art and events through the month of April at the Minneapolis Central Library.
Hosted in Minneapolis Central Library’s Cargill Gallery, this exhibit is a unique opportunity to view thought-provoking pieces from talented artists currently serving time in Minnesota as well as incredible works from our returning neighbors.
This work is funded in part by MHC with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
2025 Creative Pathways Fellowship
Call for Participants
Creative Pathways is a holistic support program designed to empower formerly incarcerated artists by fostering personal growth, wellness, and professional development. The program includes bi-weekly sessions focused on creative skill-building and wellness practices and offers a fellowship track for artists to give back to the community.
For more information including link to application visit artfromtheinsidemn.org/creative-pathways
Contact: artfromtheinsidemn@gmail.com
Starts March 2025 - Applications due by 2/28
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About
Art from the Inside gives incarcerated artists the opportunity to express themselves through art—giving them a visual voice. We will be exhibiting their art with the hope to inspire dialogue about the complexities of our criminal justice system.
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In the News
Position Title: Visual Teaching Artists – Supportive Arts Programming in Minnesota Correctional Facilities! … We are seeking passionate and skilled Visual Teaching Artists to join our team in facilitating supportive arts programming in three correctional facilities. This position involves working within the correctional facilities to facilitate visual arts workshops and programs aimed at rehabilitation, skill-building, and personal growth and wellness among incarcerated individuals. Interviews begin mid-May Learn more!!
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Artists
Featuring original work by artists on the inside and outside. Read about their stories, inspiration, and view their work.
“Art plays a ‘bigger than life’ role in my life. It continues to inspire me, as well as gives me a space to feel free and express who I am. In a place so dark, it gives me light.”
Noella May, AFTI artist