Future Dreaming

An exhibition of 250+ artworks that dream a future, by First Nations artists who are incarcerated across Victorian prisons.

Re-entering society after incarceration is a challenging transition, with 50.2 per cent of incarcerated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders returning to prison within two years of their release. The Torch works with artists to counter this trend and strengthen the cultural, economic, and social connections that help break the cycle of reoffending.

Using brushes, paint and canvas, artists participating in Future Dreaming explore dreamt and possible identities or pathways ahead of their release. The more than 250 artworks produced are the documents of their visions.

Each painting measures 30 x 30cm and is affordably priced between $180-$330. The Torch takes no commission on sales, meaning that 100% of the proceeds of each sale go directly to the artist.

All artworks will be available to purchase online at thetorch.org/FD24