Join author and prison educator Andy West (Author of The Life Inside, which was recently adapted for a BBC Series, Waiting for the Out) and philosopher Dr Grace Lockrobin (Co-Director of Thoughtful), to explore themes within artwork created by care experienced young men as part of Creative Aid, a five year creative programme at HMP/YOI Deerbolt Prison delivered in partnership by North East England charities, Blue Cabin and Nepacs.

Andy and Grace have facilitated workshops with the young men, and, during this webinar, you will explore a digital exhibition showcasing some of the artworks.

If you attended our event last year, this will be a chance to explore new work, by a new cohort of young men in Deerbolt. Find out about the philosophical provocations and activities used during this second series of visits to Deerbolt, delve into themes emerging from the artwork, and reflect on what it means to create art as a care-experienced person in prison.

We’ll also examine some of the young men’s perspectives about their work, and gather your responses, which will be shared with the young men.

Whether you’re interested in art and philosophy, have a stake in care, prisons, or education, or are just curious, everyone is welcome to join this session.

Above artwork made by a care experienced person in Deerbolt Prison.

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