Political Artists

There are many political artists in and out of prison. People choose to use their talents to express their ideas and feelings about the political system they live in.

A couple of well-known political artists inside prison are Mumia Abu-Jamal and Hyung-Rae Tarselli. Mumia is a death row prisoner who was railroaded by a political system. Hyung-Rae is a Korean American adoptee who is a prisoner at the S.C.I. Breene Prison. He draws cartoons to highlight injustice in the system. Both of the artists' works have been published in books and magazine.

Recently, I was informed that a friend has created a website to share his art with people on societal values, race, class, and identity. When you have a chance, please check out www.santossheltonart.com.