prison art show

The 2021 Prison Art Show returns Friday, October 22- ONLINE ONLY

Due to the delta variant of COVID-19, we will once again be forgoing the traditional opening gala and in-person gallery. Just as with last year, we will be presenting an expanded online gallery for friends of the arts to enjoy this year's submissions. This year's gallery will go live at 6pm PST on Friday, October 22, 2021. Until then, please enjoy our gallery archives: simply click the button below or use the drop-down menus above to navigate to the virtual gallery page.

Every autumn, Pier 5 Law Offices and the Liberation Prison Project are proud to present hundreds of pieces of artwork created by incarcerated men and women throughout the United States.

Please take note that the gallery is photographed and coordinated by volunteers and consists only of work received before the submission deadline- please be understanding of any typos or omissions that may occur.

By continuing through to the galleries, you acknowledge that you may be viewing content that is violent, sexually explicit, or offensive. All work is the property of the respective artist and does not reflect the views or opinions of individuals associated with Pier 5 Law Offices or the Liberation Prison Project.

In Loving Memory of Diana A. Samuelson

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Diana Samuelson, one of the co-founders of Pier 5 Law's annual Prison Art Show. In addition to being a fierce advocate for justice, Diana was a beloved teacher, friend, mother, artist, wife, bicyclist, mentor, and craftsperson. Her passion for the Prison Art Show, and dedication to providing an outlet for creative expression to those experiencing incarceration, is just one of many enduring legacies her community will inherit from her. We will miss her dearly, and remain grateful for the gift of having known her.