My life in art began after a life-threatening illness when I was five years old. Since that time art has become a manner through which I express thoughts, feelings and perceptions to share with others. I enjoy creating things that represent aspects of our humanity. Sometimes we forget our higher selves. Sometimes we forget the inner beauty we carry within, burying it under layers of conditioned reactions. So I offer the reminder with Illuminations and Wisdom In Blue. Both of Markโs paintings will be for sale along with 41 pieces painted by people inside SQ. ๐for our auction. Please stop by our office to see them in person!
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These stories arrive by mail.
Every month, a physical envelope arrives at your door, postmarked from San Quentin Village, California. Inside, you will find original artwork, writing, and recipes from real contributors, along with a personal letter from me, Diane Kahn, founder of Humans of San Quentin, about the people who made them. You read it. You keep it.
Every piece comes from someone serving a sentence. Every piece reminds you they are so much more than that.
๐ฌ Join the Mail ClubMeet the Artist
Mark
- Age:
- 56
- Incarcerated:
- 33 years
- Housed:
- San Quentin Rehabilitation Center
- Location:
- San Quentin, California
