Future Dreaming Exhibition
Future Dreaming showcases 250 artworks representing First Nations cultural groups from all across Australia.
Supplied: The Torch
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Future Dreaming is an exhibition of 250 artworks created by First Nations artists incarcerated in Victorian prisons in 2024. Each artist has created an artwork that explores their concept of “Future Dreaming.”
Re-entering society after incarceration is a challenging transition, with 50.2% of incarcerated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders returning to prison within two years of their release. The latest Closing the Gap report shows that adult incarceration of incarcerated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders is increasing.
The Torch works with artists to 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 potential pathways ahead of their release. The resulting artworks express their visions and aspirations.
The Torch takes no commission on sales, meaning that 100% of the proceeds of each sale go directly to the artist.
Future Dreaming will be on display in the community from Friday 25th October – Saturday 23rd November at The Torch Gallery in Carlton, Wurundjeri Country (Victoria) and viewable online.
Date Published
January 30, 2025
By Boom Gate Gallery
Most of the art featured at Boom Gate Gallery is made at Long Bay Gaol, with some coming from other prisons in NSW.
ISSUE NO. 26
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2 MIN READ
By Denham Sadler
You’ve probably heard of AFL legends Adam Goodes and Michael O’Loughlin. But what you might not know, is that they also started their own charity called the GO Foundation.
ISSUE NO. 26
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3 MIN READ
By NAAJA
NAAJA has a 50-year history of serving Aboriginal Territorians as they navigate the justice system.
ISSUE NO. 25
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3 MIN READ
By Denham Sadler
Tracy was one of many women released from prison straight into homelessness. Thanks to the Homeward Sisters program, Tracy was able to secure priority housing that meets her needs.
ISSUE NO. 24
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3 MIN READ