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Incarcerated Artist Makes History at SFMOMA
20 Jul
Summary
- An incarcerated artist, O. Smith, has a solo exhibition at SFMOMA.
- Smith has created art for over 25 years while at San Quentin.
- His work explores democracy, human rights, and social justice.
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) is breaking new ground with a solo exhibition by Orlando "O. Smith" Smith. This significant event marks the first time SFMOMA has featured a currently incarcerated visual artist. Smith has been honing his craft for over 25 years, producing a diverse body of work from within San Quentin prison.
His art encompasses graphic novels, illustrations, and journalism, critically examining themes of democracy, human rights, and social justice. Smith's exhibition at SFMOMA provides a powerful platform for his voice and artistic vision, challenging conventional boundaries within the art world.
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