Can Art Keep You Out of Jail? Rikers Inmates and Alumni Exhibit Paintings
A new exhibition in Crown Heights showcases the work of young male inmates from Rikers Island Prison. Their teacher -- Miss J -- encourages her students to take risks and explore with paint.



Juxtaposed with the highly colored rock stars and fashionistas, the portraits are notable for the virtuosity and the way they make their subjects look utterly contemporary.






Glyn Vincent | Posted 09.05.2009 | New York