Inmates in Chesapeake, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach will have their artwork on full display in the Chrysler Museum of Art as part of the ‘Beyond the Block’ exhibit from Jan. 28 through March 3.
According to the museum, the exhibit’s name is multi-layered, as it references the physical spaces where inmates reside and the societal and personal barriers they strive to overcome.
” Beyond the Block highlights the profound ability of art to transcend boundaries,” said Erik Neil, the Macon and Joan Brock Director of the Chrysler Museum of Art. “This exhibition gives voice to artists whose creativity flourishes despite challenging circumstances, reminding us of the resilience of the human spirit and the unifying power of artistic expression.”…