What does an inmate look like? Marysville Women's Art project aims to change perceptions скачать в хорошем качестве

What does an inmate look like? Marysville Women's Art project aims to change perceptions

The Marysville Women's Art Project began in 2022 to explore the unique stories of women serving extended sentences at the Ohio Reformatory for Women, the largest all-female prison in Ohio. Artist Kirsta Benedetti captured 15 women in portraits, each taking two weeks to complete. Benedetti, who focuses her artwork on advocating for marginalized communities, said that while getting to know these women, she felt inclined to allow imprisoned women to tell their stories as humans instead of as criminals. "I believe that it would benefit the community and victims if they were still able to see the humanity in someone who has done great harm," Benedetti said.