The Unicorn, 2018

Yusef Pierce

8 x 10 in

Acrylic on Canvas

“The Unicorn” illustrates an authentic moment of artistry in a prison setting, where I, a Black tattoo artist, craft a design on a fellow inmate. The piece symbolizes the ingenuity required to master the craft with limited resources, reflecting a rare and celebrated talent within the confined environment. This painting is a tribute to the often-overlooked skill and dedication of incarcerated artists.