Prodigal Arts

Prodigal Arts Prodigal Arts is a registered charity that helps people in prison and post-release 'unlock' their creative potential.

Based in Bristol, we seek to nurture and develop artists' creativity through meaningful art related activity.

🙌 International Women’s Day with Prodigal Arts 💜Prodigal Arts was honoured to run two creative workshops this March to c...
01/04/2026

🙌 International Women’s Day with Prodigal Arts 💜
Prodigal Arts was honoured to run two creative workshops this March to celebrate International Women’s Day — one with the amazing women at The Nelson Trust Women’s Centre and another at the Bristol City Council building as part of the Bristol Women’s Voices event.
During the sessions, participants were invited to design a postcard for a woman who inspires them. The workshops sparked powerful conversations and some incredibly moving and beautiful stories. It was inspiring to see creativity used as a way to celebrate strength, resilience and the women who shape our communities and history.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part and shared their stories. 💫
These workshops also helped raise awareness of the important work being done by Prodigal Arts and The Nelson Trust, supporting women and creating spaces where voices, creativity and community can thrive.

🚨 Final hours of our Big Give campaign! Today is the last chance to have your donation doubled. Help us reach our £3,750...
24/03/2026

🚨 Final hours of our Big Give campaign!

Today is the last chance to have your donation doubled.

Help us reach our £3,750 target and unlock £7,500 for the programme.

If you’ve been thinking about donating, now is the moment.

👉 Please share to help us reach our goal before midnight!



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⏳ Only 2 days left! There’s still time to support our Arts for Impact campaign and have your donation doubled by the Big...
23/03/2026

⏳ Only 2 days left!

There’s still time to support our Arts for Impact campaign and have your donation doubled by the Big Give.

Every donation — big or small — brings us closer to our goal. If you’ve been thinking about it – do it! We know you care. Thank you for your ongoing support

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Before joining Prodigal Arts, one participant at HMP Leyhill described life in prison as “drifting” — passing time, wait...
22/03/2026

Before joining Prodigal Arts, one participant at HMP Leyhill described life in prison as “drifting” — passing time, waiting for parole, and struggling to find purpose.

When he discovered our workshops, everything changed.

Through printmaking and illustration, he began exploring new techniques and new ways of seeing the world. “It feels like I’m thawing out creatively – it’s a freedom.”

Today he feels more confident, more hopeful, and motivated to build a different future.

“Prodigal Arts has made me feel human again – that I’m a worthwhile human.”

Your support during the Big Give campaign helps more people in prison rediscover creativity, connection, and a positive path forward.

🙌 Donate via the link in our bio.

💥A quick Big Give reminder!There are only a few days left to make your donation go twice as far. 🔊We’re raising £3,750,...
21/03/2026

💥A quick Big Give reminder!

There are only a few days left to make your donation go twice as far.

🔊We’re raising £3,750, which will be matched to reach £7,500 for the programme.

If you’ve already donated — thank you!
One of the best ways to help now is by sharing this post.

We know you care, thank you for your life changing support.

👉 Donate and share: https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS00000B9iGQYAZ
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‘M’ attends our weekly Prodigal Arts sessions at The Nelson Trust in Bristol, where creativity has helped her grow in co...
20/03/2026

‘M’ attends our weekly Prodigal Arts sessions at The Nelson Trust in Bristol, where creativity has helped her grow in confidence and find new ways to tell her story.

She says: "I didn't think initially I would be able to get to the stage that I'm at now creatively. I've been given the right tools to express my own stories.”

As part of the wider network of trauma-informed women’s services at The Nelson Trust, our sessions offer a welcoming and supportive creative space — somewhere to make, reflect, and rebuild confidence and self-belief.

‘M’ continues: “I’ve done Lino-printing, collaging, painting. Bringing everything together with help from the teacher"

🙌During our Big Give campaign, your donation will be matched, doubling your impact.

Give today to help more women like ‘M’ access creativity, confidence, and support.

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Personal story: JB Before joining Prodigal Arts, JB says life felt “dull and lifeless.” Years in prison and PTSD had lef...
19/03/2026

Personal story: JB
Before joining Prodigal Arts, JB says life felt “dull and lifeless.” Years in prison and PTSD had left him angry and isolated.
Art was the one thing that kept him going in his cell. When he heard about our workshops, he took a chance.
“At first I didn’t like people. But the class gelled. We cared about each other and learned from each other.”
Today JB proudly calls himself a portrait artist. His work is selling and being displayed in renowned places.
“A full turnaround from hate to caring. I’ve found a medicine that works.”
Through Prodigal Arts, he says he’s regained something he thought was lost: dignity.
This Big Give, your support can help more people rebuild their lives through creativity, connection and hope. 🎨

👀 What could your doubled donation achieve?👀During the Big Give week, every donation is matched £1 for £1.That means:£25...
18/03/2026

👀 What could your doubled donation achieve?👀
During the Big Give week, every donation is matched £1 for £1.
That means:
£25 becomes £50
£50 becomes £100
£100 becomes £200
Your support helps us continue delivering our programme and reaching more people who need it.
💥Campaign budget highlights:
£2,400 – An additional monthly mentoring day for Creatives on the Outside
£2,050 – Ongoing art workshops in partnership with The Nelson Trust
£2,050 – Ongoing art workshops in partnership with SixtyOne
£1,000 – Art materials and central project support
Donations doubled until 24 March.

“I love coming here, getting to make stuff. It’s the only day of the week where I forget that I’m in a prison for a minu...
17/03/2026

“I love coming here, getting to make stuff. It’s the only day of the week where I forget that I’m in a prison for a minute.”
'D' attends Prodigal Arts sessions at HMP Bristol, where creativity offers a moment of freedom, confidence, and hope.

He says: “Creativity is a lifesaver. If I can keep making art when I’m released then it will probably keep me out of trouble because it gives me something to do.”

Because of donations, people like 'D' can access creative sessions that support their wellbeing and help them build a positive future.

✨ Right now your donation can go twice as far.
During our Big Give campaign, every gift is matched, doubling the impact of your support.
⏳ Matched funding is limited — please donate today.
Help more people like D find confidence, purpose, and hope through creativity.


Images featured were made by participants in our HMP Bristol class

🚨 Our Big Give campaign is LIVE! 🚨From 17–24 March, every donation will be doubled thanks to Big Give match funding.We’r...
17/03/2026

🚨 Our Big Give campaign is LIVE! 🚨
From 17–24 March, every donation will be doubled thanks to Big Give match funding.
We’re aiming to raise £3,750 this week, which will be matched to reach £7,500 for the programme.
That means your donation today will have double the impact.
🙌 link in bio or donate here: https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS00000B9iGQYAZ

🙌 Please share this post and help us reach our target!

🔊5 days to go!Big Give week is almost here!From 17–24 March, every donation to our Big Give campaign will be doubled.We’...
11/03/2026

🔊5 days to go!
Big Give week is almost here!
From 17–24 March, every donation to our Big Give campaign will be doubled.
We’ve also had some exciting news — our match funding has increased from £2,500 to £3,750! 🎉
That means if we raise £3,750 during the campaign week, it will be matched to reach £7,500 for the programme.
Your support will have twice the impact, helping us continue this important work.
📅 Save the date and get ready to give from 17th March!

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