Through the Blue: A Koestler Arts exhibition
Date & Time
Sun, 1 Feb 2026
10:00
Venue
Old Fire Station Gallery
40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ
Tickets
Get ticketsWhy you should come
AI-powered• View 70 artworks selected by Oxford and Reading probationers to reflect lived experiences
• Support incarcerated artists by purchasing work or sending direct feedback on their pieces
• Explore how the color blue symbolizes the journey from prison confinement to future hope
About this event
Through the Blue is a collaborative exhibition presented by Koestler Arts and the Old Fire Station, showcasing a diverse collection of artwork, music, and writing created within criminal justice settings across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Surrey. Every piece in the exhibition was produced by individuals in prisons, secure hospitals, young offender institutions, or those on probation, all of whom entered the 2025 Koestler Awards. The exhibition provides a unique window into the c...
Event Highlights
- •Features 70 selected works from over 600 entries to the 2025 Koestler Awards
- •Co-curated by individuals on probation to reflect authentic lived experiences
- •Includes a variety of media such as visual art, music, and creative writing
- •Direct engagement through artist feedback forms and artwork sales
Speaker
Fiona Curran
CEO of Koestler Arts
Fiona Curran leads Koestler Arts, a charity dedicated to helping individuals in the UK criminal justice system access the benefits of the arts to unlock hope and potential.
What to bring / Requirements
- •Suitable for beginners
- •Free admission
Organized by: Koestler Arts and the Old Fire Station
Contact: 01865263990