Prison art created by notorious double murderer Scott Watson will be exhibited at a Christchurch gallery this month - around the same time as he appears before the Parole Board for his next bid for freedom. While in prison, Watson has taken up painting and carving to occupy his time. On May 24 an exhibition will open at the Rei Gallery in Lyttleon featuring work Watson has completed. “As part of the WCCT kaupapa, a community collective has emerged, Te Whare o Rei (Rei Gallery). Art experts compared Watson’s art to work by Picasso and Colin McCahon, though not always favourably.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 16, 2024 04:06 UTC