In this episode of Shaping Freedom, we sit down with multifaceted, Jamaican-born artist Ainsley Burroughs for a heartwarming conversation. He is going to tell us about his first solo exhibition, The Third Future: A Self-Portrait. Through this collection, Ainsley invites us into his inner world, where he explores the convergence of family, identity, and culture through a reflective and prospective lens. Together, we explore what it means to embrace your heritage for both its good and more challenging aspects while maintaining a forward-facing outlook. Our conversation will touch on the value of community, the importance of connection, and the role of vulnerability in the creative process. Whether you are an artist yourself or someone seeking inspiration, this episode is a testament to the power of creativity, resilience, and intentional living. This is Shaping Freedom. 

View Ainsley Burrough's The Third Future here (https://www.promotionandarts.org/events/the-third-future-a-self-portrait/)