

Enter the raw and unapologetic world of Joe Machine: a former criminal turned acclaimed artist who transformed his violent past into powerful art. Growing up surrounded by fear, stabbings, and crime, Joe found himself in young offenders' institutions and a bleak cycle of chaos. But his life changed when he discovered the power of art to confront his trauma, externalise his fears, and rewrite his narrative. In this latest episode of InnerVisions, Joe shares his story of survival, the catharsis of painting, and how creativity saved him from a life of destruction. From drawing brutal childhood memories to joining the Stuckist art movement and mentoring young offenders, Joe's honesty reveals the transformative power of art and the hope it offers to anyone looking to change their life. Watch now and discover how beauty can emerge from even the darkest beginnings.