Outsider Art
2010s Outsider Art
C Print
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Andrea Doss presents a whimsical fantasy piece of woodland animals playing musical instruments. The pale crescent moon gives a silvery glow as the raccoon, frog, and squirrel serenade at night. "Band practice was on every Tuesday and was usually a chaotic affair," says Andrea. "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic, Cardboard, Pencil, Color Pencil
1960s Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
1990s Outsider Art
Mirror, Plaster, Casein, Wood Panel
Artist Comments
Jessica JH Roller paints a self-portrait of a mastered yoga pose. It captures the geometric beauty of the posture called Ustrasana, or Camel. The subtle curve...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Papier Mâché
1950s Outsider Art
Paper, Watercolor, Gouache
Artist Comments
A colorful scene of a busy street in San Jose, Costa Rica on a hot January morning. "One of the fascinating things about San Jose is the contrasts between the old and the new," says artist Leroy Burt...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Mid-20th Century Outsider Art
Mixed Media
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Wood, Polyurethane
Artist Comments
Artist Jaime Ellsworth captures a clever brown dog skillfully balancing a red ball and a black bird on its head. With curious gazes, the critters turn to their right as if something has piqued their interest. The two-tone backdrop of ochre and moss green sets the stage for this endearing scene.
About the Artist
Jaime Ellsworth paints animals. Her career as a cowhand never got off the ground, so she stumbled into art never knowing it would complement her passion for animals so completely. Most subjects are her own, but lately she has expanded out of her corral to include bears and beasts not commonly seen on San Juan Island, in the Pacific Northwest, where she's lived for the last 30 years. She suspects it will be years before she runs out of inspiration or has jeans that aren’t covered with paw prints or paint.
Words that describe this painting: dog, bird, ball, whimsical, happy, playful, animals, acrylicpaint, portrait, profile, primitive, animals, primitive, acrylic painting, brown
Dog Ball...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
1930s Outsider Art
Mixed Media, Watercolor, Gouache, Board
2010s Outsider Art
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Gouache, Board
Late 20th Century Outsider Art
Wood, Paint
Artist Comments
Artist Lee Smith paints a playful pack of dogs leaping headlong, intent on the fun. Bold linework with teal highlights outlines their rich golden hues. The wh...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Mixed Media
Artist Comments
A man collaged out of sheet music sings loudly in a visual stream of maps. His animal companion howls a silent tune. Artist Libby R...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Mixed Media
2010s Outsider Art
Canvas, Oil Crayon
2010s Outsider Art
C Print
Artist Comments
A daydreaming twelve-year-old holds her velvety black cat, surrounded by a jungle of houseplants. The painting is inspired by the artist Jessica JH Roller's daughter, Wren, and her ever-loyal cat, Pepper. Created using layers of high-quality acrylic paint, this piece captures a moment of serene contemplation amidst a lush, green backdrop.
About the Artist
Artist Jessica JH Roller paints whimsical and playful compositions of animals and people, marked by bold colors and primitivist linework. She distills a scene into a few simple shapes, using color to create contrast and vibrancy, often choosing palettes that reflect pop culture. "My adopted kittens, Tony and Larry, opened my eyes and unleashed the artist inside me," shares Jessica. "After, I started to notice birds, trees, color, everything." Jessica brings to life her dynamic creations in the comfort of her studio in her century-old home. She enjoys listening to music and audiobooks while painting with her 18-year-old acrylic-covered easel. When not painting, Jessica cherishes time with her family and five cats, teaches yoga, and enjoys cycling along the river.
Words that describe this painting: portrait, girl, houseplants, cat, folk, pet, friendship, love, foliage, animals, people, primitive, acrylic painting, pink
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Artist Jessica JH Roller paints a primitivist portrait of her cat, Rachel. With her sleek black fur and striking yellow eyes, the feline's electric personalit...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Late 20th Century Outsider Art
Paper, Crayon, Mixed Media, Pen
Artist Comments
In this whimsical painting, a family of deer roams around a nature reserve. An owl perches on one of the trees, silently observing the woodland activity. A profusion of flowers adorn the scene, adding to the charm of the composition.
About the Artist
Artist Jessica JH Roller paints whimsical and playful compositions of animals and people, marked by bold colors and primitivist linework. She distills a scene into a few simple shapes, using color to create contrast and vibrancy, often choosing palettes that reflect pop culture. "My adopted kittens, Tony and Larry, opened my eyes and unleashed the artist inside me," shares Jessica. "After, I started to notice birds, trees, color, everything." Jessica brings to life her dynamic creations in the comfort of her studio in her century-old home. She enjoys listening to music and audiobooks while painting with her 18-year-old acrylic-covered easel. When not painting, Jessica cherishes time with her family and five cats, teaches yoga, and enjoys cycling along the river.
Words that describe this painting: forest, deer, deers, wildlife, folk, trees, owl, tree, trees, whimsical, nursery, animals, primitive, acrylic painting, red
Yellow Springs Deer Family...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A whimsical, folk art style painting of nature interacting with a human in the forest. A snake wraps itself around the outstretched hand while a cardinal rest...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
1980s Outsider Art
Lithograph
Early 20th Century Outsider Art
Leather, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Wood, Paper, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Artist Comments
"The elephant always hosted the best tea parties, everyone agreed," says artist Andrea Doss. "Her dream was to bake a cake taller than the giraffe, but she ha...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
"While both very large and very strong, Fritz was a very timid dragon," says artist Andrea Doss. "He was afraid of everything, from the shadows of tree branch...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Combining handmade paper with old postcard ephemera, artist Libby Ramage demonstrates a modern abstract piece. She forms whimsica...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Mixed Media
Artist Comments
Using her signature folk art-style, artist Jessica JH Roller captures an endearing portrait of a wolf and two hedgehogs in a verdant abstract landscape. Jessi...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Oil Crayon, Acrylic, Board
1960s Outsider Art
Plaster, Wood, Casein
20th Century Outsider Art
Fabric, Paint
2010s Outsider Art
Paper, Ink, Woodcut
Early 20th Century Outsider Art
Oil, Board
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
20th Century Outsider Art
Gouache
1990s Outsider Art
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
20th Century Outsider Art
Gouache
1950s Outsider Art
Masonite, Oil
1950s Outsider Art
Masonite, Oil
1950s Outsider Art
Gouache, Illustration Board, Pencil
1960s Outsider Art
Masonite, Oil
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
1990s Outsider Art
Archival Paper, Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Polaroid
1960s Outsider Art
Archival Paper, Lithograph
1980s Outsider Art
Metal
Artist Comments
Walking to a store one regular June afternoon, artist Jessica JH Roller noticed three goldfinches buzzing between a tree and a telephone pole. Drawn by her fa...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Pastel, Archival Paper
Artist Comments
A family of doves nest on the porch roof of artist Jessica JH Roller's neighbor. Their chicks often wander to Jessica's fence, where they rest and perch among...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
1970s Outsider Art
Oil, Board
1990s Outsider Art
Pencil, Illustration Board, Watercolor
2010s Outsider Art
Oil, Board
2010s Outsider Art
Linen, Oil, Wood Panel





