I am crazy about this stuff called outsider art, visionary art, art brut, folk art or whatever you want to name it. I think it is a pure root art form, like a visual blues or jazz.

It’s the spirit of both the art and the artists that is so captivating. If you are lucky enough to venture off of the main highways of this country, you can encounter the most amazing folks and environments. People who create just because they have to. Not for recognition, or to satisfy a client, but because it is in them to create. Maybe they have retired and have some time on their hands, or maybe there has been a personal tragedy, or sometimes the Lord has spoken to them, or they had some left over paint, but whatever drives them to create is a pure as it gets.

I wish to honor all those creative souls, and help interested folks, like yourself, learn more about them. I have spent a lot of time researching artists as my collection of outsider art grows. When I discovered that Jane’s Addictions web site was offline, I realized that it is now my turn, and Jane generously entrusted her site to me.

The geek in me sees the need to make an easily accessible and updateable database, combining all of outsider art resources I can get my hands on, so that anyone who wants to learn more, can. And I am willing to put my money where my heart is, to bring this to life. Call me crazy, but I really do love this stuff.

If you find anything that is in error, have images to share, or stories to pass along, drop me a line. We strive to be as accurate as we can, and give credit where credit is due, but sometimes we need a little help from our friends.

Thanks.

Kelly Ludwig, "queenodesign"

Do you like what you see? Would you like some design help with your gallery, organization or business? Call or email!

I am a graphic designer with a big love of outsider art, (and all things visual), offering the following services:

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