Outsider Art
Artist Comments
Muted shapes and earthy tones define a serene landscape. Dots of wildflowers scatter across an expansive field while several trees gather in the distance. Art...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Encaustic
Late 20th Century Outsider Art
Chalk, Crayon, Cardboard, Pencil, Watercolor
Artist Comments
Artist Jaime Ellsworth depicts a sturdy white stallion with its face out of frame. A girl with a red skirt—also obscured from perspective—stands on its ba...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Oil
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A coin-operated horse ride evokes memories of simpler times. With just a quarter, it opens the imagination and offers a glimpse into the Wild West. The artwor...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic, Board
1970s Outsider Art
Acrylic Polymer
1990s Outsider Art
Foam Board, Felt Pen
Artist Comments
A whimsical moment unfolds between two animals. A tiny black bird looks up and sings to its friend, a curious horse with elongated legs. Their simple forms an...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
1990s Outsider Art
Canvas, Paper, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Stretcher Bars
1970s Outsider Art
Paper, Pencil
Artist Comments
On a trip to Kauai, Hawaii, artist Kira Yusak found inspiration watching the sunrise each morning during her beach strolls. She noticed the colors, clouds, an...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
Large clusters of hydrangeas burst with vibrant blue hues, while a delicate butterfly perches on top, infusing the scene with life and lightness. Artist Kira ...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A black horse with white spots gallops with all its might, following the outlined route in the background. The painting carries a whimsical tone with its colo...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Clay, Slip
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
1990s Outsider Art
Paper, Color Pencil
Artist Comments
A solitary horse stands prominently against a cream-colored background. Created with multiple layers of oil paint, the artwork boasts a unique texture, reveal...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Oil
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Underglaze, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Underglaze, Clay, Porcelain
Late 20th Century Outsider Art
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Canvas, Charcoal, Oil, Stretcher Bars
1970s Outsider Art
Ink, Paper
20th Century Outsider Art
Canvas, Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Canvas, Oil
1970s Outsider Art
Paper
1990s Outsider Art
Lithograph
1990s Outsider Art
Masonite, Oil
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Wood, Polyurethane
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
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Metal
2010s Outsider Art
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Mid-20th Century Outsider Art
Metal
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic, Cardboard, Pencil, Color Pencil
1990s Outsider Art
Mixed Media, Spray Paint
1940s Outsider Art
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Jessica JH Roller paints a portrait of a charming pair of long-bodied dogs. She draws inspiration from the jolly pet daschunds of her friend. Jessica's...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Wood, Oil
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Stoneware, Underglaze
2010s Outsider Art
Paper, Ink
Artist Comments
A portrait of a vibrant woman exudes confidence and attitude. Her striking blue hair complements her sparkling eyes, while her fiery personality radiates thro...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Mixed Media
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Clay, Slip
1990s Outsider Art
Foam Board, Felt Pen
Artist Comments
A woman gazes with intense blue eyes, her contemplative expression framed by luscious hair and a geometric-patterned earring. A white bird perches on her shou...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
Early 2000s Outsider Art
Clay, Slip, Underglaze
2010s Outsider Art
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Spray Paint, Permanent Marker
Artist Comments
During her stay in South Florida, artist Jessica JH Roller visited the beach daily and painted on the calmer mornings. She created this piece during the trip, capturing the short-eared bunnies that emerged from the dunes each day, alongside the emerald and turquoise waters of the Atlantic coast. The folk art style, with its bold colors and black outlines, gives the piece a vibrant and playful quality.
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: ocean, tropical, sea, folk art, rabbits, bunnies, dune, beach, shore, animals, primitive, acrylic painting, green
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
2010s Outsider Art
Acrylic
Artist Comments
A purple Siamese cat sits upright against a vibrant turquoise background filled with coneflowers. Artist Jessica JH Roller emphasizes the similarity of forms ...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Acrylic
1970s Outsider Art
Canvas, Oil
Artist Comments
A nude figure with flowing hair turns slightly to the side, with a speech bubble saying "hi." Minimalistic lines outline her body against a background with ve...
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art
Oil
Late 20th Century Outsider Art
Wood, Mixed Media
1930s Outsider Art
Drypoint