It was an intuitive process that brought these artists together. As a fan of folk, found, intuitive and visionary art, i was struck by the the connection between their work and work of ‘outsider artists’ that have gained mainstream attention, i.e. Bill Traylor, Martin Ramirez, Hilma Af Klint and Eugene von Bruenchenhein, to name a few. The work of these artists has had a profound influence on my own art and the art world in general.

Outsider Art was a label given to work often done by artists of color, the ill, and artists outside of the mainstream and academia. It is a term that, while still used, literally places the artists on the outside while simultaneously bringing them inside to capitalize on their work. Inherent in this label is an unfounded sense of surprise and awe at the sophistication of the art.

The point is this. we as artists, if we are listening and looking, will find inspiration in all corners. Art and art making is not for the few, but for everyone. all we have to do is really look. Within any 10 mile radius there are most likely people making amazing incredible things.

I met Craigio Hopson on instagram and he was kind enough to ship some of his ‘bits’ all the way from Thailand. He has a stable of misfits that he inks on found paper.

Tim thrasher I met at the Hadley Flea market selling his lamps and other hand made objects.. In addition to his object making, Tim has taken old negatives and created prints that he pairs with old painted wood or metal. This is the first time he has exhibited in an art gallery.

Mark Brown’s work I first saw last year at the Anchor House Gallery and was blown away. His work is a mash up of influences - from Little Rascals, Peewee’s Playhouse, and Tim Burton to his most recent shift which brings to mind the collages of Romare Bearden and African Masks.

Frank Ozereko lives a stone throw away from me in Pelham, MA. He is a prolific artist, who continues to explore and push the boundaries of his art making. His mono and trace prints float between drawings and prints, and we have chosen to exhibit some of the backs of Frank’s prints. They are remarkable. Thanks for coming to PULP. Keep looking. Keep making. And surround yourself with art. It makes a difference.