Outsider Art Like You’ve Never Seen

We’re all better off knowing about Arts Unbound. This non-profit helps ‘outsider’ artists (i.e. the elderly or those with developmental disabilities) have successful careers. Using a shareholder model, the artists often get paid before their work is even finished, cutting back on financial risk and really ensuring that they thrive.

We think this is important because it reminds us that art should be accessible by anyone. In fact, varied experiences are important for a healthy artistic dialogue.

Read more at Hyperallergic, then go their website to find out how you can donate money to the non-profit by shopping on Amazon. 

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