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Article created by: Gabija Palšytė
I remember sitting in art class as a child and just having the best time creating my little masterpieces. An oil pastel depiction of trees reflected on a river in the forest, a rainbow fish with gold outlines, a small sculpture that was intended to be a Christmas ornament, drawings of my childhood home and watercolor paintings of a farm in the country. Making art is so relaxing and exhilarating, and it’s a great way for kids to get in touch with their creative side. However, one thing I knew even as a small child was that I’m not cut out to be an artist. I’m just not that great.

Sure, if you put your mind to something, you can always improve, and I’m not in the business of squashing anyone’s dreams. But sometimes, if a skill really does not come naturally to you, it’s okay to move on and find something else you can actually do well. Unfortunately, there are some people out there who are a bit too persistent in their artistic endeavors…

Allow me to introduce you to the Delusional Artists subreddit. We’ve gathered some of our favorite posts from the group down below, which is dedicated to shaming artists who lack self-awareness and sometimes simple logic as well, so you too can enjoy the work of these knock-off van Goghs, Picassos and Monets. Keep reading to also find an interview we were lucky enough to receive from artist Jill Arwen Posadas to hear her thoughts on the topic. Be sure to upvote the pics of pieces you think the artists should be paying their customers to take, and then if you’re interested in seeing even more of these masterpieces, you can find Bored Panda’s last article on the same subreddit right here.

#1

Luxembourg Artist Ripped Off Photos, Won A €1,500 Prize, Selling His Painting As Original Work For €6500 Euro And Hired An Attorney To Deal With This Matter

Side-by-side comparison of a painting and original photo showcasing delusional artists' work in an online group.

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    Met A Guy At A Bar Who Told Me He Was An Artist And Then Said He Wanted To Draw Me

    Sketch of a woman's face with detailed eyes and messy hair, an example of delusional artist work shamed online.

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    #3

    Stop Slow Children?

    Two-piece acrylic artwork parodying slow children sign sold as a set, showcasing delusional artist creativity in an online group.

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    #4

    Complete Horizon Lines Are For Losers

    Step by step painting DVD cover featuring a lighthouse with an attempt at realistic art by delusional artists.

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    #5

    Handmade “Shirt” On Depop

    Woman modeling a delusional artist’s handmade denim top spotted and shamed in an online group for fashion fails.

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    #6

    Only $295! Custom Ugg Boots With Random Pieces Of Denim Glued On Top

    Pair of distressed denim jean boots with fur lining displayed as delusional artist footwear online.

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    #7

    For Just The Low Low Price Of $50

    Abstract painting of a dark, distorted face labeled Snoop with a cigarette, featured in delusional artists online group.

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    #8

    It’s “Rustic”

    Rustic wood pumpkin porch decor for sale showing two plain wooden blocks with nails and wire stems.

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    #9

    For The Parents Who Want Their Babies To Look Like They're Smeared With Diarrhea :)

    Stained baby onesie shown as an example of delusional artists sharing their work in an online group.

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    #10

    Hoping This Is A Joke

    Modified toy dinosaur with mismatched colors and rough paint, an example of delusional artists shared online.

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    #11

    "Cloud Like Mirror"

    Mirror with a thick, irregular foam frame listed online, showcasing delusional artists and their unusual creations.

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    #12

    Apparently Trisha Paytas Has A Poshmark Store — Only $400!

    Handpainted portrait of a blonde woman with blue eyes, pink lips, showcasing delusional artist style in online group.

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    #13

    I'm Hoping These Are A Joke But They Jumpscared Me When I Was Checking Marketplace

    Two delusional artist sculptures with exaggerated facial features and hair, spotted and shamed in an online group.

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    #14

    Harvey Weinstein’s “Girlfriend” Is Selling Her Paintings For 5k

    Painting of a tree with white flowers, showcasing delusional artists' work spotted and shamed in an online group.

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    #15

    "Trump Rally," Featuring A Strangely Putin-Looking Fpotus And... A Full Cast Of Jeff Dunham's Puppets In The Audience? Take It Home For $300

    Wall displaying several paintings including a delusional artist's awkward portrait of a political figure in a crowded scene.

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    #16

    What A Steal

    Crude drawing of Sanderson witches, an example of delusional artists shamed in an online group for their artwork.

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    #17

    This Artist Is Onto Something $50 For Recycled Fan

    Delusional artist creation resembling a dragonfly made from fan blades displayed indoors on carpeted floor.

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    #18

    Complete The Cloud Set With This “Coffee Table”

    Table made from expanding foam with a bumpy texture, an example of delusional artists' creative but unusual furniture design.

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    #19

    This Cat Tree, Which Is Actually A Piece Of Drift Wood, Could Be Yours For The Low Low Price Of 3k!!!

    Delusional artist selling a large twisted natural tree branch as wall art for cat climbing at a high price online.

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    #20

    CEO Of Game Studio Passes Ai Generated Art As His Own And Wins A Competition, And His Fb Contacts Are Eating It Up

    Surreal fine art paintings blending classical figures with cosmic and digital elements, spotted by online art shaming group.

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    #21

    Woman Makes These Atrocities And Sells Them. The Panda Bears Look Like They Have Seen Terrible, Terrible Things

    Two photos of delusional artists' sculptures, a rough horse and ceramic panda bears, criticized in an online group.

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    #22

    $1,200, Going Once

    Framed painting of two men with vampire features, an example of delusional artists shamed in an online group.

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    #23

    Does This Count?

    Homemade silver glittered hair straightener and blow dryer set posted in delusional artists online group for shame.

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    #24

    Finally Found One

    Sketch of Elvis Presley with distorted features, showcasing delusional artist drawing shared in online group.

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    #25

    "Goat"

    Delusional artist necklace sculpture in bronze with an abstract animal-like shape, spotted and shamed in an online group.

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    #26

    310$ Is Definitely The Right Price

    Lifesize golden Pharaoh mask bust displayed with visible flaws, spotted as delusional art in an online shaming group.

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    #27

    A Dinomite Bargain!

    Painting of green dinosaur-like creatures with rough brushstrokes, spotted as delusional art by online group critics.

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    #28

    Earrings Are $43 But The Tetanus Is Free!

    Imperfect brass hoop earrings with a rustic, handmade look, showcased as delusional art spotted in an online shaming group.

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    #29

    "Gilgalad Gives Galadriel The Last Of The Mallorn Seeds"

    Painting of two figures with exaggerated proportions in a surreal style, showcasing delusional artists shamed online.

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    #30

    Interesting Take On Stranger Things

    Painting of Stranger Things characters with a Demogorgon, showcasing delusional artists' work criticized in an online group.

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    #31

    Antique Spiral Notebooks Increase The Value

    Framed pencil sketch of Jesus Christ posted in an online group shaming delusional artists for their art.

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    #32

    Finally Found One In The Wild

    Creepy portrait painting of a possessed girl with a distorted face, shared in a group shaming delusional artists online.

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    #33

    Found On Mercari

    Handcrafted ceramic pottery sculpture of a loney emo kid sitting with colorful sneakers, delusional artist creation.

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