“Home Of Peculiar Artists” Welcomes All Kinds Of “Misunderstood” Creators And Here Are 50 Of Their Most Precious Works
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Creating unique art can be fulfilling for several reasons. For one, it allows an artist to express themselves in a way that is truly authentic and personal. The act of creating something that is special can be a form of self-expression and self-discovery.
Additionally, creating peculiar art can be fulfilling because it allows an artist to challenge themselves to think outside the box and push the boundaries of what is possible.
The Facebook group "Home for Peculiar Artists" is a vibrant community of people who share a passion for the unique and unusual. Here, members showcase their one-of-a-kind creations, ranging from sculptures made of found or recycled materials to digital art with a surreal twist.
The group is also a marketplace for these said creations, with many artists offering their pieces for sale. It's a great opportunity for art lovers to discover new and exciting artists and to own a piece of art that is truly unique.
Also, make sure to keep an eye out for an interview with Ricky Dampers who is the artist behind the artwork "Agape love" which was featured in the post!
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Charcoal pencils on paper
100x70cm
Zebras are my favorite I enjoy drawing them
Artist me
Medium broken jewelery
This what I make I have autism lern probs and I am very alone I make with broke jewllery I feel broken I hope one day to be happy but it is so hard xx.
It's really beautiful! I hope your future will be as colourful as this ❤️
Yeah, I’ll have to try making art like this
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You're not broken you're just put together differently like this beautiful rabbit.
This is beautiful, and I completely understand how you feel. My husband and I are on the scale and we navigate one day at a time. Not sure it will help as everyone is different, but something we say is that just because the clouds are in today (feeling broken) doesn't mean the sun doesn't shine. So even on the days when everything feels broken it doesn't mean there aren't people who love you or things that you love, it doesn't mean that the happiness isn't there, it's just a bit cloudy today and we need to rest our brains. I think your art is beautiful and poetic. Also, When we get intrusive thoughts we have practiced saying to ourselves "thank you brain for reminding me, I'm now going to get on with what I enjoy" hope this helps a little.
That is a great way to think, Sarah Hine. Thanks for sharing!
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It's beautiful, you are an amazing artist your not broken just on a journey. If you ever need to talk please message me . I good at listening xx
I clicked on the OP's name. You'd have to try to find her on Facebook. Her art is amazing. Edited: because I wasn't trying to sound rude.
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Your beautiful art is akin to Kintsugi, where gold is used to heal broken pieces to new and different art. I hope it works that way for your heart and mind, and you find unexpected joys.
An artist who is broken sees beauty in broken things. Its like compassion. Its like we are getting a glimpse into a beautiful soul and the longer we stay and look the more we will find to love. There is so much depth and expression in this art because the broken pieces were expressions of other artists that were recycled and made into treasure again. I feel like I'm looking into someone's castle of beautiful things or like a portal into another magical world. I'm not sure you can tell... but I love this.
You have a gift given to precious few. The world needs many more people with such an eye for beauty. I love that you took broken things and made perfection
Superb! Maybe posting your art online will bring you some online friends.
Aw, sweetheart! You’re not alone. You’ve got us! We love your art, but we also love YOU! ❤️❤️❤️
Just because you experience the world in your own way, doesn't make you "broken". Your art is beautiful! Keep it up!
Neurodivergent doesn't mean broken, it means different than. Your rabbit is different than, as well. And it is beautiful, as are you.
I love your work. I'm an artist, too. Art lets your soul shine through. Keep showing your art and a community will form of like minded artists and people you inspire!
I'm so sorry you are struggling. Please know that you are not alone. What you have created is beauty from what is broken, which is an incredible talent. Life can be hard and no-one really prepares us for the difficulties, keep striving towards happiness.
This is absolutely stunning! I would pay good money for some of this artist's work.
this is so beautiful. I can relate to feeling broken, but be strong.
HAVE CONFIDENCE, DEAR ARTIST! YOU HAVE A TREASURE IN YOU: GO TO A GROUP OF OTHER AUTISTIC PEOPLE TO FEEL LESS ALONE. BIG HUG FROM MARIE !
BRAVO ! C'EST MAGNIFIQUE ! HAVE CONFIDENCE, DEAR ARTIST! YOU HAVE A TREASURE IN YOU: GO TO A GROUP OF OTHER AUTISTIC PEOPLE TO FEEL LESS ALONE.. JE VOUS EMBRASSE !
You may find somebody to help you exhibit your work. AND you may post it on Facebook - lots of friends-possibilities there. Your feeling broken does not mean that you ARE broken :) I see all that brokenness embraced by so much light - and THAT is what you are, as I see you
You have such a beautiful visio You maybe should sell in a shop and try to interact with a fan or two a day.I am sure people would admire your talent and maybe you wouldn't feel so alone. We all have some fears and anxieties, but we want and need to know we are all in this together!
You are a true artist. Not broken. Just so many facets to one interesting individual. Shine on!
YOU ARE AMAZING! My grandson and nephew are autistic as well and I think you all have some amazing talents. Focus on your talent love and you will go far! Your souls are golden!
You do beautiful work and it sure made me happy and I hope in turn, that makes you happy.
The Smithsonian has art made out of game pieces. This reminds me of that. Gorgeous. So much talent.
I have wanted to do this for a while now, but not many op shops will put out bags of odd jewellery, and it feels silly to use perfectly good pieces, unless they are ones that are sentimental value but don't get worn.
as a rabbit obsessed person who loves arts and crafts this is my fave thing here today
It’s lovely. Hang in there. Things WILL get better. Keep up with your beautiful work.
this is beautiful, I think you could have your own business and I think these would sell, by the way I too have autism
This right here is beautiful work. It's not crude, it's not broken, it's wonderful! You did so well with this!
So beautiful. What a gift you have! Some people only see certain gifts as "normal," but there are many gifts like yours bringing joy and appreciation. You are more than your autism and learning problems. This proves it.
There are many ways of learning. I could not do what you did with this broken jewelry and I have a pretty high IQ. Enjoy your talent and do not apologize to anyone. Just be yourself.
This made me happy to look at such a beautiful creation. I hope you find your happiness.
This is stunning. I craft to aid my ADHD. Without it i would feel lost. I stared at this image for a long time & the beauty is everywhere
If you sell your art, I would like to buy a piece. I love it. Even more, I love that you made beauty out of grief. It's AWESOME, and so are you.
Just amazing. Don't put yourself down. Honestly I'm in awe at the beauty. Wishing you the best. X
You are so very talented! I love your art. And I am sending lots of positive thoughts your way.
I had to say goodbye to my 12 year old bunny this week. Seeing your art made me feel better! Thank you so much for sharing this! It's stunning! 💖
This is amazing. I love costume jewelry. What a way to repurpose it.
I'm sorry you feel alone. There are private groups for artists and creatives on Facebook. No question is ridiculed people are eager to help. That made me feel so good that there are such kind people.
Your art is absolutely STUNNING!!! I'm bipolar, so I understand what it's like to have a brain that makes it so difficult to just be happy on a day-to-day basis (is that really too much to ask?!) But please believe everyone who has written a comment to your work when we tell you that you're incredibly talented & for many of us, our day was made a little brighter having seen your gorgeous piece of art. Thank you for sharing your view of beauty with us.
I am so sorry for the pain that you are in!!! I hope somehow- maybe through a Social Worker, Community Centre, ( that offers services for marginalized people, people with disabilities, etc)… This is just SO beautiful! By taking things that are broken and making them while you are finding the path to wholeness.
This is stunning! You are ANYTHING but broken, my dear!! YOU are the beauty WE see in YOUR art!!! Simply AMAZING!!!!!
I love that you wrote a note explaining your art. My heart goes out to you. I wish I knew you. Very pretty rabbit.
It is very beautiful! Thank you for sharing it with us. You are a skilled artist, indeed❣️
This is beautiful. You have an amazing talent. Wish you all the happiness in the future, but plz carry on with your art
This is truly mesmerizing! Probably the most beautiful rabbit art that I have ever seen. And oh I love rabbits! I hope your future is lighter for you.
This is one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen, I really want it!
im so sorry im not trying to be rude an it looks really nice but the tail looks like a giant gaping a*****e
Creators: Sue Beatrice and Andy Gertler
Medium: Recycled cardboard boxes, paper bags, wood and glue.
Like many of you, we accumulate tons of boxes from shipments of online purchases. The forms are all made from cut boxes and the surface is covered with torn bits of paper bags. This sculpture was created without making paper pulp. It's all just cut cardboard assembled using hot glue and Elmer's glue. It was built from the inside out starting with basic forms made from cardboard and layering on the musculature and then the fur.
Bored Panda reached out to Ricky Dampers, a self-taught wildlife artist, who shared his background and inspiration for his art during the interview. "I started drawing when I was 12 years old, at that time I used to draw cartoons, then as time went by I developed some love for wildlife and animals in general because I used to watch wildlife documentaries on the National Geographic channel," he said. "So I changed from being a cartoon artist to a wildlife artist thanks to the inspiration I got from watching wildlife documentaries.”
Creator/artist. Me
Medium. Real leaf . Cut by hand
Description. This was 4 real leaves that I dried and pressed and then hand cut using a knife.
It was then mounted and framed
Romance on the River, a 4” thread painting.
He went on to describe the process and techniques he uses to achieve such lifelike details in his artwork. "Speaking about the process and techniques, well, firstly, I outline my subjects using freehand, then, I shade using charcoal pencils and charcoal powder to create the 3-dimensional illusion. To create texture, I use a pencil eraser and white charcoal for highlights," he shared.
⭐️Creator: Myself
⭐️Medium: flexible polymer clay over metal armature
⭐️I made various new color for my crows ear cuff! they are all made by hand and fit most ear as they are flexible!
Soon i'll finish some butterfly earcuff :3
⭐️Weight is around 20 grams and size is around 14cm from head to wings
Artist: Blue Ridge Glass Works (Me)
Medium: Stained Glass, Natural Elements, Wood
Description: First time post.
Commissioned Langstroth Bee Frame including real pressed honeycomb , feathers, fiddlehead, gingko leaf, and watercolor bee art from the client. I love experimenting with all kinds of natural events in my glass art. Appreciate a follow if you enjoy. Thank you!
Creator: Me✨
Medium: Commissioned handmade monstera rugs 💙 hope you like it 💙
Instagram page: Lm.rugs
When it comes to choosing the subjects for his drawings, Ricky explained that he usually chooses something eye-catching. "I usually love drawing endangered animals as a way of appreciating them," he told Bored Panda.
One particularly challenging piece he worked on was a drawing of cuddling zebras. "The most challenging piece for me to draw was the cuddling zebras because it was my first time drawing something like that," he said. "However, I managed to draw them well and they got many likes compared to all my other artwork."
I created this stained glass art piece from a doodle my nephew did. I named it, “I’m So Happy I Could Puke.” I gifted it to my nephew when he bought his first home several years ago. I no longer do stained glass due to health reasons.
Hi everyone!
Here's a new balloon oil painting!
...does this count as a self portrait?
This person cheated, no way that isn’t a real balloon. These hyper realistic paintings are mind boggling sometimes
Creator : Me
Medium : Small rock engraving
Description : I can turn a rocks into a unique pieces.
So, one can use a Dremel for beautiful things? I have to start reading the manual of mine.
Ricky also discussed his plans for the future of his work, saying "I am planning to do some mixed-media wildlife art where I will be mixing charcoal and other mediums to create unique artworks!"
He also talked about how his art reflects the world and society around him, "My art reflects the world around me in the sense that I capture the beauty of wildlife with my pencils and then present it to the world. Some people don't have the access to visit game parks but through my artworks, I hope they will be able to appreciate the beauty of wildlife and animals," he said.
Wildflower and fern backgammon board that I made.
Creator: Me!
Medium: Oil on panel
Description: Finally got around to taking some photos of this piece “In This Hallowed Place” to show the size comparison! It’s rather large, and the frame only adds to it 🥰✨ I love seeing artists with their pieces, I hope you do too!
In particular, Ricky discussed a piece from his portfolio titled "Agape love" (the 1st submission in this article), which is a drawing of three cuddling zebras. "I drew a piece of the 3 cuddling zebras, I titled it 'Agape love' given its composition as it represents family love. Family plays a great role in our daily lives, as we are blessed with things such as physical care, socialization, and of course, emotional support. To be honest, I was inspired by my emotions and society in general when making the drawing." he explained.
Creator- Myself
Medium- Wire Wrapping
Description- Just finished this #labradorite & #moonstone guitar and I couldn’t be happier with how she turned out (sold). This piece is made with 18g, 20g, & 28g bare copper wire and then oxidized and polished for an antique look!
Thanks for looking!
Can this be worn as a brooch ? I know a music teacher who would love this.
Creator: me
Medium: grapevine base and faux floral
I'm in love with this one. Might have to keep it for myself.
Creator: Me!
Medium: graphite on bristol
Inspiration: this piece is called “Release.”
I wanted to draw something you could physically feel. What better than that sweet sweet release at the end of a long day!
Or, What better feeling than a sweet, sweet release of societal expectations and judgement starting today and lasting forever?
Creator: Me Medium: Crochet Wow once again the followers of this page have blown me away with their support. Thank you all so much for your lovely words. If you want to see more of my work check out my page Not Just For Nanas or my Instagram. I’ll be posting there as I have new pieces available and when I am able to ship internationally but for now I’ll just be sharing photos of crochet things that I love to make. I’m a UK based crochet maker. I love to use vintage doily patterns and create modern wall art but sometimes I go off piste and turn them into these parasols. They are a perfect festival accessory or wedding photo prop. Although I like to take one just to walk the dog.
Hi guys. I'm a fiber artist from NC. Here is one of my favorite creations.
Here is my pencil drawing of ancient Great Grandmother nature wisdom crone. How does she make you feel?
Creator: me!
Medium: sponge cake with mango cheese layer filling.
Description: Painted with coloured cake batter, baked and hand painted details. Assembled with non bake cheese cake with layers of cake and fresh mango. I love how this turns out. It's my kind of prettycake!
Size: 6" cake
Just finished up an applewood bowl. It was so rotten. It took a ton of work to repair this thing and bring it back to life. How do you think it looks?
I made this reclaimed oak herringbone bench last year. I used a jade wood stain on the mountains after it was all glued up and taped off to make them pop a bit.
Good! Beautiful! And finally something I could do, too (son and grandson of carpenters/cabinetmakers).
An enchanting rainbow dark chainmaille dragon hatched on my desk today.
creator: me
medium: thermoplastic
𝕵𝖆𝖉𝖊 𝖉𝖗𝖆𝖌𝖔𝖓 𝖈𝖑𝖆𝖜𝖘 🐉
Made these dragon claws and I'm so in love with them. They're a part of a full jade costume.
Hope you like it!
Hello Everyone, Love seeing the huge talent here from all over the world. I make stained glass lamps. Began glass work to help rehab after a ruptured cerebral aneurysm, now I just love working with glass.
Creator: Me
Medium: crochet
Description: crochet yipyips using blanket yarn, pingpong balls for eyes, and pipe cleaners for antenna. I have been making these like crazy as I have a million orders for Christmas stockings for this year. They can be hung up as they have a loop to do so, or they can sit on a flat surface. I love making them but certain yarn colours have been difficult to find! Full rainbow sets have been so popular.
Credit: pattern by Carissa Broning
Hi!
Im Talia I make suncatchers and jewelry for the last 5 years or so
I wanted to show off my newest catcher in requested Silver.
I get asked a lot about silver options!
My triple moon goddess catchers are some of my by far most popular designs.
Im restocking my website on Feb 1st 7pm CST
Id love to share my socials with you
My very first leaded stained glass panel has been installed into a door and delivered to New Hampshire!! What an absolute thrill when you get to see months of hard work come together and light up the room.
Original design, over 400 pieces, 5/32" lead came, 35.5" x 27". Took about 8 months from starting the concept drawing to delivery. This was my first time working with lead, first installation piece, and first time making anything anywhere near this big!
Creator - me
Medium - sewing
🦇 Some Fruit Bats! 🦇
Available on my shop update this Saturday 🙂 scented options of 🫐🍓🍑 and raspberry
Creator: me 😁
Medium: polymer clay, brass, acrylic paint, resin 🌿✨
I was asked more than once if I ever made an opossum pendant. I decided to give it a try and it came out like this 🤩 It got SOLD already! (and it was one of a kind), but I wanted to share with you this creation I'm really proud of!
Creator: Me, Whimsy Wanderer
Medium: Polymer clay
One little chocolate & vanilla scented S'morling, now it's time for bed
Creator: Mykaela Havva
Description:
We don't talk about Bruno but, we can talk about these amazing earrings ☀️☀️
I just finished watching Disney's Encanto and I'm in love with Pepa's earrings. Hence, for my first project of the year I decided to create a replica of Pepa's earrings. I love the overall outcome and I'm happy to produce more in the future.
Artist: me
Medium: basswood and woodburning and acrylic paint and foil
Description: elongated slices of password with nature and fungus vignette illustrations
Pattern: I've designed all of this myself and freehanded these illustrations. I post process content on my instagram.
@courtneyburkeart on social media.
I’ve seen someone post their cat tree and it inspired me to post mine! My fiancé and I made this together, our boy (Gryphon, the cat) LOVES IT!
Creator: myself (Casting Hues)
Medium: opalite, brass
🌈☁️✨🌦✨☁️🌈
Cloudy with a chance of rainbows.
One of my handpainted jacket commissions, a little mystical moon with florals. Painted on faux leather with leather paint.
This is so exquisitely detailed and so incredibly beautiful. Do you create them in plus size or maybe tote bags ?
Creator: Myself 🪴
Medium: Sea Urchins & Air Plants.
Hi, my name is Kim and I’m a plant addict. I create these free hanging Sea Urchin Jellyfish with LIVE air plants. These beautiful shells are one of a kind with their unique markings and coloring. Shells range in size from 1.5” to 4.5. Plants from 2” to 12” plus! Each plant is hand picked to fit just perfectly. Gravity does the rest.
Creator: me🥰
Medium: yarn🧶
Just finished this custom order!! I’m very excited to send him off to his new home!! 😍🍄 I love making these guys! It’s so much fun💞 I’m in the process of making a rainbow one and a tiny one😱 can’t wait to show you guys
The Rainbow Raccoons!
"Pickle Purse" built around a high quality Italian leather purse, insulation foam board, latex, vinyl fabric and two part epoxy
creator: me, www.Etsy.com/shop/hookedonhandmadeus
medium: crochet velvet yarn, glitter safety eyes
description: Strawberry Dino
pattern: based off Tanner the Triceratops by Nicole Chase, with freehanded adjustments
Creator: me a couple of years ago!
Materials: felt, embroidery thread, hand dyed silk, wool locks, and poly clay.
A little forest creature that serves you tea and then dissolves into a pile of leaves.
I'm making another very inspired by her, but space themed!
Creator: Me! Medium: metal fridge, paint, wood, magnets, white board, stickers Recently painted my cheap fridge to look like BMO from Adventure Time! I used paint with primer for metal, cut out sticker letters, and attached magnets to some shape blocks to create the look of his buttons. For his face I attached a magnetic white board so we can change his expression!
Note: this post originally had 125 images. It’s been shortened to the top 50 images based on user votes.
I feel like this FB group doesn't understand the definition of "peculiar" and thinks it's synonymous with unique. It isn't, exactly. "Peculiar" carries an element of the strange, and I thought only one thing on this list was a little strange. It was mostly a collection of fantastically unique and creative art - any of which I'd love to have!
Its great to see that there is still so much creativity especially when its more stuff like this
I had the exact same thought! So amazing to see such a diverse and lovely display of creativity!
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Looking at these wonderful creations saddens me a great deal as I have no discernible talent of any kind.
Yes, I wish I had 1% of the talent they have, amazing pieces
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i was devistated when i saw there where no fursuits, BUT BESIDES THE POINT OMFG
Thanks for this, I've just joined the group, there are some amazing crayons!!!
Do you think it’s useless to try to do something creative because you’re nowhere near as good as these people? Remember what the late great Kurt Vonnegut said: “The arts (…) are a very human way of making life more bearable. Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow“
You know, being creative enough to even come up with each of these is something to really be proud of!! THEN to execute your creativeness is just beyond beautiful, in my humble opinion. I am truly proud of every single one of you.
I really enjoyed this ! Unique art! Now I'm off to hopefully find me a macaroni and cheese snake bowl!
I will that all of these creators of these beautiful and excellent art should be prepared for orders to create more!
Wow. These are pretty phenomenal. I haven't an artistic bone in my body but so wish I did...
Eeee my brain is just dissolving with excitement, looking at all this beautiful stuff makes me so incredibly happy. I need them all!
I feel like this FB group doesn't understand the definition of "peculiar" and thinks it's synonymous with unique. It isn't, exactly. "Peculiar" carries an element of the strange, and I thought only one thing on this list was a little strange. It was mostly a collection of fantastically unique and creative art - any of which I'd love to have!
Its great to see that there is still so much creativity especially when its more stuff like this
I had the exact same thought! So amazing to see such a diverse and lovely display of creativity!
Load More Replies... Looking at these wonderful creations saddens me a great deal as I have no discernible talent of any kind.
Yes, I wish I had 1% of the talent they have, amazing pieces
Load More Replies... i was devistated when i saw there where no fursuits, BUT BESIDES THE POINT OMFG
Thanks for this, I've just joined the group, there are some amazing crayons!!!
Do you think it’s useless to try to do something creative because you’re nowhere near as good as these people? Remember what the late great Kurt Vonnegut said: “The arts (…) are a very human way of making life more bearable. Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow“
You know, being creative enough to even come up with each of these is something to really be proud of!! THEN to execute your creativeness is just beyond beautiful, in my humble opinion. I am truly proud of every single one of you.
I really enjoyed this ! Unique art! Now I'm off to hopefully find me a macaroni and cheese snake bowl!
I will that all of these creators of these beautiful and excellent art should be prepared for orders to create more!
Wow. These are pretty phenomenal. I haven't an artistic bone in my body but so wish I did...
Eeee my brain is just dissolving with excitement, looking at all this beautiful stuff makes me so incredibly happy. I need them all!
