Who Gets to Be a “Real“ Artist?“ (Amateur & Outsider Art): Crash Course Art History #13

For centuries, “official” art spaces have shaped whose work gets taken seriously. But there are no required qualifications for making art! In this episode of Crash Course Art History, we’ll explore amateurs and outsiders. We’ll learn how the line separating who’s in and who’s out has shifted over time — and how influences have drifted across it. Introduction: What Is an Amateur? 00:00 The Origins of “Amateur“ 01:05 “Amateur“ Women Artists 03:31 Wohaw’s Drawings 04:53 Outsider Art & Art Brut 07:05 Review & Credits 09:40 Image Descriptions: Sources: *** Support us for $5/month on Patreon to keep Crash Course free for everyone forever! Or support us directly: Join our Cras