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Into outsider art

May 20 2009
In the world of contemporary art, ‘outsider‘ takes on a more positive connotation Nobody likes to be labelled an outsider, but in the world of contemporary art, the word takes on a more positive connotation. The Other Side Gallery (TOSG) is a registered charity, based in North London, which supports socially excluded (outsider) artists. Within the realms of these four walls, the term 'contemporary outsider art' means to incorporate the work created by present-day artists from the different socially excluded groups. TOSG works with North London organisations that provide arts activities for homeless people, refugees, substance 'misusers', offenders and ex-offenders aged 18 or over, who, for whatever reason, have become excluded from society. TOSG provides a website for the artists to exhibit their work and in parallel offers mentoring, volunteering and educational facilities. Exhibitions at hired venues are held frequently throughout the year, with the ultimate goal being to establish a permanent physical contemporary outsider art gallery. The gallery will be run by a core team of artist-volunteers and an employed manager. The exhibitors will help manage and curate their own exhibitions and are encouraged to continue volunteering after their exhibition has finished. Looking at the quality of art on display, one would think that the term 'outsider' was somewhat misplaced. However, if outsider means to be removed from the pretensions and eccentric poloneck-wearing chin-strokers who have become synonymous with the world of contemporary art, then maybe they are on to something. If you are passionate about art and want to unleash your own talents, exhibit or sell some of your own work, log on the website to find out more.
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