FAQ About The Impact of Art Brut on Outsider Art

While the terms Art Brut and Outsider Art are often used interchangeably, they have distinct differences. Art Brut specifically refers to works collected and defined by Jean Dubuffet, emphasizing the raw, unfiltered creativity of the artists. Outsider Art is a broader term that includes any art created by self-taught or "naïve" artists who operate outside the established art world. Outsider Art encompasses Art Brut but also includes a wider range of creators and artworks.