new artist biography edited by Scout

Elliott Sharpe is a working class queer visual artist from Minneapolis, Minnesota. In the tradition of folk art, Sharpe speaks universal truths through individual confession; making collectively felt experiences personal. Art that intends to mirror and channel what is happening right now, without fear of being a cliche. Without formal training, Sharpe’s practice is entirely self-taught. His practice explores themes of free will, healing, love, compassion for all creatures, and the cultural necessity of aphorisms.