authentic folk art paintings
The art work/creations of a culturally homogeneous people produced by artist with NO FORMAL TRAINING .The authentic folk artist also has the family history and life experences of the folk art they make/create.Many true folk artist are imitated by formaley trained and sophisticated artist.If you are intrested in buying authentic folk art always ask questions,check with your state arts councile and check out any gallerys and claims that the artist makes.Just because it is listed as folk art does not make it authentic.