If you ask yourself why we don't spend enough time staring up into the night sky, Sarah's art blocks will help you. Each block evokes the feeling of awe you get when staring up into the stars…and the … [Read More...]
Where is the Oddball Art Machine?
The Oddball Art Machine is currently at the Danny’s on Douglas in Downtown Elgin.
What’s Next at Oddball Art Labs?
Call for Artists Now Open!
Our next big show for 2019 is Friday July 12th.
Submit your ‘toon’ art before July 1, 2019 to be a part of the show.
Please join our mailing list to stay up to date on what we have planned.
Recently in the Hub of Weirdness
Tiny Jellies | Michelle Rutkowski
The beauty of jellyfish is captivating and these tiny painting try to capture their delicate and hypnotic flow. Stop by Danny's on Douglas in downtown Elgin in June to get one of these art blocks … [Read More...]
Scott Cenkar | Shattered Arena
Scott is developing a card game called "Shattered Arena: The card game of tactical duels in the subterranean nightmare arena". These blocks are study pieces for some of the artwork on the cards. Stop … [Read More...]
Cats and “Baskets” | Alisa Duda
Will you get a portrait of Alisa's cat or one of the characters from 'Baskets'? The only way to find out is to stop by Danny's on Douglas in downtown Elgin in June to get one of these art blocks … [Read More...]
Mobile Art Machine at Danny’s on Douglas
The Oddball Art Labs Mobile Art Machine moves over to Danny's on Douglas for the month of June! But wait, you're asking yourself, wasn't the machine already at Danny's just a couple of months ago? … [Read More...]
Art Car Demolition Derby – Vintage Torque Fest 2019
Mitch O'Connell invited Oddball Art Labs (and many other great artists) to participate in a first ever Art Car Demolition Derby at the 2019 Vintage Torque Fest. We've got cartoons on the brain because … [Read More...]
Mobile Art Machine at Elgin Public House
Elgin Public House will be hosting the Mobile Art Machine in May. Pick up original art by local artists for only $5 each. … [Read More...]
New Art Blocks by Nakeita Brewer
New art blocks by Nakeita Brewer are available in the Mobile Art Machine. 'Monster-y' goodness for your enjoyment. Stop by Rediscover Records in April to pick up your own Art Block for only $5 each. … [Read More...]
New ‘Pam People’ Art Blocks
Just when we ran out, Pam Seatter delivered a whole new set of 'Pam People' blocks to us. The Mobile Art Machine has been restocked for your artistic enjoyment. Stop by Rediscover Records in April to … [Read More...]
Quirky Inspired Art Blocks by Kate Bolinger
Many of Kate's blocks have 'quirky' sentiments on them. Plus, she couldn't control herself and they all have art on both sides. They are now available in the Mobile Art Machine and are just $5 … [Read More...]
Black and White Rediscover Records Photos by Jane Erlandson
Do you love Rediscover Records? Do you enjoy the wonderful feeling of picking through the bins searching for your next favorite album? Then bring home a piece of the store with one of these … [Read More...]
‘Rock Blocks’ created by a Bunch of ‘Oddballs’
A bunch of the 'Oddballs' decided to paint blocks to match famous album covers for Record Store Day in April. It's a playful variety of styles and artists, available in the Mobile Art Machine, and are … [Read More...]