Gorgeous Guitar Art and Decoration

Posted in Articles - 11th Aug, 08 at 7:23 am - 74 Comments

Some guitars are beautiful pieces of art just on their own. The design, craftsmanship and intricate details of some guitars often leaves grown men breathless. However, it is not for the wood crafted intricacy that I have written this post, rather it is to highlight how some artists have turned ordinary guitars into canvases for their own art and design.

What I have collected here for your inspiration are some of the best Painted and Decorated guitars that I found which have turned the humble instrument into a true work of art.
The collection ranges from hand drawn creatures to carved wonders all the way to intricate mosaics.

If you know of any great guitar artworks that are on par with those below, leave a comment and I will add them to the list.

Edit: Updated to include the above Shep Fairey strat. Thanks Sam.

44 Comments + Feedback

Ace : 11th Aug, 2008

Check out carver doug. http://www.carverdoug.com/Guitar.html

He does some amazing work, and he's a nice guy willing to help an aspiring luthier.
sam : 12th Aug, 2008

You missed the Shep Fairey strat

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i279/urbanretro/urbanretro2/obey-guitar-2.jpg
jamEs : 13th Aug, 2008

These are way better then a lot of the talentless crap that appears in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame.
TravelScoot : 13th Aug, 2008

That's really cool!
Molly : 13th Aug, 2008

http://tirrie.deviantart.com/art/Ribbon-Guitar-21207049

http://sweetunnecessary.deviantart.com/art/WWII-Photo-Collaged-Guitar-20561265

http://thepistols.deviantart.com/art/Guitar-in-a-Hotel-Corner-41595882
Propecia : 18th Aug, 2008

Man, I'm looking to decorate an old starter Telecaster knockoff. Not to actually play, just to make it less of an eyesore. Great post!
Gorgia : 23rd Aug, 2008

Heya!! Ya'll, whoever did that work of art, ya'll should be very proud of yaself. Ya know, mi sissy ca draw just like dat. Eggsept she does it on paper. YA'LL
Jose : 23rd Aug, 2008

That is the most...beautiful...drawing in.....my life.........i think you are very passionate about it and.......... i just pooped in my pants i was so happy.
ooburii : 25th Aug, 2008

The ninja turtles one is absolute love <3 great features!
Carlo Mendoza : 26th Aug, 2008

Those are really nice!
MadSpaz : 26th Aug, 2008

As a guitarist I'd be scared to play on these!

Check out H.R. Giger's artwork he did for Ibanez guitars. http://www.hrgiger.com/ibanez.htm
Martin Ivanov : 26th Aug, 2008

You may also take a look at that gorgeous custom guitar - http://acidmartin.wemakesites.net/Images/Guitars/index.html?galleryId=AurelliaCustom
K : 26th Aug, 2008

Check the clockwork stratocaster

http://steampunkworkshop.com/steampunk-strat.shtml
Utah Joe : 30th Aug, 2008

Some super-cool designs here! Very inspirational.
SEO Services : 30th Sep, 2008

It's awesome creations.
Blue Buffalo : 5th Oct, 2008

Very, very cool. I love guitar art. There have been so many great guitar designs over the years, as well as the actual art applied to the guitars. There is an awesome guitar artist in Southern California, Robert Jew, that does very nice guitar customization with leather:
Muurtegel : 30th Oct, 2008

Awesome Guitars!
Koroly-Nagy : 21st Nov, 2008

Cool guitars! Congratulation! Really Nice.
asd : 19th Dec, 2008

very good!süper!very enteracance!
robjew : 3rd Jun, 2009

Blue Buffalo, Thanks for the props!
I too LOVE guitars and guitar art.
brainphreak : 24th Jul, 2009

Here is a gibson epiphone I painted.

http://www.brainphreak.net/geetahpaint.jpg
DoreenatDMS : 8th Sep, 2009

The Six String Nation guitar, although not as ornate as your examples, is just as beautiful -- if anything for its concept: "...made from 63 pieces of Canadian history and heritage representing many different cultures, communities and characters from all across" Canada. Hopefully, you can check them out at SixStringNation [dot] com.
AndyH : 8th Sep, 2009

http://seventhstringstraps.com/index_files/image5571.jpg
james lee : 7th Oct, 2009

these are some guitars. i would love to have them. This is some awesome artwork. just great work.
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Cindy Kelley : 8th Oct, 2009

I am a Collage artist that makes "Guitarts". I have lots of pictures, all have different themes. Let me know if you are interested in seeing them.
Cindy Kelley : 8th Oct, 2009

how do I submit a design? I am a Collage artist that works alot with guitars.
clippingimages : 10th Oct, 2009

WoW, Some Cool Guitar Art. Creative art works. Thanks for this nice post.
james smith : 28th Oct, 2009

who makes these guitar. they are definitely different then any guitar i have seen. the are definitely beautiful looking with a strange look. i would love to have one.
Ginger Trewin : 5th Nov, 2009

I love those guitars! Great for xmas gift ideas this year
lesley : 3rd Dec, 2009

Wow wish I was artistic enough to make my guitar look like one of these! they are quite simply stunning!
Christopher Williams : 9th Dec, 2009

My master pieces
look under photo (refinished guitars) when you go to my account. www.myspace.com/kingshredder
james king : 12th Dec, 2009

this is such an great looking guitar. who would make this design.
Sara : 7th Jan, 2010

Welldone man very charming art and looking very attractive . e lottery
Denn : 9th Jan, 2010

Greet the authors of the site. Want to express thanks for good work.Your article very useful and interesting.
Kirsten : 15th Jan, 2010

http://mindwandering.deviantart.com/gallery/#Hand-Painted-Guitars
Tim : 4th Feb, 2010

Some of these design are unbelieveable. The mosaic guitar design is incredible; I want one!

Tim
- electric fireplace
Tech Review : 9th Feb, 2010

Really great design and nice creativity. i think you are very passionate about it
Lyuba : 20th Feb, 2010

I just started a new guitar finishing project thats along these lines.. guitar art, but with fire! so if youre into these designs, check out my wood burning - Im about to add 2 more guitars next week! http://www.BurnMethod.com
Low carb diet snacks : 23rd Feb, 2010

The ninja turtles one is absolute love <3 great features!
John : 27th Feb, 2010

Thanks for posting these awesome guitar designs. It reminds me of the day when musicians wailed our great hard rock music with tremendous lead solos. Keep up the good work!
tivo premiere : 4th Mar, 2010

Do the images wear away after time due to playing?
tivo : 4th Mar, 2010

I mean, after a long time, not just one session.

tivo premiere is coming!!
KaKo : 4th Mar, 2010

i want o some crazy stuff like that up there with my Mexican mint green strat.
Juan : 7th Mar, 2010

Loved the desings excelelnt, very cool.
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