Ep 19. Mom and Pop Art

In "Mom and Pop Art," the nineteenth episode of the tenth season of The Simpsons, the family attends a street fair where Homer has a run-in with an old college classmate who is now an art dealer. Homer becomes inspired to become an artist himself and creates a series of strange and abstract works using various materials, including garbage, food, and his own body fluids.

Meanwhile, Marge decides to open a store selling dolls made out of recycled materials. She struggles to make sales until Homer's bizarre works become popular and people begin flocking to their house to view them. However, the initial excitement fades when Homer's art becomes increasingly disturbing and grotesque.

As Homer's art becomes more and more outrageous, his friendship with his art dealer crumbles, and he is eventually arrested for creating a public disturbance. Marge, feeling responsible for his downward spiral, tries to cheer him up by enrolling him in an art class with Greg, a soft-spoken and patient teacher who encourages Homer to explore his creativity in a less destructive way.

In the end, Homer learns to value the beauty in everyday objects and uses his newfound appreciation for art to create a touching masterpiece dedicated to his wife. Marge's store also becomes a success thanks to the popularity of the dolls made from recycled materials, and the family finds a way to turn their passions into a profitable business venture. As always, the episode ends with the family gathered around the TV, enjoying each other's company and watching the antics of their hometown of Springfield unfold.