The reference photo for this painting was a rock by the lake. The piece resembles a jigsaw puzzle, primarily composed of small, torn pieces of homemade paper, with a few store-bought papers included. It made my eyes cross and took a considerable amount of time to complete.
Using a reference photo I took in my yard, I painted this cluster of mushrooms. When one of the art girls asked how I chose the color scheme, I simply replied, “I used all my new paint colors!” This playful approach allowed me to experiment and explore a vibrant palette while capturing the essence of the mushrooms.
Jackson, Ann. (2019). Magic Mushrooms. [Acrylic mixed media on canvas]. Soddy-Daisy, TN: Private collection. 20″x30″
