Inspired by fungi foraging ventures, this collection explores the different mycelial types which each have unique branching formations. Mycelium is ecological connective tissue, the seam by which much of the world is stitched into relation.
Mycelium are incredibly tiny “threads” of the greater fungal organism that wrap around or bore into tree roots. A tree’s most important way of staying connected to other trees is a wood wide web of soil fungi that connects vegetation in a network that allows sharing of a massive amount of information and goods. This connection makes fungi something like the forest internet.
The dimensions for each piece in this series is 24 x 24in on wooden panel.
NFT
Fungi, like plants are decentralized organisms (non-fungible fungi) and this collection explores the different mycelial types which each have unique branching formations. Inspired by fungi foraging ventures this NFT collection features videos generated and rendered from original mixed media paintings.
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Amanita muscaria is the main psychoactive plant traditionally used as an intoxicant and entheogen in Siberia. The easily identifiable fly agaric mushroom having a red cap with white spots, appears over and over again in cartoons and folklore. Based on original original mixed media painting. File Details: mp4, 3000x3000 Pixels 1080 Frames
“Tricholoma Matsutake” (Pine Mushroom) - Mycelium is ecological connective tissue, the seam by which much of the world is stitched into relation. Forming symbiotic ties with the roots of a small number of tree species, Colorado Matsutake are found around Ponderosa, Lodgepole Pine and are prized as a delicacy for its distinct spicy aroma. Based on original original mixed media painting. File Details: mp4, 3000x3000 Pixels 1080 Frames