Untitled
1988
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1988
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a landscape filled with mushroom-shaped trees. The trees are drawn in various sizes, with the largest ones in the front and smaller ones in the background. They are colored in shades of pink and purple, with some having darker trunks. The ground is covered in a light blue color, with some darker areas that might be shadows or rocks. The painting has a dreamlike quality, with the trees seeming to float in the air. The use of colored pencils gives the image a soft, gentle look. The overall effect is one of a surreal, fantastical world. If you're interested in exploring more art like this, check out the work of Jim Shaw.