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| Old Oysters, Pleurotus ostreatus |
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| Daedalea quercina, Thick-maze Oak Polypore |
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| Xylobolus frustulatus, Ceramic Parchment |
I will describe and photograph the mushrooms found near my home in Fort Valley, Virginia. The region consists of the George Washington National Forest. This is the central Appalachian region of the southeastern U.S. A word to the wise - Some species are toxic, even deadly. You've been warned. Then again, some mushrooms are incredibly delicious, and are the basis for unique and engaging meals.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Black & White Fungal Abstractions
Being winter there aren't many mushrooms in the frozen woods, and not much color either. But, if one looks hard and long enough, subjects reveal themselves. Black and white is a good medium for abstraction, since the mushrooms are usually a washed-out faded memory of their once vibrant glory. Here's some of what I'm finding.