Charlotte May, Photographer,

Description

A still life presents a white rectangular block of substrate from which several types of mushrooms are growing. Oyster mushrooms, characterized by their broad, fan-like caps in shades of brown and grey, sprout from one side. A large, white Lion's Mane mushroom sits atop the block, its shaggy, icicle-like spines adding a soft, textural contrast. Bits of brown soil and white mycelium surround the base of the block. The block itself has the letters 'MONC' embossed on its side. The composition is set against a neutral beige background, which accentuates the textures and forms of the mushrooms and the substrate. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the details of each element in the arrangement.