Mullein it Over

This artwork focuses on the distinct, densely hairy leaves of the common mullein, Verbascum thapsus, rendered with a modern twist. The artist isolates the soft, lanceolate leaves, embellished with fine, silvery-white trichomes that give the plant its characteristic woolly texture. Against a muted, earthy background, olive green shapes interplay with photographic leaf elements, creating a balance between abstraction and realism. The composition evokes the natural habitat of mullein, often found on disturbed soils in temperate zones, subtly hinting at its resilience and historical medicinal use. The treatment of texture and form invites contemplation of the plant's tactile softness and protective adaptation to dry environments, whilst abstract shapes suggest the plant's tall flowering stalk and pollinator attractants without literal depiction.