Night Whisper — Original Hand-Painted Aspen Wood Slice

Description

Hand-painted in Santa Fe, NM by Annette Colby on an Aspen wood slice from the mountains of Northern New Mexico with professional acrylic paint and acrylic sealer, black waxed leather cord, love and magic.

• Width: 4.5″
• Height: 4.75″
• Depth: 3/8″ thick

Hand-painted with care on natural Aspen wood, this original piece captures a dreamy night where red-capped mushrooms rise from soft green grass and a field of blue and purple flowers. Above them, in a black sky, blue stars shimmer with delight— a touch of magic in a modern, contemporary style. Ideal for anyone who seeks or wishes to expand:

A Bridge Between Worlds These bright red mushrooms have always carried a hint of magic. In ancient Siberia, shamans believed the red capped mushroom could open a doorway between worlds — helping them connect with the spirit realm, ancestors, and deeper wisdom. Today, they still remind us that there’s more to life than what we can see.

The Circle of Life Mushrooms are nature’s recyclers, turning what has ended into something new. The red mushroom is a gentle symbol of transformation — of how new beginnings often grow from endings, and how beauty can rise from life’s messier moments.

Facing the Shadows In many traditions, the red capped mushroom represents courage and growth. It invites us to face what we’ve hidden away — our fears, our doubts — and to find strength and light on the other side.

Good Luck and a Little Magic Across Europe, the red-and-white mushroom became known as a symbol of good luck and happiness. In Germany it’s called the Glückspilz, or “lucky mushroom,” and it often shows up in fairy tales and holiday decorations. It’s said to bring good fortune, joy, and a touch of magic — the kind that makes you smile and believe in wonder again.

The Colors Speak The deep red stands for vitality, passion, and life. The white spots hint at mystery and spirit — a reminder that something bright and beautiful always lives beyond the ordinary.

Will make a precious gift for anyone who loves nature, red capped mushrooms, mystical dark night skies, and flowers. Hang this art piece in a cozy nook in your home, on a door knob, in a window, or anywhere to add an extra touch of nature! Comes ready to hang with a waxed leather black cord.

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