Shannon Amidon

Bittersweet Nightshade, Original Painting

2023

Artist Comments
Deep purple flowers and red berries emerge from a nightshade plant. The wax-infused background adds a smooth texture and natural elegance to this botanical encaustic piece. Asemic writing introduces a touch of mystery.

About the Artist
Artist Shannon Amidon is inspired by the briefness of life and the wonders of the natural world. "I explore the cycles of life, drawing attention to its transitory and fragile nature," she says. Using encaustic—a medium made from molten beeswax—Shannon incorporates vintage materials like letters, maps, and book pages, giving each piece a layered history and personal touch. Her love for nature is reflected in her eco-friendly practices and delicate, nostalgic motifs that evoke the beauty and fragility of life’s cycles. Her studio, a converted garage, is her sanctuary, where she meticulously crafted every detail to create an organized space that allows her to easily access her mixed media supplies. Outside of the studio, Shannon is passionate about gardening, beekeeping, and running The Verdancy Project, a community-oriented initiative offering creative residencies, retreats, and art projects.

Words that describe this painting: floral, botanical, flower, plant, leaves, nightshade, script, rustic, flora, modern , encaustic artwork, beige

Bittersweet Nightshade
Shannon Amidon
Encaustic artwork on cradled wood panel
Natural wood edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on back
2023
30 in. h x 30 in. w x 1.5 in. d
7 lbs. 2 oz.