Snails and Fungi

"Amongst Magic" 9 x 12 on Etsy -SOLD ***Now available as a print!

Mushrooms had so many possibilities when I was a child. They could serve as shelter for my Polly Pocket, an umbrella for my barbie, a stage for a bug, fairy jumping grounds, also perfect for pretend cooking... There always seems to be snails lurking nearby fungi, hence the tiny fellow in her hand. After seeing this painting, my daughter informs me she's never found a snail before. I show her a picture, and she seems confused. So I try to explain it as a small worm with a shell on it's back. Her reply, "No, Mom. It's half a snake and half a turtle. I know it is." Okay then. Snails are on our must find list this summer :)