Redwoods: Foliage

Captured during a quiet night deep in California’s redwoods, this image bathes ferns, branches, and towering understory plants in a glowing spectrum of green, purple, magenta, and crimson. A surreal moment of transformation— only briefly visible. Using only projected colored light and the darkness of night, Marvell’s Paint the World series offers a new perspective on the wild world that surrounds us. These images employ no digital enhancement; what you see is what nature became, if only for an instant. The image is printed on fabric, giving the photograph a soft, tactile quality that complements the wild textures of the forest itself. Framed in black and available in sizes up to 6' x 5', this work holds the presence of a landscape painting and the immediacy of a performance. This series speaks to the delicate balance between human presence and the untouched world—offering a fleeting, luminous footprint rather than a permanent mark. This piece makes a striking addition to any contemporary space, inviting the viewer to pause, look closely, and reimagine their connection to the natural world.