Sirens

In 2024, Mackenzie began her Sirens series, a collection of oil paintings exploring the distortion of the human form through water. From a distance, the paintings appear fluid, drawing viewers in, only for them to realize up close that the imagery is blocks of color.

An abstract swirl of warm colors forming the face of a woman with closed eyes, with a flowing, painterly style.

Abyss, 54” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

Abstract painting of a woman with closed eyes, depicted with swirling shades of pink, red, purple, and black, highlighting facial features and long eyelashes.

Bittersweet, 12” x 12”, Oil on Wood

Abstract painting of a lion's face in warm colors including orange, yellow, red, brown, black, white, and teal, with expressive brushstrokes and a focus on the lion's eyes and mouth.

Gemini, 12” x 12”, Oil on Wood

Bathe

The series of oil paintings titled "Bathe" feature a unique interplay of positive and negative space, achieved by leaving certain areas unpainted to expose the underlying line work of digital sketches, which were printed onto the canvas. This technique highlights the contrast between traditional fine art and digital design, inviting viewers to explore the relationships between the fluidity of paint and the precision of the lines.

Madeline, 48” x 62”, Oil on Canvas

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Chase, 45” x 45”, Oil on Canvas

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Jessika, 38” x 38”, Oil on Canvas

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Hannah, 36”, Oil on Canvas

Addison, 72” x 54”, Oil on Canvas

Muse

Mackenzie created eight oil-on-canvas paintings for her "Muse" series, each 30x72 inches, featuring life-size representations of various muses. Each individual was asked a thought-provoking question, with their responses inspiring the titles.

Lots of Sunshine, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“I can’t name the greatest day of my life but I know it involved lots of sunshine.” - B.T.

Absolute Bliss, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“When I was in third grade I went to Portugal and every morning ate a giant slice of chocolate cake. Absolute bliss.” - H.L.

First Reaction, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“I hear music and my first reaction is to dance.” - S.C.

Lilies & Thunderstorms, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“These are a few of my favorite things: ocean views, lilies, thunderstorms, & strawberry ice cream.” - M.E.

Just a Look, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“A whole conversation can be conveyed through just a look.” - T.B.

Soulmate, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“Do I believe in having a soulmate? Umm.. yes.” - C.D.

Me & Myself, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“I’m happiest when I’m with me, myself, and a bottle of wine.” - G.E.

Pretty Good Advice, 30” x 72”, Oil on Canvas

“I feel like I give pretty good advice, only problem is I can’t take my own.” - G.B.

PALETTES

A large grid of small squares filled with colorful abstract paint strokes on white textured paper.

These pieces are created by collaging old paint palettes from the paintings above and below. Once collaged onto canvas, a thick acrylic is painted between the negative space.

Palette I, 60” x 48”, Oil and acrylic collage on canvas

An abstract artwork featuring many small, colorful paint blobs arranged in a grid pattern with light pink grid lines over a white background.

Palette ii, 60” x 48”, Oil and acrylic collage on canvas

TAROT

The Fool tarot card showing a person standing on the edge of a cliff holding a small dog and a stick, with a mountain and sun in the background.

These pieces are created using a cyanotype printmaking method. The originals are 8x10 and based off my illustrations of the major arcana tarot cards.

THE FOOL, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

Tarot card labeled 'The Magician' depicting a figure with one arm raised holding a wand, surrounded by symbolic objects.

THE MAGICIAN, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE HIGH PRIESTESS, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE EMPRESS, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE EMPEROR, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE HIEROPHANT, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE LOVERS, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE chariot, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

STRENGTH, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

Tarot card labeled 'The Magician' depicting a figure with one arm raised holding a wand, surrounded by symbolic objects.

THE hermit, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

wheel of fortune, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

justice, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE hanged man, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

death, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

Temperance, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE DEVIL, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE tower, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE STAR, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE MOON, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE sun, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

judgement, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER

THE world, 8”X10”, POTASSIUM FERRICYANIDE & FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE ON PAPER