Garlic is humble but essential—sharp when raw, mellow and sweet when roasted, and always deeply aromatic. It’s the kind of ingredient that announces itself in the pan before you even taste it, setting the tone for whatever comes next.
This bulb, partially peeled, shows off the beautiful natural architecture of garlic—the paper-thin skins, the soft gleam of the cloves, the gentle rhythm of layers. There’s something satisfying about that process of preparing garlic—simple, familiar, and full of intention.
This piece is part of my Produce series in oil. Like the others, it’s a celebration of an everyday ingredient that quietly does a lot.
Painted on flat (1/8") hardboard, this 6x6" piece is varnished and unframed, ready to bring a sense of calm and simplicity wherever it’s displayed.
Fun facts about garlic — Garlic contains a natural compound called allicin, which gives it both its distinctive smell and its health benefits. Allicin has been shown to have antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, and garlic may help support heart health, reduce blood pressure, and strengthen the immune system.
