The influence of pop art on Wood’s works are instantly recognisable, especially when considering his bold use of colour. Drawing inspiration from artists such as David Hockney, and as a reflection of Woods fascination with natural life and plants (from the natural foliage of California to the house plants in his studio) in these works, Wood wanted to explore contrast through colour, by experimenting with bright plant depictions on black backgrounds. The result is a fascinating insight into the artists perception of the relationship between art and life, and similarly, seems to conjure up emotions relating to the contrast of death and life, too.

Using materials including plant specimens and other life sources, as well as magazine cutouts, this stark contrast further encourages the dichotomy within the work; an impressive and striking commentary made with precision, which invites us into his lockdown mind.