Katherine Bernhardt: Why Is a Mushroom Growing in My Shower?

Dive into the vibrant world of Katherine Bernhardt with Why Is a Mushroom Growing in My Shower? This dazzling monograph showcases Bernhardt's fascination with American pop culture, featuring motifs from Pokémon and the Pink Panther to Crocs and psilocybin mushrooms. Her dynamic paintings, characterized by bleeding colors and improvisational lines, highlight her unique approach to art, objects, and commerce.

Bernhardt's monumental works are both playful and commanding, blending iconic cartoon imagery with cultural symbols to create visually arresting pieces. This catalog expands on her 2022 exhibition at David Zwirner, London, presenting additional paintings and works on paper that further explore her ongoing body of work.