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.
Abyss, 54” x 72”, Oil on Canvas
Bittersweet, 12” x 12”, Oil on Wood
Gemini, 12” x 12”, Oil on Wood
In 2020, 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.
Muse
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.
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.
Bathe
Madeline, 48” x 62”, Oil on Canvas
SOLD
Chase, 45” x 45”, Oil on Canvas
SOLD
Jessika, 38” x 38”, Oil on Canvas
SOLD
Hannah, 36”, Oil on Canvas
Addison, 72” x 54”, Oil on Canvas