Poison Garden: Belladonna

In our second issue of our Poison Garden anthology, we shine a spotlight on the deadly and mysterious belladonna. 

Thayer Sindelar opens with a stunning papercut art of belladonna as symbolism. Tugce Okay introduces us to the layers of transformation that accompany this plant. Jessica Blessing gives a historical account of the power that belladonna has wielded throughout history.

Meghan Schardt offers belladonna as poetry. Cheslea Biagioli explores the ecology that surrounds this plant, using both words and embroidery. Olivia Gochnaur explains belladonna through its constituents.

Maia Hoekstra has illustrated an entire growing guide so you can develop your own relationship with belladonna. Venla Hietala provides art and detailed information on the differences between different species of this plant. Molly Virostek delves into the perception of belladonna, women, and hysteria.

Sally A. Ward exemplifies belladonna as performance through burlesque. Lana Smithner Greenleaf further embodies belladonna's presence through a guided meditation. Anna Antoniadi closes out with a gorgeous, dreamlike depiction of belladonna.

82 full color pages printed on matte paper and perfect bound into a 6" x 9" book. Edited by Nikki Martin and Mila Roeder. First released in September 2025.

Each issue will come with a complementary linen bookmark. 

ISBN 979-8-9926035-1-4