Artist Explores Drug Effects by Painting 20 Illustrations Under the Influence of 20 Different Drugs

by Anna Randal

Graphic designer Brian Pollett, aka Pixel-Pusha, went on a 20-day journey for art’s sake. The artist took a a new drug every day for twenty days to experience and then express the feelings and state of mind one can have during and after the abuse.

As the San Francisco-based artist explained to A+, he really felt living in the moment. “Imagine the past, future, and linear time are gone. You can just focus on your existence in the present. The idea of tomorrow is laughable. I can create art without concern of outsider judgment, without over analyzing my process, and intuitively enjoy creating the most honest work.”