Matthew Salton: “Santa Is a Psychedelic Mushroom”

Time to learn the truth behind the shamanistic origins of Santa Claus including why he dresses in red and white, why he enters your house through the chimney, and why the reindeer can fly.

“Santa is A Psychedelic Mushroom” was created as a New York Times Op-Doc by Brooklyn animator/filmmaker Matthew Salton.
 
 Santa Is a Psychedelic Mushroom New york timesMatthew Slaton New york times | STASH MAGAZINE

 Santa Is a Psychedelic Mushroom New york timesMatthew Slaton New york times | STASH MAGAZINE

 Santa Is a Psychedelic Mushroom New york timesMatthew Slaton New york times | STASH MAGAZINE

 Santa Is a Psychedelic Mushroom New york timesMatthew Slaton New york times | STASH MAGAZINE

 Santa Is a Psychedelic Mushroom New york timesMatthew Slaton New york times | STASH MAGAZINE

Client: The New York Times
Director: Matthew Salton
Animation: Matthew Salton, James Bascara, Ben Silberstein