natural dyeing, seeded eucalyptus

glowing orange from eucalyptus, umber and different shades of brown from decayed leaves and barks

Eucalyptus is one of my favorite medium and I used it frequently in my work. I am fortunate to have access to a few eucalyptus trees in my neighborhood, and hiking trails where it take me through lots of them. If you ever head out towards Bodega Bay, along the coast–the roads are lined with eucalyptus. Eucalyptus has strong and aromatic fragrance, and you can smell them from afar or walking by one.

prints made from habotai silk

I am ecstatic when I unfolded the bundle….is this a happy coincidence?

eucalyptus seed pods on cotton

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