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Process.

View of red ochre with sparse dry grass and rocks, from a hike.
View of orange ochre with grass and rocks, from a hike.
View of yellow ochre with rocky edges, vines, and a fallen tree branch in a desert or arid environment, from a hike.
Snow-covered mountain range with peaks in the background, a forested hillside, and a river with yellow ochre staining the riverbed.

The use of natural earth pigments ties a profound connection between the work and the beauty of the natural world. It’s a celebration of the story each pigment carries, and a reminder of the importance of cherishing and preserving this place we call home. This process necessitates a respectful understanding of the Earth’s delicate balance, and fosters a sense of gratitude for all it provides.

First person view of red ochre with sparse dry grass and rocks, from a hike.
Source
A mortar and pestle with ground red ochre pigment inside.
Crush
The levigation process. Three glass jars with remains of red ochre slurry
Levigate
The straining process. A jar of red ochre pigment being poured through a metal strainer with a piece of tissue paper over the opening.
Filter
The drying process. Close-up of cracked red ochre pigment drying on a ceramic dish.
Dry
A close-up view inside a jar containing red ochre pigment.
Collect
Close-up of a glass muller with a rounded base and vertical neck
Mull
A wooden outdoor easel with a paint brush and paint palette, set outdoors with trees and grass in the background.
Paint