ECOPRINT EXPLORATION IN ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY VISUAL ART WITH NATURAL DYES FROM NATURE

Abstract

Visual arts can be a powerful medium for conveying messages about environmental sustainability and the importance of protecting natural ecosystems. One approach that is gaining increasing attention is the use of ecoprinting, a technique that combines art prints with natural dyes from organic materials found in nature. This research focuses on exploring ecoprint as an environmentally friendly method of visual arts, with an emphasis on the use of natural dyes taken from plants, leaves and other natural materials. The ecoprint method involves printing organic materials directly onto the surface of a substrate, such as canvas or paper, using heat and pressure to transfer pigment from the natural materials onto the print media. These natural dyes are known for their sustainable and environmentally friendly properties, as well as having unique and natural aesthetic potential. This process also encourages creative exploration in creating unique patterns and textures in works of art. This study will involve an in-depth analysis of various types of plants and other natural materials that can be used as ecoprint dye sources. In addition, this research will discuss the ecological impact of using natural dyes compared to synthetic dyes that are commonly used in traditional visual arts. By explaining the technical process of ecoprinting and illustrating the practical steps involved, this research will provide a practical guide for artists and craftspeople interested in adopting this approach. The results of this research are expected to open up new insights about how visual art can become a vehicle for voicing environmental and sustainability issues. By combining the aesthetic beauty of nature and environmental awareness, ecoprint exploration in the visual arts can be a powerful means of raising awareness and positive action towards nature conservation.