"Float" Earth Pigment Painting tarot deck tracing the shapes and textures

tracing the shapes and textures of desert rock formations

At the center of the image

I wanted this process to bring a tangible sense of connection to nature into the cards

Watercolor painting mounted on wood

"Float" Earth Pigment Painting tarot deck tracing the shapes and texturesThis original work was made with earth pigments a process of foraging for rocks and other natural materials to create my own paints.This medium creates vibrant, earth toned colors that reflect the beauty and unique hues of our desert surroundings. By using earth pigments, I aim to infuse my work with a sense of place while reducing the environmental impact commonly associated with synthetic paints. Using these handmade paints, I create surreal imagery