Tender Ozzy

Artwork dimensions: 85x125
Mount dimensions: 230x230
Watercolour on paper
Not only does Eucalyptus cordata, also known as silver gum, have cultural and spiritual significance in Australia, but it is also an endangered species. 
Below are some of the ways that Silvar Gum is used in Australia:
·Medicine: The leaves and bark were used to treat ailments like fever, rheumatism, and skin conditions.
·Food: The gum was eaten, and the leaves made a tea.
·Tools: The wood was used for tools like spears, digging sticks, and bowls.
·Firewood: The wood provided warmth and light.
·Ceremonies: Silver gum was involved in ceremonies and rituals.
·Storytelling: It features in Dreamtime stories and narratives.
·Shelter: The bark was used for shelter and windbreaks.
·Art: The gum was used as a binding agent in traditional art.
·Spiritual significance: Silver gum is associated with ancestral beings and spiritual renewal.
Dharshi accomplished something remarkable - she completed two 30-day art challenges in a single year! During this time, she created more than 60 artworks, including 30 pieces featuring endangered species. Among these works is this piece showcasing an endangered species of native gum tree. The original watercolour was painted on 100% cotton paper using the highest quality watercolours available. Original watercolour painting