NATURAL DYES AND ECO-PRINT TECHNIQUES ELEVATE THE ART OF NATURE AND LOCAL CULTURE (PEWARNA SEMULAJADI DAN TEKNIK EKO-CETAKAN MENAIKKAN SENI ALAM SEMULA JADI DAN BUDAYA TEMPATAN)

Abstract

This study investigates using natural dyes and eco-print techniques as innovative
methods for enhancing artistic expression while preserving local culture and
promoting environmental sustainability. Natural dyes, derived from plant, mineral, and
organic sources, present an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic dyes traditionally
employed in textile production. The eco-print technique, which involves transferring
natural pigments from flora onto fabric, exemplifies a harmonious blend of art and
ecology. Through qualitative research methods and case studies of successful ecoprinting initiatives, this study highlights these techniques' cultural significance,
aesthetic value, and environmental implications. The findings suggest that integrating
natural dyes and eco-printing preserves traditional craftsmanship and fosters a sense
of community identity and environmental consciousness. This research contributes to
the growing discourse on sustainable fashion, demonstrating how the revival of these
techniques can elevate the appreciation of local cultural heritage through ecological
artistry.

Keywords: Natural Dyes, Eco-printing, Local Culture, Environmental Sustainability,
Artistic Expression.