Frankincense (Boswellia neglecta) GREO Prints

Graphical Representation of Essential Oil Paintings.  

 This painting of Boswellia neglecta essential oil is a celebration of nature’s harmony and resilience, with a focus on the unique story of this “happier” species. The burnt sienna prime colour evokes the warm, earthy tones of the tree’s bark and resin while symbolizing its natural vitality and generosity.

At the heart of the painting is the special relationship between the tree and the beetle Neoplocaederus benningseni, one of a few beetles which burrow under the bark. These beetles play a crucial role in stimulating the flow of resin, allowing harvesters to collect it without heavily cutting the tree. The interaction between the beetle and the tree is presented as a delicate and mutually beneficial dance, emphasizing nature’s interconnectedness and balance.

This painting offers a hopeful and harmonious portrayal of Boswellia neglecta, celebrating its resilience, ecological partnerships, and the renewed attention it has begun to receive. It invites viewers to reflect on the hidden treasures of the natural world and the beauty that emerges when we take the time to look closely.

These are prints of Frankincense (Boswellia neglecta) GREO.  Representing the top 4-5 main constituents in the essential oil.  The painting was done on canvas in egg tempera.  The artist, Lucas Anderson, makes each paint himself, adds a couple drops of the essential oil into the paint to capture the energetics of the oil in the painting.  

Each print comes with a couple drops of the oil for a multi sensory experience.

This GREO was produced in collaboration with the Airmid Institute.  50% of the proceeds will be donated to the Airmid Institute for use in setting up educational programs to strengthen the Frankincense supply chain.