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Legendary jasmine is a sensual delight, and is one of the principle oils used in perfumes and ointments for dry sensitive skin. In aromatherapy, jasmine absolute oil in used to uplift the spirits in cases of apathy, depression, menopausal disorders, and lack of confidence. A legendary aphrodisiac, jasmine’s sweet scent has a profound effect on frigidity and impotence. It can relax the mother and help relieve the pain of childbirth and is thought to increase breastmilk. The jasmine plant is a creeper, with white or yellow flowers. Great expense goes into producing pure jasmine oil. The pinwheel-shaped, dainty, white flowers grow in clusters on the woody stalks of the shrub, and yield a surprisingly dark, viscous oil. For each ounce of oil to be extracted, forty pounds of flowers must be picked — before dawn, when jasmine is at its aromatic peak. The flowers are too delicate to be put through the distillation process used for most essential oil extractions. Instead, special methods are used to obtain the absolute –which is more concentrated than essential oils.

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Manuel Davila, an Indigenous 2Spirit artist and Coahuiltecan tradition keeper, is dedicated to preserving the ancestral practices of the San Antonio River and its Missions. Through the collection and cataloging of pigment minerals found along their native lands, Davila connects with their heritage and strives to uplift decolonial histories. Their artistic vision reflects a deep reverence for the land, the river, and the elders who have safeguarded their cultural traditions. Artistic Vision: Davila's artistic vision revolves around illuminating the decolonial histories of Yanaguana, the original name of the San Antonio River and the surrounding territory. By engaging in the meticulous process of gathering pigments from the Earth and the river, and transforming them into paints, Davila embarks on a journey that allows them to immerse themselves in the perspective of their not-so-distant relatives. Through their art, they aim to foster cultural pride and revive ancestral connections.