DAVID PUBLISHING D Process and Extraction of Natural Fibers in the Artistic Application Maria Gabriela Punín Burneo Universidad Tecnica Particular de Loja , Ecuador Received: March 11 , 201 1 / Accepted: April 07, 201 1 / Published: February 10 , 201 2 . Abstract: This research discusses the basic processes of extraction and handling of fibers used in the production of the natural fiber paper. Dyes are based on natural colorings derived from native plants such as avocado, walnut, suckling pig which are traditional techniques of the ethnic Shuar group of the province of Zamora Chinchipe.The study of natural fibers for paper developed as an alternative artform, a compliment to photography, sculpture and handcrafts and helps us identify the contributions that nature gives us in the formation of work of art. The varieties of texture, color, and transparen...