Sami + Cindy's Bay Area Urban Foraging Wall Calendar 2027

We are excited to announce that we are releasing a 2027 calendar that features 14 plants and fungi that one can forage for in urban habitats of the Bay Area that are edible, medicinal, or can be used as a dye. Hand-drawn and painted by Sami (scientific illustrator), with foraging notes & usage tips by Cindy (forager), this has been a labor of love for the both of us and we are beyond excited to put it out. From feijoas in the fall to candy cap mushrooms in the winter and mugwort in the spring, this wall-hanging calendar and piece of art will remind you of the ephemeral delights of each season. 

About this Calendar: The contents and information in this calendar include edible, medicinal, and dye plants and fungi one can forage for in urban zones of the Bay Area. Please do your research before foraging on your own as there may be similar species that are inedible and potentially poisonous to consume. 

We are only ordering a limited quantity, and do expect to sell out! They make great gifts for the nature-lover in your life. Pricing:

• Presale (order before November 20): $35
• Regular sale (order after November 20): $40
• BUY 2 GET 1 FREE!

About us: 

Cindy is a forager and educator passionate about reconnecting community with the natural world. She grew up foraging with her mom, and now hosts flora and fungi nature walks in the Bay Area, working with kids and adults. She cares about food sovereignty and empowering marginalized groups in outdoor spaces. She also runs Uproot Teas, a small batch loose leaf tea company. You can find her on social media at @cindydoedee. 

Sami is a scientific illustrator who is forever curious about flora, fauna, and the ecosystems they inhabit. She can be found working on projects in her studio and teaching nature journaling workshops across the Bay Area. Through her art, she wishes to inspire others to enjoy the natural world and protect it for future generations. You can find her on Instagram at @schang.studios and see her work at schangstudios.com. 

Cindy and Sami met in 2024 during Cindy's foray class and became fast friends with a shared love of local ecology and food. Together, they collaborate on various projects, including hosting Foray & Field Sketch classes throughout the Bay Area. 

Below is a mini start to finish series of Sami's illustrations of the invasive Himalayan and native Pacific blackberries for the calendar.