LINKS Drop by my blog at For information on the hazards of art materials the
website Health & Safety in the Arts
A Searchable Database of
Health & Safety Information for Artists is at Another informative site for toxins in art materials is Stockmar meets the highest artistic standards. Through the addition of pure beeswax as a binding agent, the light-resistant pigments display their purity and full brilliance. For Stockmar bee's wax supplies in the U.S.A. at
retail level Mercurius has a list of shops and mail
order web sites at Artist Cedric Green's site on non-toxic, alternative methods for printmaking with
comprehensive extracts from his handbook on healthier and safer methods for
intaglio etching and metal plate printmaking, with grounding and plate making
methods avoiding the use of traditional toxic grounds, varnishes, resins, solvents
and any chemicals harmful to health and to the environment". Therapeutic Sound Artist David Key is a performer, composer, teacher, and recording artist. Creating and performing music on wooden flutes, frame drum, keyboards, soprano saxophone and vocals that is both uplifting and relaxing. Artist Cassandra Tondro features artists working with "natural materials"
with her "organic matters" blog. Be sure and check out Cassandra's wonderfull
paintings and her other blog "Soliloquy". "I continue to experiment with new
materials, techniques, ideas, and imagery because it's the process of discovery
that intrigues me. My work is always changing and evolving in subtle and
sometimes dramatic ways." Earth Charter.org "Let ours be a time remembered for the awakening of a new reverence for life, the firm resolve to achieve sustainability, the quickening of the struggle for justice and peace, and the joyful celebration of life."
The Bridging Heaven & Earth Art Project is, simply: a world-wide energy amplifying
process using art and the collective energies of many." Natural Home and Garden magazine
"offers today's health-conscious, environmentally concerned homeowners the
information they need to practice earth-inspired living. Since our first issue in
May 1999, Natural Home & Garden has brought together the best in home
design, earth-friendly décor and natural living. Our bimonthly magazine and
dynamic website feature sustainable, healthy homes, decorating tips, and the
latest green products and services." For everyone interested in making smart choices about
pollution prevention in our communities -- choices
that are both economically and ecologically
intelligent. Arts and Healing Network honors and supports the
emergence of healing artists and recognizes them as
essential catalysts for positive change. "Green Nation Today is a blog of passion - [it's] goal is to empower people with the knowledge to make changes in their everyday lives and create a sustainable society. We believe these changes should be practical, involve little sacrifice, and improve your quality of life - all while reducing our harmful impact on the environment, our health, and our global economy." Art Exposure is dedicated to bringing the arts to our communities by offering artists a place to work and show, and inviting the community to use the space for events, classes, and studio work. "The Surf City Art Guild is dedicated to promoting the arts and fostering emerging fine artists and craftspeople through community exposure, networking, education and interaction with other artists."
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