What are Earth-safe Art Materials?
If your materials threaten the Earth, chances are that they are a threat to you. Truly Earth-safe art materials can be used without causing harm to any living system. Most art materials fail this standard. How can we find ones that meet it? Some materials are clearly marked as potential hazards. Other products state that they are “non-toxic.” Still others, like mat board, foam core, plexi-glass, papers, plastics, canvas and packaging, are unmarked but may carry known, unknown, or hidden environmental costs. Can we use these items without concern?
