I recently discovered Natural Earth Paint, a non-toxic alternative for environmentally-conscious artists and folks who are sensitive to the fumes of paints and other art mediums. The company was started by a young artist mother who wanted to be able to continue to paint safely while pregnant and around her young children. She harvested organic pigments from the earth and mixed them with walnut oil, just as the ancient masters did.
I use their pigments and oils as well as their plant-based acrylic medium. I recommend the oil paints to anyone who is highly sensitive. I find the acrylic medium has a distinct odor to it. Those who are particularly sensitive should wear a mask or bandana when mixing with that. Actually it is recommended to wear protection when making the paints with the powdered pigments (I wear a bandana over my nose and mouth) because they are fine powders which can become airborne and even though they are non-toxic, organic powders, it's a good idea to avoid breathing them in.
"Natural Earth Paint is proud to be a growing green business, expanding from offering our children’s paint kit and oil paint kit to a whole range of natural fine arts supplies, face paints, and children’s art supplies. We travel the globe sourcing the same earth and mineral pigments used by ancient, medieval, and Renaissance painters. True to our eco-friendly roots, Natural Earth Paint continues to be committed to eco-friendly products and practices, reflected by our prestigious Gold certification from Green America, the highest rank for a green business. We use locally-made, 100% post-consumer recycled packaging, biodegradable plastic bags, recyclable glass, and aluminum bottles, and compostable pouches for our packaging, and we operate out of a 100% solar-powered facility that also serves as a community bubble wrap drop-off site. Plus, we give back to organizations and causes that protect Mother Earth. Learn more about our green efforts on our Sustainability page."
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