Sustainability

Climate change is real. We know that the biggest contributors to climate change are large corporations, but that doesn’t exclude us from individual responsibility. I am therefore committed to participating in sustainable practices as often as I can. If you have ever watched “The Good Place,” you might know that making sustainable choices is not always as simple as it seems. For example, if an item is marketed as “eco-friendly” because it uses certified-organic materials but needs frequent replacement due to poor structural stability, then it ultimately may be less sustainable than a similar item produced locally using petroleum-based materials. Consequently, I do my best to be judicious when choosing materials and suppliers for my products.

  • For shipping materials, I generally use EcoEnclose, a company committed to producing compostable and curbside-recyclable materials that are sturdy enough to be re-used. This includes boxes, envelopes, void fill, paper wrap, and shipping labels. I also use biodegradable packing tape made of plant-derived cellulose with natural rubber adhesive. These are the most sustainable resources I’ve found for shipping purposes.

  • Fine art prints are printed by me, and made using 100% cotton rag paper and pigment inks for their archival quality. This method allows them to last many multiples of the life of standard prints under proper conditions. They are packaged in archival-quality plastic sleeves to preserve their life, which I will continue using until an archival-quality biodegradable solution becomes available.

  • Zines are printed on sturdy paper to reduce waste and made in the USA to reduce carbon emissions. I will continue looking for ways to increase the sustainability here.

  • Stickers for display are printed on long-lasting vinyl to reduce waste.

  • Base stocks for all merchandise such as clothing, bags, and mugs have been carefully selected for their structural stability and longevity of life to reduce waste.

Please be aware that I may sometimes use less sustainable products due to supply constrictions or an insurmountable cost disparity, though this will be limited in scope as it goes against my mission. Thank you for understanding.