I hope that you have had a pleasant month. If you’re anywhere near me in New England, or probably most of the US, it’s been hot.
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While our garden was holding steady in the heat with little to harvest or maintain, I was busy researching printing companies. If we all are environmentally conscious about our everyday purchases, why should that be any different for our art and decor? I looked at almost 10 different companies, but there was a clear outlier with whom I identified: Gelato. They are committed to the UN Global Contract Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Creating original art with the lowest impact on the planet is my goal. I would love to share my art via art prints and such, but not at the cost of our values. I was intrigued to find a potential production partner who focuses on sustainability through responsibly sourced products and materials, reduced waste by printing on-demand, and reduced emissions by printing locally to the customer. I was also a little nervous that the products could be low quality. There was only one way to find out.
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Last month, I uploaded my designs, selected products (art prints, wrapped canvas, notecards, and a few more), and I ordered samples. Then, I waited in anticipation. One-by-one they arrived and I was thrilled that they looked great! I posted a photo of them on IG and FB. This month I will be hard at work to get items into Etsy and reactivate my shop.
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I am grateful to you for your interest in my work and in sustainable living.
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If you want to learn more about the UN Global Contract Sustainable Development Goals, you can explore all 17 UN SDGs here. Which one(s) resonates with you?
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Until next time,
joç
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