Art materials contain chemicals that can harm or kill you and are hazardous for the environment if not handled correctly. These risks also apply to equipment you use and the context in which you work. Even "art hobbyists" can expose themselves to unnecessary and unacceptable levels of hazards if they don’t take adequate precautions. Children may be particularly vulnerable to some art materials. There are many positive steps you can take to help ensure your art practice does not endanger your health. These resources will assist you.
NAVA Resources:
Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Issues.
Published by NAVA, 8 pages, 2004 edition.
Buy the publication.
Other Resources:
Chemical and the Artist Part 1. R Hall, 1997.
Chemicals and the Artist Part 2. R Hall, 1997.
Ceramics: Making Art is Like Making Love, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, 1989.
Painting: Making Art is Like Making Love, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, 1989.
Photography: Making Art is Like Making Love, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, 1989.
Printmaking: Making Art is Like Making Love, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, 1989.
Sculpture: Making Art is Like Making Love, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, 1989.
Safety Checklist: Making Art is Like Making Love, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, 1989.
Ventilation: Making Art is Like Making Love, Victorian Health Promotion Foundation, 1989.
