Living A Greener Practice - Living a Creative Life in the Natural World

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Living A Greener Practice

Artists have long been fascinated by and respectful of the planet we inhabit.

Through the creative process, we have the power to promote environmentalism and make green initiatives a priority in cultural conversations.

This April, we're diving into the myriad ways that artists can forge meaningful connections with nature and integrate sustainable practices into their artistic pursuits, while exploring diverse perspectives on the interplay between art and environmentalism.

How does a connection to nature influence our work?
What sustainable practices can we incorporate into our creative process?
How can we use our platform as artists to promote environmentalism and inspire others to prioritise sustainability in their work and daily lives?

Upcoming Content & Our Updated Social Gallery.

First, we're releasing three new instalments of our "Artist To Artist" video series, featuring professional artists from our creative community.

This month's Create Guide, Eco-Conscious Art Materials, is focused on highlighting products with reduced climate and environmental impact

Lastly, our community gallery, Living a Creative Life, continues on. This month, we're focusing on the theme of "Living A Greener Practice". To join, share to the #OpusCreativeLife Gallery on Instagram and Facebook, or browse through the community gallery on our website.

Artist To Artist Video Series

To help us explore "Living A Greener Practice" we spoke with artists Carrielynn Victor, Marcus Bowcott, and Natasha Lavdovsky.

Watch each of their respective reflections on their creative life: their art practice, social impact, and hopes for the future.

Carrielynn Victor

"We don’t all have worldwide solutions for things, but to be able to observe and create small changes around us in a creative way is a very satisfying thing as an artist."

Marcus Bowcott

"The only meaningful legacy, I think, is if we help make it more viable to live and thrive and embrace our deeper humanity."

Natasha Lavdovsky

"We need to think about the life cycle of our art, the methods we’re using, and where the materials come from."

Eco-Conscious Art Materials

Art Supplies for Living A Greener Practice

We aim to help provide more sustainable options for art materials where we can. In this collection you'll find products such as surfaces created from alternative fibres, paints in plastic-free packaging, and safer-to-use painting mediums.

Collection of Eco-Conscious Art Materials

Shop Eco-Conscious Art Materials at Opus Art Supplies

Images from Your Creative Life Gallery.

Share Your Greener Practice: #OpusCreativeLife

Join the #OpusCreativeLife Gallery and connect with your creative community!

Show us how you consider nature and sustainability in your creative practice.

What choices are you making in your practice to reduce your ecological footprint? Do you have a creative way of re-using your art materials? Is there a statement you're making through your artistic work?

These are just some of the ways you can share how you're Living A Greener Practice. Make sure to follow the #OpusCreativeLife Gallery to be inspired by all the different perspectives and unique ways of living a greener creative life.

VIEW YOUR CREATIVE LIFE GALLERY