creative art designs: March 2007

Cory Jurica on "Recycling" - their own art initiative.

Many people who see our work are surprised when they hear most all our pieces are from recycled content. Reclaimed products from magazines to junk mail make up the bulk of our media. Most of the pigments, tints and binders are from left over or unused acrylic and latex house paints. Even the faces of the frames are recycled, most coming from garage sale finds and old wall hangings the previous owner wanted to get rid of.

I feel it is an amazing thing to take something that is headed to the landfill, something that is is considered a very disposable commodity, something most people think of nothing to throw away... Take it, and alter it in such a way that it becomes a very attractive and desirable addition to the interior of the home, quite possibly the same home that was ready to throw it out without a second thought. I can't think of a healthier way of personal expression. It's an ultimate rags to riches ugly duckling scenario. Conservation... preservation... positive growth... Such a great story on so many levels.

reduce-reuse-recycle.

Regardless of people's individual art interests, we can all agree recycling is a good thing, a key component to our society preserving what resources we use in everyday life. It should be our environmental promise, and taking steps toward cleaning up our own little corner is everyone's responsibility. Whether you choose to express yourself by becoming an open advocate of recycling, or if you feel your recycling habits should be of a more personal nature, it is a challenge which everyone has their part to play in their role of our global neighborhood.

get green.

The first step is to take responsibility for your little corner of your world by searching out recycling programs in your community and use them. After all, what good is it to have it if you don't use it? There are also many programs set in place in local communities and government set up as tax incentives for water efficient measures, alternative sources and many building design services to minimize your impact on resources while maximizing your investments. Get Green!