Eco-Friendly Packaging
Backing Boards
In addition, the backing boards I use to protect my prints from creasing inside the protective sleeves are produced by a local art and frame shop, using flawed matte board that would otherwise be discarded.
Shipping Materials
All of my retail print orders are shipped in 100% recycled envelopes; cards are shipped in FSC-certified envelopes. I save all of the boxes and packaging materials that come into my home and use these for boxing and shipping my wholesale orders and I actually haven't had to use new boxes or packing materials since starting up my business!
Plastic Sleeves
In addition, the backing boards I use to protect my prints from creasing inside the protective sleeves are produced by a local art and frame shop, using flawed matte board that would otherwise be discarded.
Shipping Materials
All of my retail print orders are shipped in 100% recycled envelopes; cards are shipped in FSC-certified envelopes. I save all of the boxes and packaging materials that come into my home and use these for boxing and shipping my wholesale orders and I actually haven't had to use new boxes or packing materials since starting up my business!
Plastic Sleeves
Low to No-Waste Production
I have been asked on occasion why I produce my cards in the baronial A2 format rather than the larger 5x7" format. It all comes down to waste. I can print 2 cards per 8.5 x 11" sheet at A2 size, with no waste left behind. This way I am able to produce art cards and prints of exceptional image quality, while keeping my environmental impact as low as possible. I print everything to order on recyclable matte photo paper, keeping only very low quantities on hand for selling at farmer's markets.
Feedback
I am always looking for new ways to reduce my environmental footprint and I am very open to feedback and suggestions. If you have any tips please let me know!