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Natural Earth Pigments were among the earliest recorded materials used by our ancestors to make paint, and their use pre-dates recorded history. Starting at least 100,000 years ago, ancient people from all over the world, including Prehistoric People, Egyptians, Native Americans, ancient Buddhists, Medieval monks, and Renaissance masters used earthen pigments to make their paints. Humans on almost every continent ground up earthen clays and...

Check out our new video that encapsulates our passion, vision, mission, and origin story, as well as a sneak peak into our solar-powered workshop and more!Interested in learning more about the origins of Natural Earth Paint? Visit our About page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Thank you so much, Karen, for taking the time to share your experiences with us! Can you start by telling us a little bit about your personal history - where you grew up and how did that place or landscape affect your life as an artist?I grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, which has beautiful, green, rolling hills and the Ohio River. It propelled me on a lifelong journey of appreciating nature. After living all over the world as a graphic designer,...

Melissa is one of my favorite contemporary artists today and I am so excited to feature her breathtaking earth-based work here. She is based in San Francisco and during a recent visit to her beautiful studio we got to geek out on our mutual passions for harvesting pigments in nature. Her fascinating process of pouring the liquified crushed pigments across a canvas on the floor creates stunning imagery that I've never seen before.Th...

"Natural earth pigments are deep, full of secret beauty, holding stories waiting to be discovered. They’re slow and methodical. Soft and curious. For 10 years I have worked with landscapes documenting time and space as I experience it through natural environments. Through this work, I developed a heightened awareness and an intense push to explore natural earth pigments.When I first began researching and collecting this material in my local land...

After several years of development by a Master Varnish Formulator, a truly non-toxic and natural varnish is finally available here!Our 100% natural, non-toxic Natural Varnish is made with a proprietary blend of plant-based, archival, and biodegradable ingredients using time-tested recipes from the Renaissance. This varnish enhances depth of color and richness with a fast-drying, water-clear, glossy finish. It provides superior and durab...

Check out this lovely seasonal Natural Face Paint tutorial, brought to you by Nicolette Ganassa!Interested in learning more about Natural Earth Paint tutorials? Visit our Eco Crafts & Face Painting Tutorials page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

David Popa has invented a breathtaking new art form that follows in the footsteps of Andy Goldworthy. He was born and raised in NYC and currently lives and paints in Espoo, Finland with his wife and daughter. He creates phenomenal, large scale works of art directly in nature that only exist for a short while. Documenting the work through the use of photography and drone videography has become an integral part of Popa’s process. Check out these a...

Andrea Moni's art struck me with a sense of power and vulnerability the first time I saw it. And I fell in love with it even more after learning the story behind it and the process. In 2015 Andrea was seriously burned in a traumatic accident and her work then shifted towards collaboration and healing. She uses earth pigments, egg yolks and ocean water to create stunning paintings oceanside. She decided to extend her circle of healing to othe...

Looking for a fun craft to do with the kids on the 4th of July? Pinwheels are an easy DIY for kids to make and play with, and can be made with supplies you probably already have around the house! Supplies: Heavy paper/thin cardboard Scissors Natural Earth Paint Paint brushes Pencils with erasers still intact (one per pinwheel) Push pins (one per pinwheel) Let's get started! Step 1. I used the red and blue paints from t...

For a waterproof fabric paint that is completely natural and non-toxic, we have two recipe options.Option 1: Natural Acrylic Paint: By mixing Natural Acrylic Medium, with our Earth & Mineral Pigments you make a beautiful, non-toxic, permanent, and waterproof fabric paint! See video tutorial below or blog tutorial here.Option 2: Traditional Soybean based Fabric Paint: This is an ancient and traditional recipe that has been used for centur...

Supplies:Natural Earth PaintEmpty Toilet Paper Rolls Construction Paper Clothes Pins Coffee Filters Pipe Cleaners Glue Scissors A square of cardboard or poster boardPainting PaletteCreate Your Painting Palette After you've gathered all of your supplies and mixed up your Natural Earth Children's Paint you can begin by flattening the toilet paper rolls. Open the roll back up and form into a petal shape...

Josh Tiessen has a fascinating and unusual story. As a child he was considered one of the world's top ten prodigy artists and the only known male art prodigy in North America. He is primarily self taught and has now grown into an articulate young man who is maintaining his passion, drive, devotion and unbelievable work ethic with his art. He's been featured in over 90 exhibitions and has recieved over 60 prestigious awards and has been asked to s...

Supplies:  1 cup flour 1/2 cup of salt Natural Earth Paint KitIndividual Natural Earth Paint Packet in Black1/2 cup of Water Rolling Pin Parchment paper Cookie sheet Heart shaped cookie cutter Straw Twine or Ribbon   We made the recipe twice so we could have one ball of blue salt dough and one ball of green salt dough. Start with mixing flour, salt, and either the blue or t...

Supplies: Natural Earth Paint Kit Rocks Paint Brush Water Natural Varnish or Natural Acrylic Medium Start off by collecting any rocks you might have found on a past nature walk. If you don't have any then its a perfect time to head out for a walk. Look for rocks that are smaller than the palm of your hand, but larger than a quarter. Mix up your Natural Earth Paint and start painting some liquid luck onto those ro...

Supplies:  Natural Earth Paint KitMarbles (3 or more) Construction Paper (We used Valentine colors, but any colors will work) Baking Sheet Paper Heart Doilies Scissors Pencil Glue Heart Shaped Hole Punch Twine (or any type of string) Standard Hole Punch Step 1: Prepare your Natural Earth Paints so that they have a nice fluid movement to them. Pick out what color paper you will be us...

Nature-based Artist, Michelle Gagliano, incorporates Natural Earth Paint into her organic art practice. The results are stunning!Interested in learning more about Natural Earth Paint artists? Visit our Eco Artists page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Tie dyeing is a classic way to add fun, colorful designs to towels, shirts, and different fabrics as a great Summertime craft.  But the conventional tie dye kits contain toxic, petroleum based dyes and chemicals that we'd like to avoid. Let's go back to our ancestral roots and use earth and plant-based ingredients to create the same beautiful results!Supplies: 1/4 cup soybeans Water Mason Jar Blender Fabric for straining the...

Puffy paint is a great way to add some texture to your art projects, but conventional puffy paints contain chemicals, preservatives and petroleum based ingredients unsafe for children. Here's how to make non-toxic, natural puffy paint with only 4 simple ingredients!Supplies: 1 tbsp of self-rising flour1 tbsp of table saltNatural Earth Paint KitWaterStep 1: Add the self-rising flour, salt, paint, and 1 tsp of water to a small bowl...

Making your own natural oil paint is not only super quick, easy, and economical, but it also makes the most archival, vibrant and pure paint on the planet. Unlike tubed conventional oil paints, these paints don't have fillers (bulking agent), toxic preservatives, heavy metal or petroleum-based pigments, solvents or chemical additives. These paints will last for thousands of years, be 100% lightfast and humidity resistant,...

For over 2,500 years, Buddhists have spread their message of enlightenment to every corner of the globe. Today, with an estimated 488 million practicing Buddhists worldwide, followers of this ancient religion continue to make significant contributions to philosophy, literature, and art. This entry into Natural Paint Through the Ages will explore how Buddhists have used natural paint and dyes throughout the centuries to advan...

It’s a well guarded secret by the Aborigines in Australia and it’s forbidden for them to talk about it, but there are many guesses as to why earth paint is considered sacred.  It was a general belief among Aboriginal cultures that the geographical features of the land were created by a mythical snake as it journeyed over it. The colored ochre seams were believed to be the "tracks" left by the snake through the earth, and therefore...

Natural Cold Porcelain Clay is a perfect substitute for toxic polymer clay and allows for even finer detail and ease of sculpting. It's also incredibly inexpensive and super simple to make. The clay is air-dried so no need for baking and it dries to a light weight, luminous, stone-like texture. Perfect for kids through professional artists. The DIY cold porcelain recipes that we found online all called for conventional gl...

Our Natural Earth Paint was featured on Good Day LA during a segment describing the best educational toys for kids! Nasiba Adilova, the entrepreneur mom behind "The Tot," talks about eco-friendly and non-toxic products for moms and children, and says our paint is great for kids' imagination and decision-making. Check out the video below!Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on In...

In a recent Parents Magazine article online, Ziata Faerman writes about low-stress activities kids and parents can embrace. Faerman recommends our Children's Earth Paint Kit as a way for kids to get creative without the stress of a messy clean up."'Painting is extremely relaxing and therapeutic and studies show that kids who paint are more likely to be entrepreneurs,' says Kathryn Smerling, PH.D., LCSW, a family therapist. The g...

Slime just never seems to get old! My 8 year old has loved it his entire life. Most slime recipes that we've found online call for a use of chemical glues, petroleum based dyes or pigments and borax that may cause respiratory, skin, and eye irritation. Here's an all natural, kid-friendly slime with only 4 ingredients!Supplies: 1 tbs Psyllium Powder (you can find this at various health shops or pharmacies)1 tsp Cornstarch1/2 tsp Eart...

Earth Day is tomorrow and Green Child Magazine features some Kid-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Earth Day, including using our Natural Earth Paint products!The article gives ideas from creating a butterfly garden to visiting a local farmer's market to celebrate the Earth's natural wonders, linking to Nature-inspired Art Projects + Making Your Own Paints & Brushes written by Natural Earth Paint owner, Leah Fanning.You can learn how to make natur...

Earth Day is coming up on April 22nd! Here are a few creative ideas for eco-friendly activities you can do with your family.1. Admire a few eco-friendly artists (or become one yourself!)This article in Huffington Post highlights a few incredible artists who focus their artwork on sustainability and environmentalism. Many of the pieces are created with either natural materials or recycled plastic! You can also become an eco-artist yourself!...

Our Natural Earth Paint Kit was featured in the article Tot Craft Corner: Easter Pebble Eggs & Bunny Hat on The Tot!"Easter PebblesHand painted pebbles are not only lovely to paint, hold and display at Easter time, but they can also be a wonderful addition to your child’s Easter pretend play.MaterialsNatural Earth PaintA selection of pebbles (I always look for pebbles that are light in colour and porous so the paint adheres well.)Pa...

In honor of Earth Day on April 22nd, we have taken the traditional craft of paper marbling and adapted it into a 100% natural, non-toxic and earth-based activity using earth pigments, walnut oil and a plant based glue. This is a fun and fascinating way to create unique paint designs on paper for cards and decorations. The process works by having the paint sit right on the surface of the water, so that it can easily get picked up by pa...

Our Natural Earth Paint Kit was featured on the parenting blog Rainy Day Sunny Play in their Article Messy Painting Ideas!Check out the entire article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Glitter is a fun way to add some dimension and sparkle to your Easter crafts, but did you know that glitter is also an ecological hazard? Most glitter is made of plastic, and its small size makes it easy for fish and other animals to consume.So why not make an all natural form of glitter?Supplies: Epsom SaltTable SaltNatural Earth Paint KitWaterA small airtight containerA small bowlA spoon1. Combine 1 tablespoon of epsom salt and 1 tablesp...

The Indy Style segment on Indianapolis station WISH-TV names the Earth Flags Craft Kit as one of the best Earth Day activities for kids! Check out the full article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

 For all the expecting and new mothers out there, here's how to bring some natural color and earthy creativity to your baby shower with Natural Earth Paint!Natural Baby Shower Gift BasketsWhat could be a better gift for an expectant mother than a basket of Natural Earth Paint Kits? Try belly painting with our Natural Face Paint Kit, announcing your little one with our Earth Flags Craft Kit, and introducing your...

Our Natural Egg Dye Kit was featured on Heavy.com in their article Top 5 Best Natural Easter Egg Dying Kits 2018!Read the full article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Confetti eggs are a fun and eco-friendly Easter tradition that you can easily make with kids at home!Supplies: EggsNatural Egg Dye KitLarge NeedleLeaves or Edible PaperHole PunchTissue PaperGlueEmptying the Egg1. To empty the contents of the egg, you’ll need eggs, a sharp object (I’ll be using a seam ripper), and a bowl to catch the egg whites and yolk.2. Start by poking into one end of the egg with the seam ripper until you have a hole ab...

Our Natural Earth Paints were mentioned in Green Child Magazine's article Eco-Friendly Outdoor Birthday Party Games for Kids!Check out the full article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Vegan art supplies can be hard to find; fortunately, Double Check Vegan can help you find them. Our pigments are featured in their List of Vegan Art Supplies, too!Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Our Natural Face Paint Kit is featured on Reader's Digest! Read on how our clay and mineral-based face and body paints can add a bit of spice to an indoor winter date.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Our Natural Earth Paints were featured in WRAL.com's article Stuff those Stockings!Read the full article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

If you're in a long-term relationship, check out The Modern Love Box, a subscription box curated for couples. Each box aims to help long-term relationships nix boredom and keep that intimate, romantic spark alive. Our Natural Face Paint Kit was recently included in one of their monthly boxes!  Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more...

Natural Earth Paint is a proud Gold Certified member of Green America’s Green Business Network. Check out our founder Leah Fanning's interview with Green America!Read the full article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Our Natural Earth Paints were featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's 2017 Holiday Gift Guide! These paints make the perfect gift for both budding young artists and creative adults. Read the full article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Natural Earth Paint was featured on Eco Home in their article DIY Recipe for Natural Healthy Paint!Natural Earth Paint founder Leah Fanning shares her DIY recipe for natural house paint that is non-toxic, cheap, and easy to make, providing a beautiful texture to any wall.Read the full article here.Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, an...

A common misperception around natural materials and ingredients is that they’re not very archival, luminous or of a professional quality. Since 2011, Natural Earth Paint has been on a mission to dispel that myth and spread the surprising truth that non-toxic and natural ingredients are actually far more archival, radiant, stable and professional quality than their synthetic counterparts. The proof is in the cave paintings, the Rena...

Our Natural Earth Paint Kit was featured on The Huffington Post's Holiday Gift Guide for the Traveling Artist! Artists can be hard to shop for. Fortunately, The Huffington Post compiled some great gift options for the traveling artist in your life who could use a creative boost. Take a look at their Holiday Gift Guide to figure out what your artist would love!Check out the full article here."For the budding artist...

Our Natural Earth Paint Kit was featured in Mother Earth Living Magazine's article Jumpstart to Sustainable Holiday Shopping!Read the full article here. Americans spend over 1 trillion dollars on holiday shopping, and the Environmental Protection Agency reports a 25% increase in household waste between Thanksgiving to Christmas. It's our responsibility to reduce our individual  environmental impact by shopping su...

Our Earth & Mineral Pigments and Natural Earth Paint Kit were featured on the blog Cera de Colores!Blogger and mother Ariane from Brazil writes about her experience using Natural Earth Paint during her Art Therapy sessions on her blog. Check out the full article here."For me it is very important to know where the materials I use in my creativity workshops come from with the children and also with the adults in the art...

Natural Earth Paint founder Leah Fanning wrote an article on what's really inside our children's "non-toxic" art supplies for Eco Parent Magazine!Interested in what others have to say about Natural Earth Paint? Visit our News page!Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for more natural inspiration....

Our Natural Face Paints were featured in Romper's How To Do Wonder Woman Face Paint for Kids article!Read the full article here."Want to go au naturel? Choose a certified non-toxic face paint, like this eco-friendly set from Natural Earth Paint ($19). Most conventional paints will have a "non-toxic" label, notes Natural Earth Founder Leah Fanning, but are made with less-than-pure ingredients, like heavy metals, toxic additives, and form...