Art Hazards

Artist painting — Make art and keep yourself safe by choosing less toxic products, wearing protective equipment when needed, and disposing of the waste properly.

Art materials can contain toxic ingredients. Exposure to these toxic products can result in health problems such as dermatitis, allergies, silicosis, reproductive harm, cancer, and damage to the eyes, liver, or kidneys.

Safer Supplies and Storage

Ceramics

Encaustics

Glassworking

Jewelry and Metalsmithing