GreenBio

Consistency of creativity mandates that the artist always live and paint in the same lofts. From Manhattan to Hawaii, Mark’s ecoconscious devotion to healthy ingredients arises from practicality and domestic necessity. Materials which exceed all EPA requirements, and are now classified nonVOC, have been a part of Venaglia’s studios since 1982. For 26 years, the artist has incorporated meditation and organic foods into every aspect of his art. He is currently advising many companies as they expand their corporate art collections to include acquisitions of Green Art.

It is now a common practice to drape an entire home in muslin to remedy chronic fatigue and related disorders. Mark has created works of art which glorify nature and the Earth Mother, specifically, on muslin since 1982. He is supplied with 100% organic muslin from European designer Ari Pogah. The integrity of weave utilized by couture designers exceeds any muslin that is commercially available. Only water based, non toxic products are used to install Mr. Venaglia’s murals. The artist’s practice of a green lifestyle is further demonstrated by the reclaimed glass jars used in his studio- most are older than Al Gore’s bottles of moisturizer.

The artist’s work has been continually exhibited in Cisco’s EcoGallery since March 2008. All paintings and murals by Mr. Venaglia are rendered in Casein Fresco on muslin. Casein Fresco paint is rich in natural pigments. It is a product that is low impact, low inherent energy in production and is easy on the planet. The Casein Fresco binder bonds the paint into the organic muslin fibers, providing a sustainable, non-petrochemical alternative to standard oil and acyclic paints. It is produced in small batches at only one ecofriendly, New York location. Working with Cisco Home, you may now have your Venaglia originals or artist enhanced giclee prints mounted on certified sustainable wood stretcher bars. Prices quoted per specific commission.

“Mark Venaglia, has a very rich history as an artist dedicated to environmental awareness and conservation. Green Since ’83, Mark was at the forefront of what has now been coined ‘The Green Movement.’ He has been utilizing his position within communities throughout Southern California to spread the word about environmental preservation to both companies and private citizens for over 2 decades- through his own paintings, public art and partnerships with national organizations like ASID, Whole Foods, The Junior League of Los Angeles, The LA Gay and Lesbian Center, The Joyful Child Foundation, City of Hope Cancer Center and St. Vincent’s Medical Center.”

“Cover artist, Mark Venaglia, has a very rich history as an artist dedicated to environmental awareness and conservation. Green Since ’83, Mark was at the forefront of what has now been coined ‘The Green Movement.’ He has been utilizing his position within communities throughout Southern California to spread the word about environmental preservation to both companies and private citizens for over 2 decades- through his own paintings, public art and partnerships with national organizations like Smith Barney, ASID, Whole Foods, The Junior League of Los Angeles, The LA Gay and Lesbian Center, The Joyful Child Foundation, City of Hope Cancer Center and St. Vincent’s Medical Center.”