Date: Sun, 21 May 2006 22:15:14 -0400
To: puptcrit-AT-lists.driftline.org
Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] Durability of Plastalina formulas/now MendAll


Richard,

I have Rheumatoid Arthritis, an Auto immune variety of Arthritis.
About 7 years ago, I had to give up almost all of the materials
that puppeteers have relied on for years.  Celastic, etc.
I have found a great substitute in Vara Form.  Non-Toxic.
Weight is slightly heavier, but still pretty light weight.
Fred was great about helping me work through some of the
bugs.  I also have replaced a lot of the toxic paints
with Scenic Water based paint and use Sculpt or Coat
for laminations.  Water based Flat & Glossy Varnish also
from Sculptural Arts Co.

The only things we use in our studio that are toxic is our
Glue 3M Gasket Glue & some Acetone for cleaning, but only with
Chemical protective gloves.

I keep trying other glues, but I just haven't been able to find
a non-toxic glue that provides the needs we have.

At any rate my point is that you can run a work studio that is
almost completely toxic free and still develop professional
pieces.

Best,
K. Elizabeth Evans, President & Artistic Director
Renaissance Artist Puppet Company
http://www.RenArtPuppetCo.com
610-630-4259
Company performing -AT-
The Montgomery County Cultural Center
208 DeKalb Street, Norristown, PA

Renaissance Artist Puppet Company's
mission is to promote excellence in puppetry as a
Theatrical art form and as an Educational tool by incorporating
historical and cultural diversity along with quality performance
techniques to tell our stories.
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