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ArtSelect's New Eco-Conscious Art Line: Easy on the Eyes, Easier on the Planet.


Leaders in Framed Art Industry Launch New Collection That Preserves Resources & Promotes Ecological Awareness

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- In the wake of increasing worldwide concern about global warming global warming, the gradual increase of the temperature of the earth's lower atmosphere as a result of the increase in greenhouse gases since the Industrial Revolution.  and other ecological issues, ArtSelect.com (OTCBB OTCBB

See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB).
:ATWO), the leading online custom frame shop and art gallery, has launched Eco-Conscious Art, a new line of imagery geared towards protecting the planet's precious resources.

"These days, everyone's looking to make socially responsible lifestyle choices, whether it's the foods we eat, the clothing we wear, or the materials we use to build and decorate our homes," says Bruce Slywka, General Manager at ArtSelect, Inc. "ArtSelect is committed to eradicating the global carbon footprint A carbon footprint is the total amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases emitted over the full life cycle of a product or service. , and our Eco-Conscious Art collection supports home decorators who share that commitment."

The new Eco-Conscious Art line features over 600 custom-framed art prints with nature-inspired imagery and natural, sustainable materials wherever possible. All mats are made of 100% acid-free cotton, an extremely sustainable resource, and are 100% recyclable re·cy·cle  
tr.v. re·cy·cled, re·cy·cling, re·cy·cles
1. To put or pass through a cycle again, as for further treatment.

2. To start a different cycle in.

3.
a.
. The frames are crafted from fast-growing bamboo bamboo, plant of the family Gramineae (grass family), chiefly of warm or tropical regions, where it is sometimes an extremely important component of the vegetation. It is most abundant in the monsoon area of E Asia. , and the packaging comes from partially recycled materials, to help preserve resources. Many titles are also print-on-demand, in an effort to conserve energy and paper.

Every title in the Eco-Conscious Art collection was chosen to encourage environmental appreciation. From nature-inspired imagery to breathtaking landscapes, endangered species endangered species, any plant or animal species whose ability to survive and reproduce has been jeopardized by human activities. In 1999 the U.S. government, in accordance with the U.S. , animal photography prints and more, the new line has many framed art choices to uplift and inspire.

"We're all pulling together as people, as a planet, and every little step towards sustainable living Sustainable living might be defined as a lifestyle that could, hypothetically, be sustained without exhausting any natural resources. The term can be applied to individuals or societies.  makes a difference," says Kim Counts, Merchandising Manager for ArtSelect.com. "This new environmentally themed art line is just our first step. We're looking forward to even larger strides in the future."

See the new Eco-Conscious Art line at www.ArtSelect.com or contact Marianne Mullins for more information at marianne@artselect.com.

About ArtSelect.com, Inc.

ArtSelect, a subsidiary of a21 Inc., helps established retailers offer fine art at reasonable prices, with partnership arrangements such as drop-shipments, private labels, or integrated shopping carts. All ArtSelect products are 100% satisfaction guaranteed Satisfaction Guaranteed may refer to:
  • Satisfaction Guaranteed (manga)
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.

About a21, Inc.

a21 (www.a21group.com) is a leading online digital content marketplace for the professional creative community. Through SuperStock (www.superstock.com; www.superstock.co.uk; www.purestockx.com; and www.mediamagent.com), and ArtSelect (www.artselect.com and www.postersetc.com), a21 delivers high quality images, art framing, and exceptional customer service. a21 and its companies, with offices in Florida, Iowa, New York New York, state, United States
New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of
, and the United Kingdom, provide a valuable and viable choice to photographers, artists, photography agencies and other customers in the stock image, art and wall decor industries.
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