ECOLOGICAL MINERAL
PAINTS
Transforming Mining Waste into Sustainable Solutions
Ana Elisa Murta, a Brazilian visual artist, uses her experience
personnel to create materials with strong economic and social impact.
After years of study, she developed Ecological Mineral Paints,
a healthy alternative to conventional paints that contain Compounds
Volatile Organics (VOCs), known to cause serious environmental and health problems.
Although there are paints on the market that do not contain VOCs, Ana Elisa’s technique stands out for using mining waste, which is normally discarded as waste or waste. This process not only reduces the environmental impact of mining, but also produces high-quality, low-cost paints.
Ana Elisa found inspiration in the materials discarded by mining companies and saw potential to be explored. The pigments are extracted from mineral stones such as mica, quartz and hematite, found in several cities in Minas Gerais.
In addition to contributing to the sustainability of mining, Ana Elisa promotes the generation of local income, as the paints are produced by residents of the region.
NEW CONCEPT IN
SUSTAINABLE ART
Brazilian Visual Artist Develops Ecological and Non-Toxic Mineral Paints
“I have always been concerned about the origin and purity of paints and their
discard. I also use other elements found in nature. To the
choose sustainable materials and adopt responsible practices,
I intend to honor nature and maintain the cycle of life and art in
balance”, says Ana Elisa Murta, creator of the technique.
Initially developed for use in his works of art, Paints
Ana Elisa’s Ecological Minerals demonstrated greater potential
broad. She created an exclusive palette with 14 base colors, of which it is
It is possible to obtain an infinite number of other colors, tones and textures.
These paints have excellent durability, resistance to water and other
types of degradation, including UV light and heat. Furthermore, they are
compatible with many building materials such as wood,
concrete and plastic, being environmentally friendly.
The results were favorable, demonstrating unique tones and textures
which represent a sustainable and low-cost paint, with
health benefits for the general public.
