We all have heard of (hopefully!) the #SkipTheStraw campaign and about several bans on plastic grocery bags, but there is more to reducing plastic waste than just straws, bags, and bottles! So, why should we reduce plastic use? After all, plastic is SUPER convenient! Have you heard of the Great Pacific Garbage patch? This floating… Continue reading Challenge Yourself to a #PlasticFreeJuly (or whenever – really!)
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Malacology – A funny word for a funny group of animals.
While we may first think of these tiny creatures as garden pests, snails are very important members of the ecosystem and should be valued! Malacology, or the study of snails, has shown us how snails play a role in efficient decomposition and providing vital nutrients for animals that eat them. Snails eat leaves - yes,… Continue reading Malacology – A funny word for a funny group of animals.
On the Path to Zero Waste Artistry
As an artist who focuses much of their time on conservation and the betterment of the environment, I find it surprising how much waste an artist produces unintentionally! From the empty paint tubes, to the plastic covering my canvases, to colored pencil shavings, to the fabric scraps from creating my Halloween costumes - there is… Continue reading On the Path to Zero Waste Artistry
Pollinator Week 2018
Pollinators, the little critters that are responsible for providing us with roughly one-third of our food, are in trouble. Their populations have been declining for years, so 11 years ago, the US Senate designated a week in June as “National Pollinator Week” to help raise awareness and address this issue. To find a Pollinator related… Continue reading Pollinator Week 2018
Who is behind “The Art of Ecology”?
Welcome! My name is Marissa Farra and I am the photographer behind "mfarraphotos" on social media. I am a Conservation Photographer, specializing in plants, wildlife, and natural landscapes. My goal is to build visual connections between people and nature so that people can gain a new appreciation for the flora and fauna on this incredible… Continue reading Who is behind “The Art of Ecology”?
