Elinor Kwitney Stapylton · M.S. Biomimicry, Arizona State University · B.A. Biology & Environmental Studies, Bard College · Certified Sustainable Construction, Earthship Biotecture

Elinor presenting Earthship Ecology lecture

Research & Development of Essential Service Solutions

Research, development, and education on solutions for meeting our essential needs for living through earthship biotecture, biomimicry, and bio-utilization to partner with nature for intentional place-based solutions.

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American Chestnut scientific illustration

Native Ecology Conservation and Landscape Design

Land stewardship and watershed management practices related to bioregional habitat conservation for the preservation of native food web dynamics through diverse community science programs.

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Scientific illustration with natural paints

Scientific Illustration & Art

Careful observation through art as a critical scientific skill — using all-natural earthen pigments crafted by Indigenous artists at Beam Paints to create intentional conservation art.

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Wetland ecosystem nature journal

Nature Journaling for Nature-Based Solutions

Taking lessons from nature through artistic journaling to implement place-based, intentional solutions for resilience across interdisciplinary fields.

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Tick disease ecology illustration

Invasive Species Research and Land Stewardship

Early detection surveys and observations for invasive species dynamics — understanding lifecycle and invasion pathways to protect native communities.

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Earthship ecology workshop

Workshops & Events

Hands-on educational workshops on Earthship ecology, sustainable construction, and nature-based solutions.

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