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Cristina Mittermeier & Paul Nicklen: Hope and Reverence

Cristina Mittermeier & Paul Nicklen: Hope and Reverence

Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen merge art and advocacy. Based in Vancouver, but having traveled across the world for their art, they dedicate their lives to conservation efforts through fine art photography. With their cameras they are able to capture the important stories of animals, nature, humans, and the climate crisis. Their latest exhibit, Hope and Reverence: Cristina Mittermeier & Paul Nicklen, was curated by Tiffany Benincasa and shown at C. Parker Gallery during Climate Week NYC. Notably, the ocean holds a special place in the pair’s hearts, which lead them to create the ocean conservation organization SeaLegacy. To learn more about Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen, read on.

Yilian Cañizarez Reminds Us that Resilience Brings Renewal

Yilian Cañizarez Reminds Us that Resilience Brings Renewal

Yilian Cañizarez uses music as a tool for translating emotion and connecting with her audience. Her new single, “Vamos a Florecer,” functions as a reminder that resilience can bring renewal. Beyond the music, Cañizarez is dedicated to supporting several different movements, including ones that fight against racism, work to expand children’s exposure to art, and support the ocean. She has been able to work as an ambassador for Ville de Lausanne — Campaign Against Racism in Switzerland, support her family’s organization Palacios House of Arts, and serve as a “Voice for the Ocean” for UN World Oceans Day. To learn more about Yilian Cañizarez and her new music, read on.

Savor the Season: Sustainable Ways to Make the Most of Summer's End

Savor the Season: Sustainable Ways to Make the Most of Summer's End

As summer winds down and we begin to feel the first hints of fall in the air, there’s a natural urge to make the most of what’s left. But in doing so, it’s important to stay mindful of how our activities impact the environment. The good news is that you can savor every last drop of summer and do it sustainably. Here’s how:

Articles, zIssue 57.4Angelina DeSalvoAugust 20, 2025summer, sustainability, sustainable, local, small business, reusable, slow fashion, nature, eco friendlyComment

Crafted with Care, Worn with Soul: The Earth Sole Journey

Crafted with Care, Worn with Soul: The Earth Sole Journey

In this interview, we explore the inspiring journey behind Earth Sole, a handcrafted barefoot shoe brand rooted in sustainability, creativity, and a deep connection to nature. What started as a personal solution to the discomfort of modern footwear evolved into a purpose-driven business that honors the earth, embraces minimalism, and supports conscious living. From working with repurposed leather to building a small, intentional team in Cape Town, the founder shares the unexpected twists, challenges, and rewarding moments that shaped the brand’s path. What drives someone to build a shoe company with no prior experience—and how does living barefoot in nature lead to an internationally growing business? Keep reading to find out.

SWAC: Fashion, zIssue 57.3Angelina DeSalvoAugust 8, 2025soul, sustainability, leather, shoes, footwear, creativity, natureComment

Ageless Naturally: Clean Vegan Solutions to Keep You Looking Young

Ageless Naturally: Clean Vegan Solutions to Keep You Looking Young

In a world increasingly driven by artificial ingredients and synthetic beauty quick-fixes, more people are turning to nature for their skincare and anti-aging solutions. The clean, vegan beauty movement has gained traction not just for its ethical values, but for its impressive results. Staying youthful doesn’t have to involve harsh chemical, invasive procedures, or animal derived ingredients. With the right clean, plant based regimen it’s possible to nurture your skin, body, and overall health in a way that promotes longevity and radiance from the inside out. Here’s how to maintain a youthful appearance using natural, vegan, and clean beauty practices:

SWAC: Beauty, zIssue 57.3Angelina DeSalvoAugust 7, 2025nature, natural, skin care, beauty, ethical, skin, body, hair, plant based, nurture, plant powered, vitamins, sunscreen, stress managementComment

How to Enjoy the Outdoors Sustainably This Summer

How to Enjoy the Outdoors Sustainably This Summer

Spending time outside is one of the best parts of summer. Whether you’re hiking, camping or simply relaxing in a park, it offers a break from screens, schedules and stress. But how you use these spaces matters, and right now, they need your attention.

Articles, zIssue 57.3Cora GoldJuly 28, 2025outdoors, sustainability, nature, environment, national parks, eco friendly, summerComment

Not for Sale: Why Public Lands Must Stay Public

Not for Sale: Why Public Lands Must Stay Public

Selling public land might sound like a quick way to make a buck, but it’s a deal with long-term costs we can’t afford. These lands aren’t just empty stretches of dirt; they’re wild spaces, community treasures, and a shared legacy for future generations. Handing them over to private hands risks losing access, harming ecosystems, and shrinking the commons we all rely on. To learn why selling public land is a bad idea and why keeping it public matters more than ever, keep reading.

Articles, zIssue 57.2Kylie MurphyJuly 16, 2025national parks, nature, save the planet, politicsComment

Step up for Nature: Supporting Our Parks in a Summer of Strain

Step up for Nature: Supporting Our Parks in a Summer of Strain

As summer unfolds and millions of Americans flock to our nation’s parks for hiking, camping, and reconnecting with nature, there's an unseen crisis quietly developing behind the trees and trails. A wave of ranger layoffs is leaving these treasured landscapes with fewer guardians than ever before. From Yellowstone to the Smoky Mountains, staff reductions mean fewer people to manage crowds, maintain trails and protect wildlife. At the same time, park attendance is surging, a perfect storm that threatens the health and beauty of our public lands. Without adequate staff to manage the influx of visitors, the integrity of our parks is at risk.

Editor's Pick, Articles, zIssue 57.1Angelina DeSalvoJune 18, 2025nature, parks, national parks, environment, environmental, protect wildlifeComment

The Best Hiking Trails in the U.S. to Connect With Nature This Season

The Best Hiking Trails in the U.S. to Connect With Nature This Season

As the sun shines longer and the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to lace up your hiking boots and experience the natural beauty of the United States. From serene forest paths to challenging mountain ascents, here are ten remarkable trails that offer a chance to reconnect with nature this season.

Wellness, zIssue 57.1Cora GoldMay 23, 2025hiking, trails, nature, outdoors, national parksComment

FIRL - Symphonic Melodies

FIRL - Symphonic Melodies

After 25 years of crafting high-energy, electric performances with Bond, Eos Counsell, and Gay-Yee Westerhoff have taken a new musical path as FIRL. For FIRL’s upcoming album, Wildwood, which is set to be released in April 2025, Eos and Gay-Yee draw deeply from their travels and love of nature. Inspired by places like Hokkaido's hot springs and Costa Rican forests, the album uses elements such as birdsong to create an immersive, calming soundscape. In addition to music, Eos and Gay-Yee use their platform to support humanitarian causes. Recent contributions include donating prize money from their appearance on Celebrity Eggheads to CARE International and performing at events like Vietnam’s Typhoon Yagi benefit. Their dedication extends beyond fundraising, as they continue to use their music to connect listeners to the beauty of nature and the importance of supporting global humanitarian efforts. Read on to learn more about FIRL.

SWAC: Influencer, zissue 54.4Chelsea ChanNovember 19, 2024music artist, music, Art, nature, wilderness preservation, #Nature, save the planet, female artists, PovertyComment

Osprey Orielle Lake - Ink and Advocacy

Osprey Orielle Lake - Ink and Advocacy

While many of us carry on with our daily routines, the urgency of climate change often escapes notice. However, as Osprey Orielle Lake emphasizes, "We are in a climate emergency." In her newest book, The Story is in Our Bone: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis, Osprey Orielle Lake delves into the question of whether we are willing to take action and rise to the challenge. This book serves as a doorway into the realm of justice surrounding this pressing social issue. To learn more about The Story is in Our Bone: HowWorldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis, and Osprey Orielle Lake, read on.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 53Chelsea ChanFebruary 15, 2024women, activism, climate change, climate crises, earth, book, Author, natureComment

Seth Glier - Saving Our Planet Lyric By Lyric

Seth Glier - Saving Our Planet Lyric By Lyric

Seth Glier, known for his diverse talents ranging from mushroom foraging to music production, seamlessly weaves the wonders of the natural world into his lyrics. Whether from his recent album "Mammoth" or the eagerly awaited "EVERYTHING," this Grammy-nominated artist elevates music by addressing themes of climate change and scientific awareness. Outside the studio, Seth Glier has used his platform to spread awareness about this global issue and has collaborated with various organizations such as NRDC. Read on to learn more about Seth Glier.

Art, Editor's Pick, zIssue 52Chelsea ChanDecember 12, 2023singer song writer, science, nature, climate crises, Grammy Award, songwriter, music artist, music videoComment

Forest Bathing: How to Practice Mindfulness and Oneness With Nature

Forest Bathing: How to Practice Mindfulness and Oneness With Nature

Has the industrialized electronics world left you feeling like the only living creature in a sea of concrete and silicon? If so, the Japanese practice of forest bathing cultivates mindfulness and can remind you of your oneness with other living things.

Wellness, zIssue 47Cora GoldFebruary 22, 2023nature, forestbathing, conservation, mental health, health, outdoors, green spaceComment

What Is Slow Living? Simple Ways to Try It.

What Is Slow Living? Simple Ways to Try It.

Does your daily life make you feel like you’re running a nonstop race? You wake up, dash to get the kids breakfast and packed for school, fight rush-hour traffic, dart about all day to meet your supervisor’s every demand, and arrive home only to cook dinner, do chores, help with homework, and finally collapse into bed.

If you feel burnt out from the grind, why not try slow living? This lifestyle gained popularity during the pandemic — so much so that many prefer it over returning to a hectic, but ultimately unsatisfying schedule.

Slow living revolves around mindfulness, relishing each task instead of rushing through every activity only to proceed to the next. It’s not about laziness, but rather attentiveness and quality over quantity. Here’s what you should know about the benefits of slow living and some simple ways you can try it.

Wellness, zIssue 47Cora GoldJanuary 13, 2023slow living, Sustainability, minimalism, nature, mindfulness, eco friendly, low wasteComment

EDITORIAL - Unwind

EDITORIAL - Unwind

When life gives you a hard time, unwind.
How often do we get lost in opinions that may not even be ours in this current and busy world we live in? How often do we choose to be or do something that is not exactly what we want to do? When alone, in nature, that's when we are our true selves, is when the pressure of society disappears and we are one!
In this beautiful vintage editorial, the yarn nods to nature and shows the capacity and space to unravel ourselves and take a moment to sit with our inner selves. Connecting with nature in our raw form is a calm, electric feeling.

Editorials, zIssue 44Prachedes Indyra GermanoSeptember 5, 2022nature, editorial, fashion, vintage, fall fashion, Fashion, sustainableComment

10 Ways to Spend Quality Time in Nature This Summer

10 Ways to Spend Quality Time in Nature This Summer

Summer is the perfect time to soak up some fresh air. Being outside can boost your mood and encourage physical activity, which can be more of a challenge during colder months.

If you spend all day working in an office, commuting home and doing chores, it might seem hard to find time and energy to go outside. However, getting vitamin D and connecting with nature can help ease the stress of daily life. Working outdoor time into your schedule will be well worth it.

Whether you’re looking for weekend adventures or small activities you can fit into a busy day, there are plenty of ways to spend quality time in nature this summer.

Articles, zIssue 43Cora GoldJune 1, 2022summer, nature, Sustainability, Garden, outdoorsComment

nordeen Design with Love to Welcome A New Chapter

nordeen Design with Love to Welcome A New Chapter

Are you starting to plan your wedding again after the many postponements caused by Covid? Are you planning to have an outdoor wedding and are searching for a bridal gown with a subtle, creative twist? nordeen has you covered! They develop a range of effortlessly luxurious pieces, distinguished by natural environment-friendly materials and subtle yet unexpected details. Their most recent collection, Collection I, embodies ease for the outdoors and is inspired by the peacefulness of a Redwood forest. What’s more interesting is that nordeen prioritizes sustainability and all gowns are ethically sewn and knitted by skilled hands. Check out our interview with the founder of nordeen, Brenna Simmons, to learn more about their elegant wedding attire and the thought process behind making them.

Springtime With Izzy Frances

Springtime With Izzy Frances

Singer-songwriter Izzy Frances reintroduces us to the wonders of nature. The indie-folk artist is nothing short of sophistication, finding inspiration from the natural world and her own life experiences. A trained neuroscientist, Frances gracefully intersects science with art, and we couldn't be more excited to talk with her about how she does it. Frances discussed the story behind her latest songs, her ode to Earth with Beautiful World, her fascination with the BBC’s Big Cat Diary and her partnership with the Sacred Nature Initiative. To learn more about Izzy Frances, continue reading below.

Art, zIssue 32Jejune ContributorMay 13, 2021environment, climate change, nature, singer, songwriter, activism, UK, indie, women in scienceComment

Navigating Self-Intimacy Holistically: The New Normal - By Vaidya/ Dr. Divya Chauhan

Navigating Self-Intimacy Holistically: The New Normal - By Vaidya/ Dr. Divya Chauhan

One may not be off-base when it comes to the understanding of intimacy, yet may still need to shift the perspective on what self-intimacy actually resembles. In amidst Covid fear, a calming and Meraki touch of intimacy in these anything-but-ordinary times leaves one with the only option of being as the sole and safest intimate partner. But sex is not the only type of intimacy one can root for. At the point when one considers intimacy, it is frequently considered as a sexual act only and thus generally viewed as equivalent. There are a few things one ought to have in their intimacy kit to help slay their life. Whether it’s learning to say no, feeling ok while being on their own, or walking away from a toxic situation.

SaintVegann: Intertwining Veganism & Sustainable Fashion

At 23 years old, Karissa Birthwritght is the owner of SaintVegann. What was once a platform for bringing awareness to veganism and living a healthy lifestyle, has grown to also offer hand-bleached merchandise. SaintVegann’s ongoing collection, SV Ups (SaintVegann Upcycling) are 100% upcycled and 50% of the proceeds are donated to Black Vision Collective. Since starting her business, Karissa has done 4 collections, collaborated with local and national companies, donated over $3000, and sold over 500 pieces. At a time when sustainability issues and climate change is the biggest threat to our Earth, SaintVegann is taking steps to bring awareness to a sustainable lifestyle. Check out our interview with the owner of SaintVegann.