Mallory McDuff
If you’ve ever wondered how to align legacy with love for the earth and art infusing every step, this conversation offers a clear starting point and a lot of heart. We sit down with environmental educator and author Mallory McDuff to explore how end-of-life choices—green burial, aquamation, and human composting—can reflect our values, save money, and restore land.
In this deeply touching and insightful episode of Art Storming, we sit down with the author of 'Our Last Best Act’ to explore the profound impact of losing her parents and how it led her to delve into sustainable end-of-life practices. Mallory shares her personal journey, the legacy left by her environmentally conscious parents, and the innovative options available for sustainable burials. This conversation uncovers the creative ways people can honor their loved ones, weaving art and intention into their final wishes. Join us as we discuss green burials, human composting, and the importance of discussing death and legacy in a way that aligns with our values and leaves a positive impact on the environment.
Image captions:
-Cover of OUR LAST BEST ACT by Mallory McDuff
-Mallory's classes at Warren Wilson College often meet in the yard of her rental on campus. (courtesy of Warren Wilson College)
-Students in her Death, Dying, and Climate Justice course create art such as this quilted shroud, in addition to completing the paperwork for their final wishes.
-Another example of artwork created by students for their final exam.
-Mallory's parents, Ann and Larry McDuff, whose sudden deaths inspired her writings.
