Earth-based creativity

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Wild clay, textured earthen artwork on canvas by The Earthen Explorer
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Natural building often feels overwhelming and out of reach…

“I  Wouldn't  even  know  where  to  begin”

We’re here to make it simple, creative, and hands-on

The Earthen Explorer shares approachable techniques, ideas, and resources that reconnect you to nature and empower you to create with the earth beneath your feet. Whether you’re curious about natural building, earthen art, or slow, nature-based creativity, this is a space to explore, learn, and play.

Wild clay, textured earthen artwork on canvas by The Earthen Explorer
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values

  • Connection

    Building together and with nature creates deeper connections ~ with oneself, others, and the earth.

    We believe in the power of collective knowledge and shared experiences in creating sustainable and healthy spaces.

  • Symbol of empowerment through hands-on learning and sustainable materials, to lift people up so they can bloom and feel confident

    Empowerment

    Everyone has the ability to create their own art and shelter.

    We provide the knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to build beautiful, sustainable homes ~ or natural art with your own hands.

  • Symbol of natural creativity inspired by earth, clay, and regenerative design. Playful and in perfect harmony

    Creativity

    Natural building is an art form.

    We encourage innovative designs, artistic expression, and creative problem-solving in every project ~ whilst inspiring you to tap into your imagination and artistic flair.

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Meet

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I’m Laura ~ a learner, maker, and lover of all things nature

I believe everyone deserves access to safe, healthy, nature-connected spaces. My work focuses on simple, hands-on skills that spark curiosity, creativity, and a connection to place.

My journey began after graduating with a Master of Architecture, specialising in Sustainability ~ this is where I first discovered natural building, a spark that grew after a formative trip to Africa. Since then, I began working as a disaster recovery researcher, completed a construction course, and joined many natural building workshops, exploring how people build and connect to their environments.

Now, I’m diving deeper into wild clay experiments and small earthen projects, letting curiosity guide the process. I’m learning more about myself, too, following intuition, embracing imperfection, and letting this project evolve naturally.

This space is still unfolding, just like the buildings and relationships shaped from the ground up.

If you would like to follow along, connect with me on social media or join the mailing list below.

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Survey Results

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We attempted to understand the challenges of Natural Building, specifically in Australia, with 50 responses across the country from the perspective of clients, professionals, students, and those curious but yet to try.

download coming soon…

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Leaf symbol represents nature, living materials, and connection
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our journey

  • Laura on a hempcrete building site. Beautiful natural layers are visible in the final finish of the wall.
  • Laura is jumping in the air from a green safari vehicle after exploring.
  • Laura with 3 other female natural builders, smiling together in a earth building conference, with tools and supplies in the background.
  • Laura on hempcrete building site getting hands on
  • Laura, collecting red clay out in nature in Australian bush