EarthRising Podcast
EarthRising is a podcast about connecting to our planet through the arts, spirituality, and conservation. We will explore how to be in greater connection with the natural world in order to benefit our mental and emotional well being. Show guests include conservationists, artists and spiritual thinkers from around the world. By listening to their stories, we learn how they honor the environment through their insights, service and actions. In turn, we may gain insights about how to be better stewards of the earth. With your host Erin Haley
EarthRising Podcast
Art for Animals’ Sake and Why You’re Never Too Late to the Party with Louis Masai
We first heard about artist Louis Masai during Season 1, Episode 4 of EarthRising when I interviewed Julia and Cheli of Conservation Optimism and their collaboration with him for a commission of 6 large scale murals of endangered species at ZSL London Zoo. They highlighted his art when speaking of the important role that art may play in shedding light on issues surrounding conservation.
In this episode, I explore the topic of art's impact on conservation with Louis directly. He shares his journey as an artist and views about how art can motivate and inspire us to deepen our learning and be more engaged with animal rights and environmental justice issues.
I encourage you to check out Louis's art referenced throughout the episode on his website or on Instagram.
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Louis Masai
Beautiful Losers: Contemporary Art and Street Culture