Art for Animals’ Sake and Why You’re Never Too Late to the Party with Louis Masai Artwork

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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 will include artists, authors, spiritual teachers, and guardians of the natural world. By listening to their stories, we will 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. This podcast will aim to create a framework to weave together various art forms, spiritual thought, and environmental conservation throughout the episodes. This will reveal universal themes that encourage self-growth, community empowerment, and environmental stewardship for those who feel called to take action on behalf of the planet. With your host Erin Haley

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Art for Animals’ Sake and Why You’re Never Too Late to the Party with Louis Masai

May 21, 2021 • Erin Haley • Season 2 • Episode 4

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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