In this episode of Swell Season Surf Radio’s Art and Design series, hosts Chris Labzda and Chris Coffin welcome special guest, Em Joseph, a former student of Chris Coffin and now a distinguished artist and educator. The episode dives into Em’s journey from student to accomplished artist, her impactful projects like the ‘Cedar Exodus’ at the New Museum, and the profound influence of surfing on her life and creative practice.
She discusses her roots, passion for surfing, and how she balances her life in New York between teaching and surfing. She shares her insights into teaching philosophy at Parsons, her involvement in the Surfers in Solidarity group, and an intriguing film project combining surfing and vampire lore. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that intertwines the passion for surfing with art, activism, and personal growth.
For more information on Em Joseph’s artwork go to: https://www.emjoseph.com/Or follow her on Instagram at @em_joseph
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Music:
Artist:Eddie Veder
Song: Society
Album: Into The Wild Soundtrack
00:00 Welcome Back to Swell Season Surf Radio
01:38 Reconnecting with a Former Student
04:28 The Journey to Surfing and Personal Growth
11:41 The New Museum Exhibition and Lebanese Cedar Project
27:49 Teaching Sustainable Systems at Parsons
44:40 Spirituality and Surfing
45:49 Surfers in Solidarity
50:21 Filmmaking and Surfing
58:52 Vampires and Surfing
01:06:15 The Healing Power of Surfing
01:19:04 Rapid Fire Questions
01:23:45 Upcoming Projects and Conclusion

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