This video piece focuses on surfboard designer, Eric Arakawa’s early inspiration’s into the shaping business and how he keeps the cycle going through mentoring the next generation of craftsmen. I have personally had Eric shape me 3 different custom boards and every time I have been shocked at how truly “custom” they are. Eric himself actually takes the time to call me every time to talk about what I am looking for, what kind of waves I surf, ect. A conversation can go a lot further than just filling out a form and that’s the level of intimacy you get when dealing with Eric.
A goofy-footed graphic designer who hails from the first state, Delaware. After attending Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL then graduating from SCAD in Savannah, GA with a BFA in Graphic Design and Illustration, Matt moved to NYC and found work as a freelance designer and art director. In 2006 he moved west to Venice, CA where he co-founded ITAL/C Studio and now resides a bit further north in Oxnard.
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