Tristan Mausse (Fantastic Acid): Surfboard Art, Resin Craft & Creative Process | The Temple of Surf Podcast

Welcome to The Temple of Surf Podcast, where we explore the people, craft, and creativity that live at the core of surf culture. In this episode, we sit down with Tristan Mausse, also known as Fantastic Acid a surfboard artist and builder recognized for his distinctive resin work and expressive approach to surfboard design. Tristan's boards blur the line between function and art, using color, movement, and experimentation to turn surfboards into visual statements that are meant to be ridden, not just admired. This conversation dives into Tristan's creative journey, his relationship with surfboards as a medium, and how resin work became a form of personal expression. We talk about the process behind his boards, the influence of surfing on his art, and the balance between craftsmanship, freedom, and utility. Topics covered in this episode include: How Tristan began working with surfboards and resin The origins of the Fantastic Acid aesthetic Surfboards as functional art objects Creative freedom versus performance needs Life in the shaping bay and lessons learned through making This episode is for surfers, artists, builders, and anyone interested in the creative side of surf culture, where experimentation, individuality, and craftsmanship meet the ocean. Subscribe to The Temple of Surf Podcast for conversations with surfers, shapers, photographers, filmmakers, artists, and cultural voices from around the world. Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major audio platforms.   #TempleOfSurfPodcast, #TristanMausse, #FantasticAcid, #SurfboardArt, #ResinArt, #SurfboardDesign, #SurfCraftsmanship, #SurfCulture, #SurfArt, #HandBuiltSurfboards, #ShapersLife, #SurfPodcast, #OceanLife