Wood & Waves with Jeff Beck of Nine Lights Surfboards

Join us at Mars Built Studio for an intimate evening with master surf board shaper Jeff Beck, founder of Nine Lights Surfboards. ​Jeff’s work isn’t just about making surfboards; it’s about crafting with intent. In a world dominated by mass-produced, disposable gear, Jeff shapes heirloom wooden boards designed to deepen a surfer’s connection to the wave. Every line carved and every grain aligned in his workshop serves a single purpose: amplifying pure joy on the water. ​In this live podcast recording and studio session, Jeff will pull back the curtain on his workshop philosophy—exploring how raw inspiration evolves into functional art, how natural materials influence the ride, and what it truly means to run a studio dedicated to the art of the craft. ​What to Expect: ​Inspiration & Intent: How early ideas, wave dynamics, and material selection shape the soul of each board before a tool ever touches wood. ​The Stoke Factor: Designing specifically for user experience, feel, and the sensory joy of riding a handcrafted wooden board. ​Workshop Philosophy: Balancing patience, hand-tool feedback, and the rhythm of running a solo artisan studio. ​Live Podcast Recording & Q&A: An open conversation on shop philosophy, independent studio economics, and building heirloom-quality objects in a disposable market. ​Open Studio & Gallery: Explore the Mars Built AE Residency Gallery, Wood Shop, and Music Studio.