AMANDA KELLY ESPIRITU’S DEBUT BOOK (JANUARY 2021)
Amanda’s debut book Creative Surrender: Embracing Artivism, Global Collaboration, & Celebration is now available! Snag a signed copy for you and one for your loved ones below!
Creative Surrender: Embracing Artivism, Global Collaboration, & Celebration | 12.01.20 | Cover designed by Amanda Kelly Espiritu
WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR?
For anyone who’s ever felt stuck in a rut.
For anyone who’s ever felt lonely and unsure of their place in their family, their friend group, and longed for community.
For anyone who hasn’t been sure how to get out of bed some mornings and just needed to be a burrito blanket.
For anyone who’s thought to themselves, “It’s too late.”
BECAUSE A WHOLE LOT CAN HAPPEN IN JUST A YEAR…
From connecting creatives and entrepreneurs around the world, to dancing in a red panda onesie at sunrise in Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay and dousing Dubai in confetti, Amanda Kelly Espiritu’s debut book stands testament to a life lived in full color.
The Founder of Creative Surrender Studios, she loves to play in the intersection of art, adventure, and advocacy. She’s a dreamer who sparks people’s curiosity and passion to create, celebrate, and collaborate together. From bespoke retreats, to global benefit festivals, to short films, and wearable art, Amanda boldly empowers others through her vulnerability and creativity.
Photos taken by Jelena Aleksich, Founder of The Confetti Project | TCP Studio in Brooklyn, New York
YOU'RE INVITED TO DROP YOUR MASK...
To dive headfirst into Creative Surrender: Embracing Artivism, Global Collaboration and reflect on your own journey so far.
To take dance breaks, be a burrito blanket, and call a friend to tell them you love them.
To wield creativity, connection, and celebration to transform the world.
FROM DANCING AROUND SINGAPORE AT 6.30AM IN A RED PANDA ONESIE IN 90+ DEGREE FAHRENHEIT...
TO GATHERING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO TALK AND SING THROUGH WHAT'S CHALLENGING THEM, NO MATTER HOW SELF-CONSCIOUS WE MAY ALL FEEL...
YOU'RE INVITED TO KEEP MOVING FORWARD...
To boldly step into your own power and take charge of your own story and discover What and Who makes you excited to get out of bed every morning.
To celebrate the dark moments and constant battles with mental health, anxiety, and fear as much as you celebrate the joyful moments full of laughter, hugs, high fives, and "Congratulations!"
To be inspired. And find your own moments of Creative Surrender.
FROM HOSTING GATHERINGS TO NOURISH HEARTS & SOULS ALL OVER NYC & ABROAD...
Photos taken by Amanda Kelly Espiritu & Sri Thayi | February 2019 | Creative Surrender: Passion Sprints in Brooklyn, NYC
TO DEEP TALKS AROUND THE WORLD ABOUT HOW ART & CULTURE WILL GRACE THE HALLS OF MUSEUMS AND LIBRARIES FOR DECADES TO COME...
Creative Surrender: Creativity & Culture Roundtable | June 2020 | Photo taken by CSS Team on ZOOM
THANK YOU FOR WANTING TO READ THE STORY SO FAR!
I'm grateful you're choosing to let our stories weave together, creating something bold and new.
I'm grateful to be surrounded by some kick ass supernovas like Yuko Kudo who remind each me to: "Be generous with sharing your greatness, instead of bring an undercover rockstar. I'd love to see you shine." When you've got creative friends like that to celebrate your wins, big and small, it remind you there's nothing you can't tackle together. That the best dreams to chase after are ones you can't accomplish on your own. I'm aiming to sell 1,000 copies of this book, so if you feel called to share the book with a friend any and all help would be super appreciated!
Whether we've known each other for years, a handful of moments, or we haven't had the pleasure of crossing paths yet, I love you oodles and oodles. More than all the stars in the sky, and fish in the sea. To infinity, and beyond!
Let's go beyond brilliant, together!
AMANDA KELLY ESPIRITU
HP Crew, Sunday Boat Party | March 2020 | Photo taken by Jack Smith in Floripa, Brazil