Suzanne Sterling. San Francisco. CA. Singer + Ritualist + Co-Founder. Off The Mat, Into the World. I am inspired by mavericks and creative inventors, the continual search for deeper layers of truth, stellar colleagues and high quality playmates, spontaneous and/or skillfully crafted devotional moments, empowerment through conscious transformation, living fully and loving deeply, stepping out of the box and into the circle, life as art as life. Building ecstatic community in deep celebration and all the ways that we Sing Ourselves Awake! Suzanne’s unique singing + teaching style is a passionate and ecstatic journey into the heart of creativity, authentic connection with Source, and joyful service.
www.suzannesterling.com
Bentley Meeker. Lighting Artist + Owner. Bentley Meeker Lighting + Staging, Inc. I’m particularly inspired by the way people are attracted to light. There is something in light that sings to our soul. A new day, a beautiful sunset, or a stunning environment. I am a firm believer that our souls are made only of light, and through our soul’s connection with extraordinary outside light, we are awakened in a singular way. It is through that practice of bringing light that I know I bring my audiences closer to that light. To thinking about it. To feeling it. It is through that awareness that we ultimately become aware of our own souls, our purpose, our mission, for being on this earth. Bentley Meeker is a lighting artist, designer, and owner of Bentley Meeker Lighting and Staging, Inc. He is the author of Light X Design and lives in Spanish Harlem with his girlfriend Elena Brower and their two children.
www.bentleymeeker.com
Carla Swanson. Ubud. Bali. + San Francisco. CA. Yoga Entrepeneur + Humanitarian Inspired by experiencing other cultures, I strive to live outside my element in unfamiliar territory. Connecting with like-minded people and their passions. Creativity means more than art or interesting ideas; it is about purpose. People who live in service, channeling the source energy onto the planet through acts of love and meaningful purpose are the ultimate creators. I am passionate about what I do because it matters to my heart. My projects include: The Freedom School, an alternative, free school where educators, artists, and musicians are invited to stay in exchange for teaching and inspiring the children of Bali. Soulshine, created with Michael Franti, a yoga retreat center that holds space for teachers and yogis to deepen their practice and share the wisdom and love of yoga. Stay Human, a yoga-inspired clothing line where 10% of sales are donated to Bumi Sehat, a free, natural birthing clinic. Bumsies, a baby clothing line whose proceeds are donated to support the heroic efforts of Ibu Robin Lim, founder of Bumi Sehat.
www.villageabovetheclouds.com + www.soulshinebali.com + www.stayhumannow.com + www.bumsies.org
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