Testimonials
Space Saloon (USA), Artist
“Creative Migration is a great organization doing important arts and cultural development work in both Bangkok and Los Angeles. This combination brings new fresh voices to each city and compelling programming which challenges how arts organizations can work with local urban communities. I particularly think the artist in residence, which supports mothers and disadvantaged women is an important resource for working artists. We have collaborated with Creative Migration in many projects and have always enjoyed their professionalism and dedication.”
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Gianmaria Socci (Italy), Artist
“We had the pleasure to collaborate with Creative Migration for a series of art and design projects in Bangkok and Los Angeles, ranging from live performance, to installations and relational art. Creative Migration has proved to be a professional and reliable partner, leveraging connections to local communities as well as to the art world while flawlessly managing and coordinating the events. We are looking forward to work with them again.“
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Debra Scacco (USA), Artist & Advisory Board Member
“Creative Migration is a visionary organization that harnesses the power of art in an interconnected world. With a focus on social practice, the work of Creative Migration builds long-term relationships that foster community impact far beyond the life of the project. Their interdisciplinary approach addresses systemic change. From examining urban planning to creating opportunities for communities to break bread, their projects are engaging, thoughtful and impactful.”
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Vyshnavi Koppolu (USA), Intern
“I interned with Creative Migration for 3 months, and I loved every aspect of my experience working there. Creative Migration has a brilliant and unique mission for a great cause that opened me to a completely new world that intersected between the arts and non-profits; I gained so much insight in different ways on how to run a non-profit organization at an international level . I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to attend and participate in exciting events as well as connect with various people from across the globe. Susannah and Jasmin are amazing, inspiring, and such humble people to work with - I couldn't have asked for better mentors! Will truly cherish this experience as it helped me grow both professionally and personally.“
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Sean Young (USA), Intern
“As an intern at CM, I could not have had a better experience. I was a remote worker, but Susannah was accommodating and made me feel inclusive despite not being able to work in person at her flagship Bangkok 1899! She provided immense opportunities for me to network at her home base in LA, and made her work accessible to all. She is passionate about her work along with everyone else involved with her projects. CM is driven, innovative, and forward-looking in every aspect. Not only did I learn new skills, but I learned to look at art with an international and environment friendly lens, which is something I will take with me in every creative endeavor I take.”
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Tomas Martinez (USA), Intern
“Having volunteered with Creative Migration and Bangkok 1899, it is plain to see how their blending of art, environmentalism, and social impact coalesce in a meaningful way for the Thai community. From exhibitions that partner with locals to waste reduction measures to mitigate ecological impact, this organization practices what it preaches.“
Kingston Trinder (New Zealand & UK), Writer
“Creative Migration's intelligent, empathetic, innovative, and deeply-engaged director, Susannah Tantemsapya has leant enormous insight, creative insight, and enviable expertise to several projects I have had the privilege to collaborate with her upon. Between independent film projects, artistic residencies, public art installations and business consultancy, Susannah's extensive experience within the cultural sector, her empathy with multiple stakeholders, and her visionary direction of creative projects within and beyond Creative Migration, all ensure her work, and that of Creative Migration, continues to catalyse and sustain, transformative cross-cultural, transnational initiatives, dialogues, and collaborations. Realising innovative creative visions from inception, production and execution, Susannah remains a contemplative, accessible collaborator, one I cannot more emphatically recommend, both personally and professionally.“
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Samuel Rubin (USA), Board Member
“Creative Migration is building bridges at the intersection of sustainability and the arts, inspiring a new generation of creators with its focus on transmedia and elevating excluded voices in the Global South. I have deep respect and admiration for their work and ongoing commitment to create hubs and residencies for underserved communities.
As a young impact producer myself, I am personally inspired by Susannah's work and I can't wait to continue collaborating with her network of amazing creators and frontline activists.”
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Don Guarnieri (USA), Board Member
“I met Susannah of Creative Migration at a presentation several years ago and was immediately intrigued with her approach to present and producing art and shepherding artists toward their goals. I joined as an advisor and eventually became a board member because I believe in the importance of the CM mission. CM’s mission is global and forward reaching. It’s entrepreneurial approach is essential for artists trying to navigate the world as it is and will be. CM has consistently challenged the status quo and found innovative solutions to new issues. Breaking new ground is not just a phrase for CM. It’s the core mission of the organization.”
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Jing Deng (China), Former Board Member
"I've been working with Creative Migration since its early days, and it's been not only a rewarding period but also an enriching learning and exploration experience that I've rarely encountered in other fields. Working for a non-profit in California, especially during financially challenging times, presents its own set of challenges. However, to the surprise of many, we often discover entrepreneurship, energy, and optimism within the CM organization and among its partners and friends. This optimism isn't blind; it's based on my observations over the years. People involved with CM have a clear understanding of its mission and the direction the projects will take: self-discovery, innovation, fun, reflection – all the inspiring and enlightening (sometimes sharp) aspects one should and can find in both the arts and life, despite various external difficulties. I must admit that this has personally motivated me, leading me to become a part of its future growth."
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Francisco López (Spain), Composer and Audio Artist
“During 2022 and 2023 I had the immense pleasure to develop a large-scale project in Thailand following an invitation from Susannah Tantemsapya, head of Creative Migration. This complex project entailed extensive field work in several National Parks of Thailand to carry out a plethora of environmental sound recordings, which were subsequently used for the creation of a sound piece and immersive live performance, to be presented to the public at Bangkok 1899. From beginning to end, the development of this project –which also had the fruitful and generous collaboration of the Spanish Embassy in Thailand– was a fabulous experience thanks to the steering, generosity and enthusiasm of Susannah and all her crew of volunteers, assistants and collaborators. This was particularly awesome with the local collaborators working at Bangkok 1899 and Na Cafe. I only have sincere words of acknowledgment and appreciation for Creative Migration. The five stars of this review are truly deserved!”
“Creative Migration's intelligent, empathetic, innovative, and deeply-engaged director, Susannah Tantemsapya has leant enormous insight, creative insight, and enviable expertise to several projects I have had the privilege to collaborate with her upon. Between independent film projects, artistic residencies, public art installations and business consultancy, Susannah's extensive experience within the cultural sector, her empathy with multiple stakeholders, and her visionary direction of creative projects within and beyond Creative Migration, all ensure her work, and that of Creative Migration, continues to catalyse and sustain, transformative cross-cultural, transnational initiatives, dialogues, and collaborations. Realising innovative creative visions from inception, production and execution, Susannah remains a contemplative, accessible collaborator, one I cannot more emphatically recommend, both personally and professionally.“
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Samuel Rubin (USA), Board Member
“Creative Migration is building bridges at the intersection of sustainability and the arts, inspiring a new generation of creators with its focus on transmedia and elevating excluded voices in the Global South. I have deep respect and admiration for their work and ongoing commitment to create hubs and residencies for underserved communities.
As a young impact producer myself, I am personally inspired by Susannah's work and I can't wait to continue collaborating with her network of amazing creators and frontline activists.”
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Don Guarnieri (USA), Board Member
“I met Susannah of Creative Migration at a presentation several years ago and was immediately intrigued with her approach to present and producing art and shepherding artists toward their goals. I joined as an advisor and eventually became a board member because I believe in the importance of the CM mission. CM’s mission is global and forward reaching. It’s entrepreneurial approach is essential for artists trying to navigate the world as it is and will be. CM has consistently challenged the status quo and found innovative solutions to new issues. Breaking new ground is not just a phrase for CM. It’s the core mission of the organization.”
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Jing Deng (China), Former Board Member
"I've been working with Creative Migration since its early days, and it's been not only a rewarding period but also an enriching learning and exploration experience that I've rarely encountered in other fields. Working for a non-profit in California, especially during financially challenging times, presents its own set of challenges. However, to the surprise of many, we often discover entrepreneurship, energy, and optimism within the CM organization and among its partners and friends. This optimism isn't blind; it's based on my observations over the years. People involved with CM have a clear understanding of its mission and the direction the projects will take: self-discovery, innovation, fun, reflection – all the inspiring and enlightening (sometimes sharp) aspects one should and can find in both the arts and life, despite various external difficulties. I must admit that this has personally motivated me, leading me to become a part of its future growth."
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Francisco López (Spain), Composer and Audio Artist
“During 2022 and 2023 I had the immense pleasure to develop a large-scale project in Thailand following an invitation from Susannah Tantemsapya, head of Creative Migration. This complex project entailed extensive field work in several National Parks of Thailand to carry out a plethora of environmental sound recordings, which were subsequently used for the creation of a sound piece and immersive live performance, to be presented to the public at Bangkok 1899. From beginning to end, the development of this project –which also had the fruitful and generous collaboration of the Spanish Embassy in Thailand– was a fabulous experience thanks to the steering, generosity and enthusiasm of Susannah and all her crew of volunteers, assistants and collaborators. This was particularly awesome with the local collaborators working at Bangkok 1899 and Na Cafe. I only have sincere words of acknowledgment and appreciation for Creative Migration. The five stars of this review are truly deserved!”
