Finding Pixel Dust
by E.H. de la Espriella
In this inspiring blend of memoir and creative guide, E.H. de la Espriella traces his decades-long journey in graphic design and creative leadership, including his transformative career at Disney. He shares the moments of reinvention, loss, mentorship, and discovery that shaped his path, offering an honest look at the realities of creative life, such as rejection, impostor syndrome, toxic bosses, and the courage required to begin again. The book culminates in The Creative Spark Principles, a collection of timeless insights on purpose, integrity, and generosity that help artists build meaningful, sustainable careers. A powerful companion for creatives at any stage, this is a story about finding your path, honoring your voice, and lifting others as you rise.
What readers are saying
“A rousing memoir and career guide that blends heart and practicality - an inspiring journey from Disney artist to creative leader.”
— Booklife Reviews
“Packed with practical tips and heartfelt lessons, Finding Pixel Dust feels remarkably genuine.”
— Booksterr
“Finding Pixel Dust is inspiring without being preachy, practical without being boring, and deeply personal in a way that stays with you long after the last page.”
— TheBookAddict25
“A fast-paced, engaging read … He paints a picture of his own life that’s so vivid that readers will find it easy to place oneself in his shoes and feel that they, too, can get through the tough stuff and achieve success.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“A unique combination of memoir and professional guide… inspiring and fascinating.”
— The BookLife Prize
More books by E.H. de la Espriella
En Busca del Destello Creativo
Historias y Reflexiones para construir una Carrera en el Mundo del Diseño con Propósito
En esta inspiradora combinación de memorias y guía creativa, E. H. de la Espriella recorre su trayectoria de varias décadas en el diseño gráfico y el liderazgo creativo, incluida su destacada y transformadora carrera en Disney. Comparte los momentos de reinvención, pérdida, mentoría y descubrimiento que definieron su camino, y ofrece una mirada sincera a las realidades de la vida creativa, entre ellas el rechazo, el síndrome del impostor, los entornos laborales tóxicos y el valor necesario para comenzar de nuevo. El libro culmina con los Principios de la Chispa Creativa, una colección de enseñanzas atemporales sobre propósito, integridad y generosidad que les permiten a los artistas construir carreras significativas y sostenibles. Es un valioso acompañante para profesionales creativos en cualquier etapa de su desarrollo, y una obra que invita a encontrar su propio rumbo, a honrar su voz y abrir espacio para otros en el camino.
Sun Night
Sun Night is a poignant memoir that follows two brothers growing up in 1976 Panama as they navigate the moments that would forever change their young lives. Sebastian and Santiago share an unbreakable bond, relying on their love and vivid imaginations to make sense of a world marked by hardship and uncertainty.
Through the stories they tell each other at night, the brothers transform their reality into a realm of color, wonder, and possibility. Inspired by the vibrancy of Panamanian city life, the countryside, and the sea, their shared imagination becomes both refuge and revelation, a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the enduring power of brotherhood.