DIY Artist | Crossline Theatre

Welcome to our blog about theatre making, creativity, and the artist's lifestyle.

Here you will find inspiration and useful additions to your artist toolkit, including tidbits of wisdom we have learned working as freelance artists and some wonderful interviews with other inspiring creatives.

We hope you enjoy reading these articles as much as we enjoy writing them.

Jan 17, 20221 min read

You're Cool as Hell

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Aug 26, 20213 min read

Never forget to breathe.

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Aug 23, 20211 min read

Just do you

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Aug 19, 20212 min read

Don't give up, you still have time

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Aug 12, 20211 min read

Hey you, I love you.

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Aug 11, 20213 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Gina Ruysen

Our Creativity Spotlight series features advice on artistic practice, inspiration, and a glimpse into the worlds of artists working in a...

Aug 5, 20212 min read

Enjoy the party!

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Aug 4, 20212 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Kara Chamberlain

Our Creativity Spotlight series features advice on artistic practice, inspiration, and a glimpse into the worlds of artists working in a...

Jul 29, 20212 min read

Dearest Vanoushka...

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Jul 28, 20214 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Jordan Daley

Our Creativity Spotlight series features advice on artistic practice, inspiration, and a glimpse into the worlds of artists working in a...

Jul 22, 20212 min read

Dear 13-Year-Old Kara...

Our Letters to My Younger Self series features letters from people around the world dedicated to their younger selves. Read on for...

Aug 28, 20203 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Jessie Baek

Meet Jessie Baek, an actor, performer, and theatre maker who is passionate about diversity and tackling stereotypes in her work.

Aug 12, 20205 min read

How to Start Applying for Funding

Everybody take a deep breath, we are going to talk about funding....

Aug 7, 20203 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Seka Owen

Seka Owen is an abstract artist, born in Croatia and now based in Canada. Her works have been exhibited around the world.

Jul 24, 20202 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Mariana Aristizábal

Mariana Aristizábal is a Colombian performer, director and theatre maker living in London, UK.

Jul 17, 20203 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Cinthia Lilen

Cinthia Lilen is an Argentinian theatre maker and drag performer based in London.

Jul 6, 20205 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Paula Varjack

Paula Varjack is a multi-disciplinary artist creating work in theatre, performance, video, and participation.

Jul 1, 20204 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Marina Georgia

Marina Georgia is a Canadian make-up artist who launched her own business, Marina Georgia Makeup, in 2019.

Jun 24, 20204 min read

How I'm Staying Creative in Lockdown

Here are a few things that help re-ignite my creativity after lockdown left me feeling uninspired.

Jun 17, 20203 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Clara Maria Rose

Clara is a German actress and creative based in London. She recently branched out into screenwriting and producing.

Jun 10, 20205 min read

The Artist's Identity: How to Let Go

A dark exploration into what it means to strongly identify as an 'artist'

May 27, 20204 min read

4 Simple Steps to Diversify Your Skills

Here is a guide to starting your journey to knowing a little bit about a lot of stuff.

May 20, 20203 min read

Creativity Spotlight: Oriane Pick

Oriane Pick is a multi-talented French actress and producer, working in film and TV. She recently produced and starred in "Call It A Day".

May 13, 20205 min read

Should Theatre Go On Hiatus?

While theatres are closed and artists are dealing with the aftermath of losing their income, how can we make the most of this hiatus?