Crisalida
School of Visual Narratives
Creativity, image, and storytelling — for those seeking self-knowledge and authentic expression.
what is crisalida?
Crisalida is a school of visual narratives dedicated to co-creation, development, and the teaching of storycraft — where you are the protagonist.
Telling stories is a way to give meaning to our existence, to express ourselves, and to connect with the world. We are all creative, and art has the power to provoke deep reflection, strengthen identities, and spark transformation.
Here, creativity is not just technique — it’s process, discovery, and a way of looking at yourself and others with more depth.
why crisalida?
At Crisálida, creativity is a deep dive. We explore art, narrative, imagery, and self-knowledge, with a mindful approach to creative references, experimentation, diversity, and the philosophy behind the act of creating.
In our weekly newsletter Creative Wednesdays, we guide you through a creative cycle that transforms inspiration into action. On other days, we keep digging deeper — questioning, discovering, expanding. Because storytelling is a way to understand the world — and, most of all, yourself.
If you want to create more authentically and meaningfully, this space is for you.
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our mission
Crisalida is that moment before the flight. The pause and introspection necessary for the metamorphosis to begin.
We help people in creative transition develop their voice, self-confidence, and trust in their process — respecting their individuality and expanding their creative toolkit.
Here, we co-create a safe and nurturing space to experiment, fail, learn, and grow. The focus is always on you. Because finding your voice strengthens you, connects you to others, and helps you feel a sense of belonging.
our values
🌍 Equity & diversity — We represent and promote different voices and perspectives.
🦋 Individuality & freedom — Every creative journey is unique. We honor your pace and your process.
💬 Nonviolent communication & active voice — We foster a safe space for honest exchange and mutual growth.
👩🎨 Accessibility — Small groups, adaptive learning, and real, human connection.
who is crisalida for?
Our community is made of people in creative transition — exploring, experimenting, and growing. If you see yourself in any of these, Crisalida is for you:
💡 Creatives in transition — Shifting careers, starting to go pro, or seeking new paths within their art.
🎨 Creative explorers — No matter the medium — image, text, performance — what matters is the will to develop your own voice.
📚 Active learners — Seeking more than pre-recorded content; you want real feedback, meaningful exchange, and practical challenges.
🔍 Creative solitaires — Working alone but longing for a community that gets you.
🚀 Growth-driven — Ready to invest time, energy, and money to strengthen your creativity and expressive abilities.
💬 Connectors — Looking to do more than consume content. You want to share, collaborate, and grow alongside others.
creative wednesdays - our weekly newsletter
✨ Creativity has cycles. Every Wednesday, we guide you through them.
Creative Wednesdays is our newsletter on Substack — a space to explore creativity deeply and authentically.
Each edition follows a creative cycle with five phases to help you expand your references, discover new forms of expression, and transform ideas into something tangible:
1️⃣ The Egg – Where everything is possible. Inspiration and references to open new paths.
2️⃣ The Caterpillar – Grounding and roots. Mindfulness and presence as creative fuel.
3️⃣ The Cocoon – Introspection and reflection. The phase of diving deep and creating meaning.
4️⃣ The Metamorphosis – Transformation. Experimentation, remixing, and new possibilities.
5️⃣ The Butterfly – Action and realization. The phase to materialize and share.
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