creative process

What unfiltered creative process really looks like!

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ReginaCreates™ branding over a collage showing an unfiltered creative process: a YouTube screenshot of Regina painting a pendant, bead boxes and supplies spread across a bed, a close-up of a messy workbench with paints and brushes, and multiple shots of the finished hand-painted pendants.

In a world of filtered perfection, I’m pulling back the curtain on my “tired hot mess” reality. From a bedroom studio that doubles as a disaster zone to the physical grit of 12-hour workdays, this is the unfiltered truth of my creative process. Join me for a look at the “radical honesty” behind ReginaCreates™—and why the woman reclaiming her life at 56 is exactly who I want you to see. Today it is all about unfiltered creative process and beyond… Click featured image to read more!

My Artisan Studio Upgrade:The Truth About the Dreaded Behind-the-Scenes.

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Digital art of an artisan studio desk with bead embroidery, shipping labels, and a calendar circled for an April 8th birthday. Not my actual Artisan Studio.

Transitioning from an 8/10 to a 10/10 artisan studio isn’t just about better beads and gold-filled findings; it’s about the messy, behind-the-scenes truth. As I hit my 56th birthday, I’m pulling back the curtain on the “studio shuffle”—from AI-generated dreams to the gritty reality of SEO, trademarking, and leveling up my creative world.

An artistic expression of what my depression looks like.

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Artistic expression of what depression feels like to Regina L of Reginacreates.com

An artistic expression of depression reveals a unique perspective on this often-misunderstood experience. While many portray it in shades of gray and black, my journey is vibrant, representing the struggle within. I’ve learned to recognize the signs and take action before it spirals out of control. From venting to creating art, I’ve developed strategies to combat the heaviness. Join me in sharing insights and encouraging others to find their paths to hope and healing. Your story matters.

Art that tells a story Beyond the Brush: My Journey with Mixed Media Storytelling

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A mystical watercolor painting by Regina features a serene face in profile against a vibrant purple background. The artwork includes a central lamp-like vessel adorned with colorful hearts and flowing metallic gold-toned accents

Among many things, I am a Storyteller at heart. Everything that I create has a story behind it. Regardless if it is a piece of hand-crafted jewelry, a crochet product, or, as in this case, mixed media art. To me, the story behind the art, regardless of the method you use, is what gives it … Read more