Artist Statement:‘’Ask for the grace to let God
continue to sculpt or paint me
in different images. Those images
[good and bad] make up a collection
that becomes a masterpiece.
Once I am finished & framed,
the complete painting will be hung on heaven’s walls.”
Melissa J. Regas…
… was born and raised in San Diego CA and graduatedfrom CalArts in 2001with a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts.
Despite dealing with chronic pain and other physical challenges,
Melissa finds peace within her paintings and poetry.
She has been part of several exhibitions and been a guest speaker/artist in Kentucky,
New York, Michigan and California. Melissa captivates her audiences with her
exuberance, passion, vulnerability, humor and honesty. Her art and poetry
speak to the hearts of audiences of all ages because it is so pure. Each piece or poem
represents her journey with God… a lesson learned, a prayer spoken, a tear wiped,
true joy lived, hope reborn and a faith evolving.
Qualifications:
Professional Fine Artist: main medium Acrylics. Writer, Poet and
advocate for Artists with Disabilities. Public Speaker.
Education:
California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts Valencia, CA
Continued Training: San Diego Institute of the Arts, Photoshop Workshops and Art Seminar.
Experience:
Where would you
like to go next?
Poetry Book
Thank you
for taking the time
to view my
creative world.
Hope you enjoyed
the adventure
Come back anytime!