Bio.

About

Cheri Regis (also known as Cher Bear and many other names) is a multimedia artist, designer, writer and entrepreneur living and working in historic downtown Parkville, Missouri, in Kansas City’s Northland region. She is the founder and creative director of her namesake Cheri Regis Works, a creative design studio and shop that specializes in contemporary modern art and heritage crafts for everyone of all ages.

A second generation toy designer, Cheri is known for her unique approach to soft toys, beloved by everyone. When she’s not behind the easel, her laptop or the sewing machine, Cheri enjoys reading (both print and digital), writing, going on long hikes and wreaking havoc (whenever and wherever she can).

Cheri’s resume can be accessed here.

CRW’s Philosophy

The Intersection of Creative Inquiry and Strategic Resilience

I believe that the most powerful narratives are found in the materials we often overlook in our lives. My studio practice is built and cultivated on the conviction that fine art and business are not opposing, disparate forces but rather a unified language for documenting the resilience and tenacity of the human spirit.

The Research-Led and Value Approach

My work is rooted in a philosophy of creative inquiry and investigation. Whether deconstructing existing materials for a series of works or analyzing market trends, I treat every project as a formal research case study. I don’t just create objects; I investigate the systems of business, labor, professional identity and personal evolution that continue to define our modern era.

Strategic Craftsmanship

With over 20 years of technical practice in painting, drawing, textiles and artisanal craft making, I leverage the hand of the artist to provide a human counter-narrative to a data-driven, mass produced, saturated world. By navigating and practicing the intersection of fine art and business, I bridge the gap between studio intuition and boardroom logic, acting as a “hybridge”.

Collaborative Partnership Over Mere Production

I don’t operate as a traditional retail entity. Rather, I function as a creative and innovation lab dedicated to real world, high-impact collaborations. My aim is to partner with clients and organizations who value authenticity, qualitative, substantial research and the transformative power of visual communication, all while having fun. Fueled by a lifetime of resilience and five years of founding, I’m a creative powerhouse whose business is to show the world that the people and things we think are stretched too thin are actually the strongest threads we have. If this sounds like you, let’s work together!