Press & Features
Press & Features
Lilgdolls and artist Monserrat Reyes (MsReyes Arte) have been recognized nationally for celebrating Chicano culture through hand-painted collectible art.
National Media Coverage
📰 Axios — August 2023
"Barbie gets a makeover from artist who adds tattoos, hoop earrings"
A national feature profiling Monserrat Reyes and her G Barbies — hand-painted Chicano collectibles starting at $250. The piece explores cultural representation, the impact of the Barbie movie on sales, and Monserrat's mission to show her community as they truly are.
"This is how we dress. This is us." — Monserrat Reyes
📰 Los Angeles Times — August 2023
"A tale of a Los Angeles puppet master"
Features the collaboration between Monserrat Reyes and celebrated LA puppet master Cain Carias, whose puppets El Triste and La Smiley were inspired by Lilgdolls. The piece highlights the cultural significance of representing LA communities and the connection to the broader Chicano art movement.
About the Artist
Monserrat Reyes, known as MsReyes Arte, is a Michoacán-born, Bakersfield-based artist who hand-paints one-of-a-kind collectible dolls celebrating Chicano culture. Each G Doll is meticulously crafted with hand-painted tattoos, custom styling, and authentic Chicano streetwear aesthetics.
For Press Inquiries
Are you a journalist, blogger, or content creator interested in covering Lilgdolls or MsReyes Arte? We'd love to connect.
Please reach out via our contact page and mention "Press Inquiry" in your message. We can provide:
- Artist biography and background
- High-resolution product images
- Artist photos
- Interview availability with Monserrat Reyes
- Information on upcoming collections and collaborations
Share Our Story
If you're writing about Chicano art, cultural representation, collectibles, or independent artists — we'd be honored to be part of your story.
Follow along on social media and tag us when you share: @msreyesarte