Colorado Springs, CO
(b. 1988, Michigan)

Chelsea Tarnas is a multimedia artist whose work spans beaded jewelry, painting, mono printing, collage, and beyond. Cha Cha Shop is the vessel through which she shares these creations, each piece deeply inspired by a search for novelty and nostalgia. Whether working with beads, paint, or mixed media, Chelsea crafts with a blend of vibrant memories and whatever materials spark her imagination.

With over a decade of experience as a professional art handler and restorer, Chelsea has had intimate exposure to world-class art collections. Her background in fine art, art history, and political science—along with a mentorship under renowned gallerist Max Protetch—has shaped her artistic perspective. She holds a BA in Studio Art from Hope College and an MBA in Sustainable Systems and Entrepreneurship from Presidio Graduate School, where she explored the  intersection of art and business.

Each piece from Cha Cha Shop carries her signature mix of craftsmanship, storytelling, and a love for materials that make the ordinary extraordinary. Her beaded jewelry is all one of a kind or small batch.