Beyond the Designs
There is more to MONOLISA than handbags and jewelry. Through personal stories and videos, I share the experiences that have shaped my life, creativity, and journey as a California artist and handmade business owner.
From health challenges and cancer survivorship to my late diagnoses of autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, these stories offer a look beyond the finished designs and into the person behind them.
Personal Stories from Artist Lisa Ramos
In these personal videos, I share the experiences behind my creative journey—including my late diagnoses of autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, navigating serious health challenges, and adapting both my life and handmade business along the way.
My differences have shaped the way I create, solve problems, and experience the world. By sharing these personal stories, I hope to offer understanding, encouragement, and connection to anyone navigating their own unique journey.
Read the full story: Why I Always Felt Different—My Late Diagnosis of Autism, ADHD & Dyslexia ➔
Stories About Creativity, Health, and Life
Explore personal reflections and videos about:
- Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and late diagnosis
- How neurodivergence shapes my creativity
- Health challenges, healing, and adapting to change
- Cancer survivorship and personal resilience
- Life as an artist and handmade business owner
- Building MONOLISA while navigating unexpected changes
When the Gut Takes Over: My Digestive Health Journey
This personal story follows one of the most difficult chapters of my life after COVID. I share how severe digestive issues, pelvic floor dysfunction, and unexpected health changes affected both my daily life and my handmade business.
From preparing every meal at home to traveling with a cooler full of carefully planned food, this video offers an honest look at adapting to a new way of living while continuing to create, travel, and share my work at art shows throughout California.
Read the full story: When the Gut Takes Over—My Digestive Health Journey ➔
