About Me

Crystal is a psychic medium. She is wearing a yellow indigenous made sweater.

Welcome to Melipona Collective, a space where culture, spirit, and intention come together.

Founded in 2022 by Crystal Castorena Ortiz, Melipona Collective is more than just an online store—it’s a way to honor identity, ancestry, and community through handmade adornments and spiritual offerings.

Every piece I create is deeply intentional, inspired by Mexican symbolism, spiritual connection, and personal empowerment. My hummingbird earrings honor resilience and the connection between worlds, while my rainbow butterfly earrings celebrate transformation and the beauty of living unapologetically as yourself. Whether you're drawn to jewelry for protection, remembrance, or self expression, my hope is that each piece becomes a meaningful part of your journey.

Meet the Creator

✨ Crystal Castorena Ortiz (she/her) is a Queer Mexicana artist, Psychic Medium, and Spiritual Facilitator based in San Diego, California. After spending nine years as a Special Education Educator, I stepped fully into my spiritual practice and artistic work in 2023, blending mediumship, tarot, energy work, and cultural storytelling into everything I create.

My work is rooted in ancestral reverence, intuitive connection, and community healing. Whether through a psychic reading, a handcrafted pair of earrings, or a gathering space for shared spiritual practice, my intention is always to create a sense of belonging and remembrance.

Stay Connected

🔮 Explore my offerings – Book a mediumship reading, tarot session, or energy healing on the Offerings Page.

🌿 Shop meaningful creations – Browse handcrafted earrings, decor, and sacred adornments at Melipona Collective.

📍 Join the community – Sign up for my email list to receive updates on vending events, community gatherings, workshops, and monthly collective card pulls & connections from Spirit.

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