Art That Brings You Back — And Makes You Feel
Thanks for stopping by! I’m Mae, also known as Em.Aye.Ee, and I’m an artist who’s been creating for as long as I can remember. Life’s always revolved around art and my imagination — from my self-taught fine art background to a fashion degree and even seven years as a tattoo artist. But after becoming a stay-at-home mom, I found myself stepping away from the things I was expected to create and started painting for me.
What’s changed? Well, I’m no longer painting cannabis art (although it saved my sanity for years), and I’ve stepped into painting nostalgic 90s-inspired pieces. It's a little bit of that “remember when?” feeling, mixed with pure joy, color, and fun — no weed involved (unless you’re into that, no judgment). I want to paint memories and moments that make people smile, laugh, or feel something — anything.
For a long time, I hid behind my work because I was afraid of what people would think. I mean, who wouldn’t be? But I’m done holding back. I paint because it makes me happy, and I’m here to share that joy with you.
I’m not out to “make it big,” I’m just here to share what I create and hope it resonates. I want to show my son that with a little hard work (and a lot of laughs), you can make your dreams happen — even if that means selling a few paintings along the way.
Thanks for being here and checking out my art. I hope it brings some color and lightness to your day — and maybe even a little nostalgia.
With love,
Mae
