about the artist: mona lee

Mona Lee is a multi-disciplinary creative, empowerment coach, and mother on a mission to help others reclaim their voice through art, story, and self-expression.

Blending creativity, courage, and connection, Mona builds spaces — both virtual and in-person — where artists, mothers, and makers feel seen, heard, and empowered to create freely. From her intuitive storytelling workshops to her community-rooted creative studio, she turns raw experiences into art that heals, provokes, and inspires.

Known for her unapologetic creativity and real-world approach to empowerment, Mona merges motherhood with artistry, proving you don’t have to choose between passion and purpose — you get to live both fully.

Press

CanvasRebel Magazine Interview:

https://canvasrebel.com/meet-mona-lee-ray/

Women We’ve Been Waiting For | YouTube Video Interview with Alix Lebec:

https://youtu.be/e4wr66Jyglg?feature=shared

Finding Her Courage Podcast Episode:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0BLpeNuTxCNaGkYAmPxkGi?si=78_TPsuYQKmQzdXUID8Xbw

gallery of works

writing / illustrated covers

A colorful illustrated book cover showing a person sitting on a rock overlooking a scenic view with a vibrant sky. The person is wearing a hoodie and holding their head, with music notes around them. A drink and a book are beside them. The background includes a lamppost, palm tree, and a building labeled 'The Fisherman's Wharf.' The title 'Norah Wolfe Has Gone Insane' is prominently displayed at the top, with 'by Mona Ray' at the bottom.

music visuals / film direction / movement

competing/teaching/dancing

film & photography

Performance artist covered in paint dancing in front of abstract paintings in a gallery, with paint-covered papers on the floor.

Person in black "muse" shirt standing with hands in pockets in front of a pink house and parked white car.

Person with short hair and freckles looking upwards, wearing a black outfit, against a purple and white background.

Two women wearing illuminated outfits with glowing LED lights inside a dimly lit room with purple lighting.

Chef leaning on counter in restaurant kitchen with stacks of plates.

Woman in denim jacket with "SR" patch and "I Love New York" pin, wearing a black choker and a watch, posing indoors.

Silhouette of a couple embracing at night with city buildings in the background.

Two people standing close under warm orange lighting, with a neon sign partially visible in the background.

Person in blue hoodie sitting on a bench outside a food market at night.

Person wearing round sunglasses and a hoodie with 'muse' printed on it, leaning against a yellow bus.

art & design

Person in a white T-shirt with "Art Saves Lives" text, standing by a glass block wall, wearing sunglasses and showing arm tattoos.

Person wearing a gray hoodie with artistic design on the back, featuring a face with a traditional Japanese demon mask and floral elements.

Woman holding a painting with a sunset and portrait, wearing a floral dress, standing against a brick wall.

Person wearing a denim jacket with artistic design, sitting on a rock overlooking a river at sunset.

A T-shirt with graphic print hanging on a rack, with a Guy Fawkes mask in the background, against a brick wall.

Hand holding a phone case with abstract face designs in blue and purple shades, in front of a wall with string lights.

Denim jacket featuring painted anime character with pink hair and headphones, holding a video game controller. The background includes geometric shapes and Japanese text in a speech bubble.

book me for creative collaboration

Have a creative project in mind? I’d love to be part of it.

Whether it’s a music video, film production, live event, or something uniquely yours—I'm open to opportunities to model, act, or collaborate. If you think I’d be a good fit for your vision, please leave your inquiry here, and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. I’m always excited to connect and create something meaningful together.

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