About the Studio

I'm Marie — a digital artist and craft designer based in Stafford, UK. I run Motha & Maker as a hand-drawn art and design studio built on curiosity, playful experimentation, and intentional craft.

Every illustration I create is drawn by hand — line by line, detail by detail. No AI, no generators, no automated shortcuts. The process matters as much as the result: a stylus, a screen, and the patience to get it right. That commitment to hand-drawn craft is what makes the work feel alive.

My subjects follow my curiosity. Food and drink. Wildlife and nature. A recent series dedicated to the 2026 Winter Olympics, capturing the speed and raw determination of athletes on the world stage. I'm drawn to detail — the textures, light, and small moments that reward a closer look.

Away from the screen, I design and build with my Cricut — turning hand-drawn artwork into physical pieces and exploring new ways to bridge digital and tangible craft. The studio is where ideas become something you can see, hold, and use.

If you'd like to discuss a commission, collaborate, or simply say hello — get in touch. I'd love to hear from you.