Our Origin Story

This project was a lengthy journey. At about 43 I started having more anxiety than I ever knew - and weird irritability.... my husband suggested getting back to art as a therapeutic activity. I'd always tinkered, doodled, and dabbled.

It turned out that I could create abstract art. That people would buy!

Fast forward to 2025, and a friend shared a cute but kitchy birthday card that inspired me to look around in the market - and I saw an opportunity. All the things my girlfriends and I were saying could be found on coffee mugs and candles, but I didn't see quality items that would commemorate and make this rebellious time a luxury.

We deserve to have nice things. And celebrate ourselves. That is the genesis for Le Paused.

Being Le Paused

When someone receives a print, I let them know they've been Le Paused.

Le Paused is more than a fun piece of art; it’s an experience and an active reclamation of ourselves. To be “Le Paused” is to slam the brakes on the noise, embrace your wild side, and permit yourself to be wholly, unapologetically you. Each piece is a permission slip to go bold, be messy, laugh, kvetch, and say “enough” to what no longer serves us.

What, Why, How

What

We specialize in abstract, fine art prints that capture the beauty, complexity and sometimes insanity of this midlife journey. Meant to be a gift to yourself or a woman in your life that deserves moe.

Why

I create because it's in my DNA - I also believe art and comedy are a fantastic mix. They both have the power to pause time, allowing us to be in the present.

How

Some things are a mystery - including how the originals come to be. They just pour out. In terms of the sayings, they come from real conversations IRL and seen online.