MLAK

About the Artist

MLAK (Karlee-Anne Louise Mackie) is a Byron Bay artist known for bold, expressive works filled with colour, energy and personality.

Creative from a young age, she has always used painting and imagery as a way to express herself, building a practice shaped by instinct, curiosity and confidence. Her work feels dynamic, feminine and a little cheeky, often combining symbolism with a strong sense of emotion and play.

As Australia’s first female professional free surfer turned artist, MLAK’s creative path has been shaped by travel, surf culture and visual storytelling.

Time spent surfing around the world exposed her to different places, people and ideas, which continue to influence her work. Her approach to painting is organic and intuitive, allowing each piece to respond to its surface, setting and mood.

MLAK works across canvas, surfboards and creative collaborations, with a style that translates naturally between fine art, design and brand projects.

Over the years, she has collaborated with international surf and lifestyle brands while continuing to develop a visual style that is distinctly her own. Whether working on a small piece or a larger commission, her art carries a strong sense of character — expressive, layered and full of life.