RAE'D, a self-taught surrealistic artist hailing from Southern California, captivates viewers with emotionally evocative artworks. Drawing on synesthesia, RAE'D employs mixed mediums on canvas, wood, paper, and various unconventional surfaces. RAE'D's creations, inspired by family, friends, music, environment, literature, poetry, dreams, and personal encounters, manifest a rich tapestry of emotions. While some pieces may seem dark, each canvas reveals a unique blend of vibrancy, rawness, and happiness that resonates deep within the heart.