Le Merde is Seattle, Washington-based husband and wife duo Mike and Michelle Kelly. Mike, who is from Tucson, Arizona and Michelle, a native Seattlite, have been working together since they met in London in 2000. Their work ranges from paintings and sculpture to hand-cast toys, plushies and tote bags. They draw inspiration from all walks of pop-culture, including heavy metal music and 1970s cartoon characters. More of their work can be seen at www.lemerde.com.