JASON H. Lee

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Jason H. Lee (b. 1978, Korea) is a New York-based mixed-media artist. Born in Masan, a small city in South Korea, he spent his childhood roaming the country’s mountains and fields. He earned a BFA in 2006 from Hongik University in Printmaking, where he learned specific printmaking techniques that inform his work today. As a young artist, he never took to the “deepness” and “cerebral complexities” of the artworks he saw in galleries, and instead gravitated towards an art that was more approachable and accessible. The goal of his work today is to present various perspectives within a simple narrative context.

He uses curious and uncharacteristic materials in the creation of his works such as water, fire, matches, trash, recycled goods and hair. His experimental approach to art comes from his experience working with eyewear brand Gentle Monster, producing visuals for Kimmy J’s presentation at New York and Seoul Fashion Week, and working as Art Director for brands like FCMM. His work has been exhibited in galleries and art fairs in New York City and internationally.