Jay Lee

My Future, My Current, and My Past

Acrylic, oil pastel on canvas and fabric

“Jacaranda blooms in CDMX when cherry blossoms bloom in Seoul, Korea. It’s a juxtaposition of my past and the current. We need to celebrate our past selves to be present and move forward. Our memories may fade over time and become fractions of images as if old paint on a wall peels off; our bodies and spirits remember who we are and who we are becoming.”

— Jay Lee

About the artist

Jay Lee

South Korean

Jay Lee is a nomadic artist born in Seoul, South Korea, who, through her art, opens the door to looking into herself. Her practice starts with exploring different materials and generating a body of work where concepts such as dreams and emotions are intertwined with nature, landscape, and the spontaneity of forms to narrate her journey of self-discovery. Her understanding of space and her use and choice of materials connect with her personal exploration.