Nüart Gallery presents “The Flow of Calligraphic Contrasts,” a solo exhibition featuring new work by Hyunmee Lee. The exhibition will run July 26th through August 17th 2024 with an opening reception on Friday, July 26th, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm.
Hyunmee Lee, celebrated for her profound exploration of abstract shapes, calligraphy, and meditative gestures, presents her latest series in “The Flow of Calligraphic Contrasts.” This body of work continues Lee’s exploration of self-examination and personal identity through the integration of various calligraphic styles and techniques. Her new compositions juxtapose and interact, offering a dynamic and visually stimulating experience that invites viewers to engage in introspection and discovery.
With a career spanning nearly four decades, Lee has continuously evolved her artistic practice, drawing inspiration from Asian philosophies, particularly Taoism. Her signature use of black tones and textures creates a visual rhythm of soft and hard edges, guiding viewers into contemplative spaces where boundaries dissolve. This thematic exploration allows for deeper engagement with concepts of life, death, and the human spirit.
In her recent works, beginning in 2021, Lee has expanded her palette to include the vibrant hues inspired by the Korean camellia, Dongbaek. This shift marks a deliberate exploration of color alongside her traditional black brushstrokes, creating a rich tapestry that blends cultural heritage with contemporary techniques.
Hyunmee Lee, who immigrated to the United States in the late nineties, initially settled in Utah where she taught as a tenured professor at Utah Valley University. Her first solo show in America was at the Woodbury Art Museum in Orem, Utah. Her work has been exhibited at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum, the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, and the University of Missouri-Kansas City Gallery. Lee was honored with the Fellowship for Visual Arts Excellence by the Utah Division of Arts and Museums. She currently resides in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
