DemianMakasiini ContemporaryTurku, Finland
Lee’s new exhibition, Demian, at Makasiini Contemporary marks the artist’s first solo exhibition in Europe. The title of the exhibition refers to the novel written by Hermann Hesse, which is about navigating oneself in the world that is believed to consist of two different kinds— the good and the evil. However, ultimately through the novel, the protagonist realizes it is their own perception, likewise their illusion of the world. Lee relates the idea in the book to the gray areas in our reality which has always been her interest, and mentions that certain social circumstances such as polarization in Korea especially in her generation, is one of the factors that influenced her paintings, as well as her genuine curiosity and admiration in how each one has their own universe of values. Lee’s works invite the viewer to contemplate one’s own values regarding, but not limited to, womanhood and female desire, as can be seen in certain paintings that involve female bodies.
Sodales: Malesuada
Nulla: Sapien
Proin: Dignissim