Monument - Campbells Soup, Kyuhak Lee's signature hand-cut styrofoam wrapped with painted mixed media
Kyuhak Lee
Monument - Campbells soup
Hand-cut styrofoam covered with Korean hanji, newspapers and magazines painted with acrylic paint on board
26 3/8 x 36 1/4 in
67 x 92 cm
67 x 92 cm
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Through the awe-inspiring mastery of Kyuhak Lee's distinct mixed media technique, he unveils his true talent in art. With Polystyrene or Styrofoam strips as his building blocks, Lee skillfully wraps them with magazine and newspaper, and adorns them with hanji, a traditional Korean paper. Through his unconventional approach and use of everyday materials, Lee's art becomes a thought-provoking social commentary on the delicate balance between contemporary society and its ties to tradition and lineage.
Kyuhak Lee's artwork is a true masterpiece of mixed media, showcasing his unparalleled talent and mastery. With a unique approach, Lee uses polystyrene or styrofoam strips as his building blocks, expertly wrapping them with magazine and newspaper, and adorning them with hanji, a traditional Korean paper. Through this unconventional technique and use of everyday materials, Lee's art transcends boundaries, offering a thought-provoking social commentary on the delicate balance between contemporary society and its ties to tradition and lineage.
Lee's art is a testament to his innovative approach and artistic vision. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail in his artworks are awe-inspiring, drawing viewers into a world of mesmerizing textures, intricate layers, and profound symbolism. The combination of polystyrene or styrofoam, magazine and newspaper, and hanji paper creates a striking visual contrast that captivates the senses and sparks contemplation.
Lee's art is a testament to his innovative approach and artistic vision. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail in his artworks are awe-inspiring, drawing viewers into a world of mesmerizing textures, intricate layers, and profound symbolism. The combination of polystyrene or styrofoam, magazine and newspaper, and hanji paper creates a striking visual contrast that captivates the senses and sparks contemplation.