Drawing on her background in illustration, Soeun Lee captures atmospheric work of sunny breakfasts and enjoyable studying spots in stained glass. A fried egg in a pan, an open guide left on a desk, or a full cup of espresso subsequent to a plate of toast recommend that somebody is close by, simply out of body.
“I play with issues that recommend a private presence, like an empty chair, a guide or a mug,” Lee tells Colossal. “I would like the viewer to have the ability to really feel the lingering traces of a dialog or thought that occurred moments earlier than.”
Nodding to the deep shadows of Edward Hopper's Chop Suey or Wayne Thiebaud's confectioneries, Lee's compositions draw on comparable themes and emphasize distinction to create the environment of every inside. “Lots of my items draw inspiration from traditional American crafts, which evoke a way of familiarity and heat for everybody,” she says, “whether or not they're newcomers or lifelong residents.”
The notion of consolation runs via a lot of Lee's work, significantly via the subtheme of meals. Stacks of pancakes or toast are lit by the morning solar via close by home windows, or an open fridge illuminates its contents. This play of sunshine continues via the medium itself, activated by the solar shining via the glass to shine vibrant colours.
“Lots of my designs solid lengthy shadows, evoking the time of day, whether or not it's early morning gentle or the nice and cozy glow of sundown,” she says. “I select colours to mirror that temper. The early morning evokes a way of hope and the promise of a brand new day, whereas the shadows of a sundown remind me to lie down, mirror and relaxation.”
Lee is at the moment engaged on new tracks, which she’s going to make obtainable on her web site. Comply with Instagram for updates.
