LEE HYUN-JOUNG SOUTH-KOREA, b. 1972

Biography

A JOURNEY THROUGH MEMORY AND TIME

Born in 1972 in Seoul, South Korea, Lee Hyun Joung is an artist whose work explores memory, spirituality, and the passage of time. Her works, which she calls "paths," are more than just lines; they represent lived moments, both past and present, inviting viewers into a deeply introspective experience.

After studying Fine Arts at Sejong University in Seoul, Lee Hyun Joung moved to Paris to train in goldsmithing, a craft that deeply influences her artistic approach. This dual heritage shapes her unique artistic language, seamlessly merging Korean traditions with contemporary aesthetics. She works with traditional Korean materials, including Hanji paper and black ink (Muk), creating reliefs that add depth and texture to her compositions. Her experience in jewelry-making is reflected in the meticulous details of some of her works.

 

For over twenty years, Lee Hyun Joung has exhibited across Europe, South Korea, and China, participating in numerous solo and group exhibitions. In 2017, she was awarded the Taylor Prize at Art Capital in the Grand Palais in Paris, recognizing her talent and contribution to the art world. Her works have been showcased in prestigious venues, including the Taylor Foundation in Paris, Galerie Plexus in Montreux, and The Columns Gallery in Seoul. In 2024, she was honored with the "Ridge Lines" exhibition at Galerie Sept in Brussels, celebrating six years of collaboration between the artist and the gallery.

 

Lee Hyun Joung’s creative process is deeply meditative. Often working on the floor, she lets the natural relief of Hanji paper emerge, guiding her brush to create linear patterns that either accentuate or obscure these reliefs. Each line reflects a day or a moment lived, and the perception of her work depends on the viewer's inner world and imagination, making every encounter with her art a unique and evolving experience.

 

Beyond her exhibitions, Lee Hyun Joung has participated in international art fairs, including Asia Now Art Fair in Paris and Art Busan in South Korea. Her works are also part of private collections, including the Cernuschi Museum in Paris since December 2024. Her commitment to art, combined with her ability to merge traditional techniques with a contemporary vision, makes her a key figure in today’s contemporary art scene.

Works
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Chemin Bleu
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Chemin Bleu
    130 x 100 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Chemin Bleu - Artist Personal Collection
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Chemin Bleu - Artist Personal Collection
    100 x 70 x 3 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Chemin Bleu 150 x 50 cm
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Chemin Bleu 150 x 50 cm
    150 x 50 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Chemin Contemplation
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Chemin Contemplation
    90 x 60 x 3 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Chemin Infini Green
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Chemin Infini Green
    130 x 90 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Chemins de Vie 1
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Chemins de Vie 1
    150 x 50 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Chemins de Vie 2
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Chemins de Vie 2
    150 x 50 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Collision - Art On Paper
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Collision - Art On Paper
    65 x 93 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Collision - Art On Paper
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Collision - Art On Paper
    100 x 65 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Collission - 2024
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Collission - 2024
    100 x 130 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation
    50 x 80 x 3 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation
    147 × 90 × 3.5 CM
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation - Art On Paper
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation - Art On Paper
    160 x 130 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation 1 2023
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation 1 2023
    130 x 100 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation 2 2023
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation 2 2023
    130 x 100 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation 2024
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation 2024
    195 x 130 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation Gris
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation Gris
    100 x 130 x 4 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation Triptyque - Art On Paper
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation Triptyque - Art On Paper
    162 x 100 x 3.5 cm (Triptyque)
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Contemplation Vert
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Contemplation Vert
    80 x 147 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Grand Chemin
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Grand Chemin
    160 × 120 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Grand Contemplation
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Grand Contemplation
    120 x 160 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, La Beauté de la Nostalgie
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    La Beauté de la Nostalgie
    117 x 160 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, La Beauté de la Nostalgie
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    La Beauté de la Nostalgie
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Les Chemins - Art On Paper
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Les Chemins - Art On Paper
    117 x 74 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Les Chemins 2023
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Les Chemins 2023
    150 x 50 x 4 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Les Failles
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Les Failles
    117 x 74 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Les Failles - Art On Paper
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Les Failles - Art On Paper
    150 x 50 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Les Failles - Art On Paper
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Les Failles - Art On Paper
    130 x 162 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Memoire du Vent
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Memoire du Vent
    160 x 115 x 4 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Memoire du vent
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Memoire du vent
    97 x 147 x 3,5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Memoire du vent
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Memoire du vent
    130 x 195 x 3,5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Memoire du vent
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Memoire du vent
    195 x 130 x 3,5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Memoire du vent
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Memoire du vent
    130 x 100 x 3,5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Path
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Path
    117 x 80 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Silence
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Silence
    100 x 130 x 3.5 cm
  • Lee Hyun-Joung, Symphonie en Trois Mouvements
    Lee Hyun-Joung
    Symphonie en Trois Mouvements
    340 x 100 cm - Tryptique
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