Lee Sang-kwon

Biography

Lee Sang-kwon is a distinguished contemporary artist based in South Korea, renowned for his evocative paintings that capture the essence of nature and human presence within it. His work often revolves around recurring themes such as ‘The Old Garden’, ‘Finding a Hidden Path’, and ‘The Flowing Water’, reflecting a deep philosophical engagement with the passage of time and the emotional weight of memory.

Lee’s artistic language is characterized by a sensitive use of color and a masterful control of composition, which together create a sense of nostalgia and serenity. His paintings are not mere representations of landscapes but are rather atmospheric explorations of the ‘in-between’ spaces—the thresholds where history, nature, and personal reflection meet.

Celebrating the quiet rhythms of the natural world, Lee Sang-kwon invites the audience to slow down and rediscover the beauty in the ordinary and the profound in the simple.

Exhibition History

Lee Sang-kwon has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions across South Korea and internationally. His works have been recognized for their unique ability to bridge traditional sensibilities with a modern aesthetic, and they are held in several significant private and public collections.

Selected Works

• Finding a Hidden Path 6 (숨은 길 찾기 6)
• Journey 2 (여행길 2)
• The Old Garden 2 (오래된 정원 2)
• Flowing Water (흐르는 물)
• People Walking 1 (걷는 사람들 1)