So Youn Lee is a Korean artist based in LA who has had solo exhibitions in New York City, Seoul, and Manila. Drawing from pop culture, current events, childhood nostalgia, and existentialism to build a world of transcendent connection, her work has garnered her a large international following, and led to collaborations with companies like Samsung and Netflix.
A Korean artist based in LA, So Youn Lee's work draws inspiration from the fantasy worlds of her childhood imagination to create ethereal works infused with emotion.
A Dreamscape of Emotion and Connection
"I have a fantasy world which mirrors the real world but is a better version—a world where not only humans but other organisms can communicate with each other. I wanted to create something that belongs to myself but also other people can easily connect with."
The Story of Mango
"I started drawing this funky-looking, big-eyed figure over and over, and found it eerily enchanting. In my work, Mango represents human beings as a species, exploring metaphysical concepts of our lives beyond boundaries and limitations that block us."