Jay Lee

I am a nomadic, visual artist from Seoul, South Korea, deeply engaged in the exploration of reflective and prospective nostalgia, alongside the essence of nomadism. My art is a perpetual journey of self-discovery, weaving together dreams and emotions with the landscapes I traverse. Each city, with its unique tempo, and the serene expanses I've resided, serve as the backdrop for my creative exploration, fostering a dialogue between my past and present.

Art for me is a sanctuary. It’s where the pulse of diverse environments and the passage of time at each location informs my work, helping me reconcile with my emotions and reconfigure the tapestry of my life. My experiences, especially those shaped by early motherhood and stepping away from conventional societal expectations, are viewed through my courage and entrepreneurial spirit. This perspective encourages me to embrace change and the opportunities it brings, liberating me from the constraints of guilt and fear.

In my artistic practice, the selection of materials is often a serendipitous process, influenced by the places I dwell in and the people I meet there. This approach allows me to utilize various materials that not only carry meanings pertinent to my current location but also forge connections to my previous ones. This method is an integral part of my nomadic ethos, reflecting a journey that transcends physical spaces to delve into a profound exploration of reflective and prospective nostalgia for the myriad places I've called home, both real and imagined.

My work celebrates the fluid dynamics of human connections and the cycles of nature, symbolizing life’s interconnectedness and the ongoing process of renewal. Guided by imagination, playfulness, and a relentless spirit of experimentation, my artistic process stands as a testament to art's transformative power. In my universe, art bridges memory and possibility, reflecting the myriad hues of my nomadic soul across past, present, and future.

Through my art, I extend an invitation to embark on a journey that goes beyond the confines of a nomadic lifestyle, venturing into the inner terrains of belonging, identity, and the yearning for a home that transcends geography. This path, paved with reflective and prospective nostalgia, is a pursuit to decipher the complex mosaic of my identity, perpetually molded by motion and change.