Jung A Lee 

Lee Jung A adeptly captures ephemeral forms that arise in dreams and daily life, delving into their meanings and bringing them to visual life through her art. Amidst the pandemic, she engaged in profound introspection about her inner fears, leading to fascinating insights. Paradoxically, these internalized fears spurred contemplation on the nature of interpersonal and societal interactions. In her work, she portrays herself as an ant exploring the various chambers of an anthill, concurrently embodying personal reflections on societal issues such as discrimination and structural injustices. Her works are distinguished by sinuous, climbing stems, representing the relentless vitality and dynamism emanating from the curves crafted by nature. The artist shows a particular affinity for wax pastels in her creative process. This dry medium is apt for drawing lines that are both unrestrained and confident. Additionally, it allows for the swift capture and expression of transient emotions and impressions on the canvas, resulting in spontaneous and vibrant works.

During the pandemic, I delved into psychology, particularly the emotions of fear and anxiety, questioning their origins and reasons. This inquiry led me to write an autobiographical novel titled 'Anthill' as my final dissertation. 'Anthill' metaphorically represents my exploration of mind, consciousness, and subconscious. It also serves as a visual background depicting different perspectives of various scholars in segmented spaces. 

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“My work, like the autobiographical novel 'Anthill,' is overflowing with numerous symbols. The crucial aspect is that various elements are not distinctly separated as subjects or objects, but rather, they influence and intertwine with each other.”