Paul Art Lee
American (Born in Korea, Seoul 1962)
Lives & works in Buena Park, CA 90621
Education
Chugye University for the Arts, B.A
Chong Shin University in USA, M.Div. /Th.M./ D. Min.
Artist
Author
Holy One Presbyterian Church in America Pastor
Holy One Mission President
Art teacher of Arnion Art
Artist Statement
Throughout my life, I have sought freedom and peace, which I found in art and the gospel of Jesus Christ. As an artist and pastor, I paint the beauty of God's creation through a renewed perspective.
My artwork often features small animals, butterflies, fruits, flowers, and water droplets - all of which I find in nature. While I sometimes paint from direct observation, I typically work from photographs that I’ve taken myself. The abstract elements in my work come from the joy and peace I find in the love and grace of God.
Most of my paintings are composed of two parts – the factual and the abstract – because I deeply perceive both the tangible world and the spiritual realm. I aim to convey God’s love and grace through my artwork. I hope you discover the glory of God and the feelings of love, freedom, peace, and joy that can help heal and restore your mind.
BIO
Born in Seoul, Korea in 1962 and now residing in Buena Park, CA, Lee's multifaceted career spans the roles of an artist, author, pastor, mission president, and art teacher. His extensive education from Chugye University for the Arts and Chong Shin University in the USA adds depth to his diverse body of work.
Lee’s "Light of Life" is a personal exploration of freedom and peace, found in art and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Reflecting his dual roles as artist and pastor, his paintings depict the beauty of God's creation, often featuring elements of nature such as animals, fruits, flowers, and water droplets. His work interweaves factual representation with abstract elements, embodying the love and grace of God, with the aim of healing and restoring the viewer’s mind.
EXHIBITION
Solo Exhibition
Light of Life. bG Gallery, 2023 CA. USA
The Love Story of The Cross, Arena1 Gallery. 2019. CA. USA
In God’s Love. Arena1 Gallery, 2018. CA. USA
God is Love. Park View Gallery, 2017. CA. USA
The Cross in Jesus Christ. Santa Monica Art Studio: Hangar Gallery, 2017. CA. USA
Freedom in the Soul Fallen Asleep. Chun Cheon Art Gallery, 1995. South Korea
Breakaway from Freedom. Gallery Yeh Yang, 1992. SOUTH KOREA
Life from Freedom. Nau Gallery, 1991. South Korea
Invitational Exhibition
Past and Future, AJL Art Gallery, 2023. CA. USA
Spectrum Gestalt 2023 bG Gallery. 2023. CA. USA
Jewelry Box of my Heart. Park View Gallery, 2017. CA. USA
Dream of Life. AndrewShire Gallery, 2010. CA. USA
Unknown. Bergamot Station: Sarah Lee Gallery, 2009. CA. USA
Group Exhibition
2nd Contemporary Art in Realism. 3 Square Gallery. 2023. CO. USA
2nd Salon at the Triton 2023. Triton Museum. CA. USA
6th Color 2023. 3 Square Gallery. 2023. CO. USA
Father and Son. George Billis Gallery. 2019. CA. USA
The Fruit of the Light. Park View Gallery, 2017. CA. USA
Christian Autumn Exhibition. Ever Art Gallery, 2012. CA. USA
The King Has Come. Ever Art Gallery, 2012.CA. USA
Emotion & Expression. Bergamot Station: Sarah Lee Gallery, 2009. CA. USA
Association of Christian Artists. Modern Art Gallery, 2009. CA. USA
Nat’l Museum of Modern and Contemp. Art, 1995 South Korea
Exhibition of Korean Fine Art Association. Nat’l Museum of Modern and Contemp. Art, 1994 South Korea
Groping for Form and Abstract. Gallery Yehyang, 1992 South Korea
Some Messages 10 Artists Saw on an Autumn Day. Cheongnam Gallery, 1991 South Korea
Unfolding Images. Gallery Doll, 1991 South Korea
Infinite 190-1. Kwanhoon Gallery, 1991 South Korea
The Gray Zone. Samjung Gallery, 1991 South Korea
’91 Proliferation of Consciousness. Kyung-in Museum of Fine Art, 1991. South Korea
Four Generations. Arab Gallery, 1986 Dongduk Gallery & Kwanhoon Gallery, 1987. Sign Gallery in Busan, 1988. Baegak Gallery, 1989. South Korea
Exhibition of Independants. Nat’l Museum of Modern and Contemp. Art, 1986 South Korea
Expression Gurimmadang Min, 1986 Na Gallery, 1989 Kwanhoon Gallery, 1991 South Korea
Blue Flag. Hangang Museum of Art, 1985 South Korea
Exhibition of Two Artists. Seok Gallery, 1984 South Korea
Awards & Achievements
2nd Contemporary Art in Realism, 3 Square Art, Honorable Mentions, 2023. OC. USA
6th Color Exhibition, 3 Square Art, Honorable Mention. 2023. OC. USA
2nd Misulsegye Grand Exhibition Kyung-in Museum of Fine Art, 1991. South Korea
2nd Seoul International Art Festival Special Recognition, Sejong Center, 1984. South Korea
13th Gusangjeon Contest Exhibit Arts Council Korea, 1984. South Korea
Miscellaneous
Prelude to Freedom and Peace Performance at Ui-dong Valley, 1986 Winter Daeseong-ri 101 Artists Exhibition Installation Art at Daeseong-ri Field, 1986. South Korea
Publications
God is Love. 2017. CA. USA
Art show & Fair
Beverly Hill Art Show. 2023. CA. USA
LA Art Show. LA Convention Center. 2023. CA. USA