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- A Song for Me II
Korean born Charles Lee is a diverse multi talented artist with a capability of creating many different types of art from pencil drawn portraits to tranquil pointed landscapes and arresting abstracts. His most recent compositions are paintings with a raised richly-textured finish that utilize mixed media. They are compelling combination of traditional and neo classic. In the execution of his designs Lee embraces oils, watercolors and acrylics.
Working on canvas and paper, Lee reveals a knowledge and fascination with Roman, Greek and Egyptian architecture, as well as the human female form. Figures of traditional women are often time set against neo-classical backdrops such as palaces or mansions. Columns are another element used frequently as this craftsman calls to mind memorable periods in ancient history.
It was in high school that he received his first honor in art creativity: a gold medal in an international competition. He went on to graduate from a university where he majored in art and had his first personal show at the age of twenty three. Shortly after, in the 1970’s, Lee exhibited in the Hong Kong and Tokyo Group shows. The middle to latter part of the same decade brought Lee wider acclaim when he presented his second one man show and had his works displayed at the Tae Yoon and Man Kang galleries in Seoul, Subsequently, during the 1980’s, while employed at the Gaius Art Studio, many of his works were exported to America.
Prior to coming to America, Lee taught his techniques in Korea. Lee arrived in the United States in the onset of the 1990’s and worked with a Miami wholesaler of fine art. Today Lee shows his true talent and true versatility as an artist. His art reflects his uncompromising high standards. He now resides in Florida with his wife and two children.
A Song for Me II 2007 48" x 30"
Acrylic painting on canvas. Signed in pigment.
Working on canvas and paper, Lee reveals a knowledge and fascination with Roman, Greek and Egyptian architecture, as well as the human female form. Figures of traditional women are often time set against neo-classical backdrops such as palaces or mansions. Columns are another element used frequently as this craftsman calls to mind memorable periods in ancient history.
It was in high school that he received his first honor in art creativity: a gold medal in an international competition. He went on to graduate from a university where he majored in art and had his first personal show at the age of twenty three. Shortly after, in the 1970’s, Lee exhibited in the Hong Kong and Tokyo Group shows. The middle to latter part of the same decade brought Lee wider acclaim when he presented his second one man show and had his works displayed at the Tae Yoon and Man Kang galleries in Seoul, Subsequently, during the 1980’s, while employed at the Gaius Art Studio, many of his works were exported to America.
Prior to coming to America, Lee taught his techniques in Korea. Lee arrived in the United States in the onset of the 1990’s and worked with a Miami wholesaler of fine art. Today Lee shows his true talent and true versatility as an artist. His art reflects his uncompromising high standards. He now resides in Florida with his wife and two children.
A Song for Me II 2007 48" x 30"
Acrylic painting on canvas. Signed in pigment.
- PUREGALLERY.NET
Pure Gallery carries a wide selection of regional, national and international artists' work for sale. Our extraordinary artists have won many awards and are highly collectible. We strive to bring you only the highest quality of original artwork from contemporary artists that can be found anywhere.
If you are just beginning your collection, we will get you started with high quality yet affordable pieces. All budgets are respected and we do have payment plans. We will work with you to find the perfect selection ~ the one that hits 'JUST THE RIGHT NOTE'!
- PUREGALLERY.NET
If you are just beginning your collection, we will get you started with high quality yet affordable pieces. All budgets are respected and we do have payment plans. We will work with you to find the perfect selection ~ the one that hits 'JUST THE RIGHT NOTE'!
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- In the early 1990
"Once, while listening to my mother plays the violin, I dreamt of becoming a Musician, like her. Since I was young there has always been art and music in my home and in my life because my wife is also a painter and my daughter a cellist. Even today when I am painting I always listen to music and the rhythm and melody come through in the finished work."
Charles Lee, working under the artist name “Charles” began showing an affinity for art in 1955 at the young age of seven. Encouraged by his mother, he demonstrated an adept skill in drawing and watercolor and decided to focus on art in High School in his hometown of Seoul, Korea. It was at this school that Charles received his first honor, a gold medal in international painting competition. Majoring in art in college, Charles had his first one-man-show at the age of 23 and later began exhibiting in Hong Kong and Tokyo. In the late 1970’s and 80’s, Charles Lee taught and exhibited his work extensively in Paris, Sidney and throughout Asia.
In the early 1990’s, collectors in the United Stated were introduced to Charles when he moved to Florida to make his new home. Attending art fairs and offering paintings to a few gallery owners was the beginning of a new career. These paintings quickly became sought after by regional galleries and were added to many private and corporate collections from Miami and Orlando to Atlanta and New York.
His most recent compositions include painting with a raised, richly textured finish that utilizes a mixed media format. They are compelling combination of both traditional and contemporary elements. Drawing from his knowledge of great maters like Cezanne and Van Gogh, Charles show great attention to detail in the “human element”, creating his own theater of characters. Embracing a bright and eye-catching palette, which sometimes includes gold foil. He demonstrates his keen sense of color, and a high energy level. In spite of such vibrant imagery, Charles’ subjects are poised and observant leaving the viewer with a sense of jubilance and buoyancy.
b . 1948 -
Charles Lee, working under the artist name “Charles” began showing an affinity for art in 1955 at the young age of seven. Encouraged by his mother, he demonstrated an adept skill in drawing and watercolor and decided to focus on art in High School in his hometown of Seoul, Korea. It was at this school that Charles received his first honor, a gold medal in international painting competition. Majoring in art in college, Charles had his first one-man-show at the age of 23 and later began exhibiting in Hong Kong and Tokyo. In the late 1970’s and 80’s, Charles Lee taught and exhibited his work extensively in Paris, Sidney and throughout Asia.
In the early 1990’s, collectors in the United Stated were introduced to Charles when he moved to Florida to make his new home. Attending art fairs and offering paintings to a few gallery owners was the beginning of a new career. These paintings quickly became sought after by regional galleries and were added to many private and corporate collections from Miami and Orlando to Atlanta and New York.
His most recent compositions include painting with a raised, richly textured finish that utilizes a mixed media format. They are compelling combination of both traditional and contemporary elements. Drawing from his knowledge of great maters like Cezanne and Van Gogh, Charles show great attention to detail in the “human element”, creating his own theater of characters. Embracing a bright and eye-catching palette, which sometimes includes gold foil. He demonstrates his keen sense of color, and a high energy level. In spite of such vibrant imagery, Charles’ subjects are poised and observant leaving the viewer with a sense of jubilance and buoyancy.
b . 1948 -
- BIOGRAPHY
Charles Lee, born in Korea in 1948, began to show an affinity for art at the young age of seven.
In order to hone his skills he attended middle and high school in his hometown of Seoul. It was in high school that he received his first honor as an artist: a gold medal in an international art competition.
Lee went on to graduate from college, where he majored in art and had his first personal show at the age of 23. Shortly after, in the 1970s, Lee exhibited in the Hong Kong and Tokyo group shows. The middle to latter part of the same decade brought Lee wider acclaim when he presented his second one man show and had his works displayed at the Tae Yoon and Man Kang galleries in Seoul. Subsequently, during the 1980s, while employed at the Gaius Art Studio, many of his works were exported to America.
Prior to coming to America, Lee taught his techniques in Korea. Lee arrived in the United States in the onset of the 1990s and worked with a Miami wholesaler of fine art.
Charles Lee incorporates a range of style, which is well-received by collectors as it is very contemporary and pleasing to the eye. He works in two distinct styles, one which incorporates a naive approach and the other which is more representational and romantic in tone.
Lee is a diverse multi talented artist with a capability of creating many different types of art, from pencil-drawn portraits to tranquil painted landscapes and arresting abstracts. His most recent compositions are paintings with a raised richly-textured finish that utilize mixed media. They are a compelling combination of traditional and neo-classic.
In the execution of his designs Lee embraces oils, watercolors and acrylics. He also has a penchant for a bright and eye-catching palette (including gold foil), that demonstrates his keen sense of color; yet is spite of such vibrant imagery he presents his subjects in a calm, reflective and almost ethereal way.
Working on canvas and paper, Lee reveals a knowledge and fascination with Roman, Greek and Egyptian architecture, as well as the human female form. Figures of traditional women are often time set against neo-classical backdrops such as palaces or mansions. Columns are another element used frequently as Lee calls to mind memorable periods in ancient history.
"I want people to be there....to be inside of this period in time...inside those beautiful buildings," he said.
Every one of his paintings is rich in the details that have become lost in much of today's art. Perhaps it is his background with the works of the great masters, Michelangelo, Renoir, Cezanne, Van Gogh and Da Vinci, that has contributed to his meticulous attention to detail.
Today Lee shows his true talent and true versatility as an artist. His art reflects his uncompromising high standards. He now reside in Florida with is wife and two children.
Cover : Wine and Roses Sunset, 2006, 18"x14" Hand-embellished giclee in color on canvas. Signed in pigment
Lee went on to graduate from college, where he majored in art and had his first personal show at the age of 23. Shortly after, in the 1970s, Lee exhibited in the Hong Kong and Tokyo group shows. The middle to latter part of the same decade brought Lee wider acclaim when he presented his second one man show and had his works displayed at the Tae Yoon and Man Kang galleries in Seoul. Subsequently, during the 1980s, while employed at the Gaius Art Studio, many of his works were exported to America.
Prior to coming to America, Lee taught his techniques in Korea. Lee arrived in the United States in the onset of the 1990s and worked with a Miami wholesaler of fine art.
Charles Lee incorporates a range of style, which is well-received by collectors as it is very contemporary and pleasing to the eye. He works in two distinct styles, one which incorporates a naive approach and the other which is more representational and romantic in tone.
Lee is a diverse multi talented artist with a capability of creating many different types of art, from pencil-drawn portraits to tranquil painted landscapes and arresting abstracts. His most recent compositions are paintings with a raised richly-textured finish that utilize mixed media. They are a compelling combination of traditional and neo-classic.
In the execution of his designs Lee embraces oils, watercolors and acrylics. He also has a penchant for a bright and eye-catching palette (including gold foil), that demonstrates his keen sense of color; yet is spite of such vibrant imagery he presents his subjects in a calm, reflective and almost ethereal way.
Working on canvas and paper, Lee reveals a knowledge and fascination with Roman, Greek and Egyptian architecture, as well as the human female form. Figures of traditional women are often time set against neo-classical backdrops such as palaces or mansions. Columns are another element used frequently as Lee calls to mind memorable periods in ancient history.
"I want people to be there....to be inside of this period in time...inside those beautiful buildings," he said.
Every one of his paintings is rich in the details that have become lost in much of today's art. Perhaps it is his background with the works of the great masters, Michelangelo, Renoir, Cezanne, Van Gogh and Da Vinci, that has contributed to his meticulous attention to detail.
Today Lee shows his true talent and true versatility as an artist. His art reflects his uncompromising high standards. He now reside in Florida with is wife and two children.
Cover : Wine and Roses Sunset, 2006, 18"x14" Hand-embellished giclee in color on canvas. Signed in pigment
- Pure gallery, inc.
"Once, while listening to my mother play violin, I dreamt of becoming a musician like her. Since I was young, there has always been art & music in my home. Even today, when I'm painting, I listen to music and the rhythm and melody come through in the finished work."
Born in Seoul, Korea, Charles began showing an affinity for art at the age of seven. Encouraged by his mother, he received his first honor while still in High School; a gold medal in an international painting competition. In the early 1990's he moved to Florida and his paintings quickly became sought after by regional galleries and were added to many private and corporate collections. Some of his recent works have been acquired by Shaquille O'Neal and Michael Jordan.
-Pure gallery, inc.
Born in Seoul, Korea, Charles began showing an affinity for art at the age of seven. Encouraged by his mother, he received his first honor while still in High School; a gold medal in an international painting competition. In the early 1990's he moved to Florida and his paintings quickly became sought after by regional galleries and were added to many private and corporate collections. Some of his recent works have been acquired by Shaquille O'Neal and Michael Jordan.
-Pure gallery, inc.