Hello, I’m Yubi.
Born in Seoul, Yubi Lee’s journey has been one of cultural fusion and artistic exploration. From an early age, she traversed the globe, living in Japan, New Zealand, England, and primarily in the United States. This diverse upbringing laid the foundation for her unique perspective on art and life.
Her academic pursuits reflect this eclectic background. In the States, she delved into the world of Fine Arts, honing her skills and nurturing her creativity. Later, she journeyed to London to study Fashion Photography, adding another dimension to her artistic practice.
Currently, she finds herself at the intersection of these varied disciplines, crafting a distinct style that merges elements of painting and fashion photography into captivating mixed media pieces. This synthesis of mediums allows her to explore new realms of expression, creating art that is both visually striking and emotionally resonant.
Her multicultural upbringing as a Korean has deeply influenced her work, inspiring her to seamlessly weave together diverse cultural influences with insights from psychology, discovering the power of selfhood. Through her art, photography, and fashion design, she aims to bridge divides and celebrate the beauty of acceptance, inviting viewers to contemplate the interconnectedness of themselves, and ultimately of the world.
“At the core of my creative practice is a therapeutic journey—a search through the unconscious to reconnect with my inner child, where vulnerability meets untapped potential. My art becomes a mirror for this inner landscape, revealing hidden truths and personal power.
Hanbok, the traditional Korean garment, is central to my work. It not only honors my cultural roots but also becomes a canvas for reinvention—blending tradition with contemporary identity and personal narrative.
Drawing inspiration from gardens and the ocean, my dreamlike landscapes reflect the shifting, layered nature of the unconscious and feminine beauty. The tension between materials mirrors my own process of excavation and transformation—shaping new archetypes through vulnerability and self-reflection.
My work is a testament to the healing force of creativity. I invite viewers to join this journey inward, to discover their own depths and the quiet strength that lies within.”
Education
2021 - 2024 MFA in Painting, Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta, Georgia, United States
2017 - 2019 MA in Fashion Photography, University Arts London, London, United Kingdom
2014 - 2017 BA in Studio Art, Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
2012 Associates Degree in Japanese, Tulsa Community College, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
Exhibits/Awards
2025
1/11-2/2 Solo Show “Secret Underwater Gardens” at Gallery Chimera, Atlanta
2024
Art Piece “Gonji/Entering the Sanctuary” purchased by Coca-Cola for Permanent collection
9-17-12/1 1st Place for Korean American Artist of Washington State(KAAW) Juried Annual Exhibit Seattle
7/13-8/26 1st Place for “Summer Urban Vibes” Exhibit at Chimera Gallery Atlanta
7/11-8/11 Fashion/Art Brand Concept Orca Gallery Artist Representative Atlanta
5/28-7/22 Atlanta Photography Gallery, Group Exhibit “Asian Contemporary Photography Exhibition”
4/30-5/30 AAPI Coca-Cola Headquarters x SCAD Art Exhibit for Asian American Pacific Islander Month, Private reception 5/23
5/14-7/3 SCAD Savannah Gustein Gallery Group Exhibit “Here and There”
5/2 AAPI Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month Atlanta City Hall Vendors&Artist Event Exhibit
4/20-25 Thesis Show “Echoes of the Unconscious” at Bakery Atlanta, Atlanta
3/29 Atlanta Artist Forum March Women History month exhibition Group Exhibition, Atlanta
2023
SCAD deFineART Photography and Fine art show exhibition 2/13 - 3/24, Savannah
2023 Fall Ben E.Shute Endowed scholarship Atlanta campus Recipient, Atlanta
2017-2022
2022 SCAD International Fair Art Exhibition “Far From Home” 4/14, Grand Prize for Atlanta Campus, Savannah
2019 London College of Fashion 2019 MA Fashion Photograph Graduates Photography Exhibition, London, United Kingdom
2018 Cover & Artist publication for Elegant Magazine May Issue, London, United KIngdom
2018 KayGod Magazine Spring Summer April Issue, London, United KIngdom
2018 Cover Publication for Rise Magazine April Issue, London, United KIngdom
2017 Light & Space Women’s Artist Competition Special Merits Award “Perennial Bride,” online exhibit
2017 Light & Space Women’s Artist Competition Special Merits Award “Breathing Away,” online exhibit