Geumbin Lee explores the delicate remnants of existence that emerge within the density of repetition. Rather than viewing loss as total absence, the artist captures the fragments, subtle sensations, and slow movements that resist clear description, providing a foundational space for these fragile elements to reside. Her work draws inspiration from the Japanese architectural concept of Ma (間)—the interval or void connecting interior and exterior—as Lee’s practice manifests through minimalist lines and overlapping structures. These elements create a tangible site where time can linger, transforming the canvas into a unique place where the artist’s breath and physical presence are deeply projected.

The repetitive process of rubbing, erasing, and layering on the surface serves as a meditative dialogue between perfection and imperfection. In Lee’s work, the specific tension arising from the points where planes meet and divide visualizes the essence of Ma: a space that is empty yet profoundly full. Eschewing specific lessons or information, the work functions as a window that allows the audience to look beyond the surface. It invites viewers to pause and get lost in thought, offering a quiet interval to find their own rhythm of breathing and sense the faint, often unnoticed echoes of life.

Based in Utrecht, Netherlands
Utrecht * Seoul

@geumbin.lee
xxarikax@gmail.com
+31 6 33 47 28 89

EDUCATION

2022 — 2026

Bachelor of Fine Art
HKU Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht

EXHIBITIONS

2024

The Shade of Roots

2025

Žara, Utrecht, NL (Group show)

EXPERIENCE

2025 — 2026

Studio Assistant to Sungjin Park, Seoul, KR