Description
Lee Long Looi illustrates a female figure with her eyes closed immersed in the act of singing a lullaby. The rhythmic pattern on her scarf and in the background creates a pulsating visual contrast, distinctive of the artist’s stylistic approach.
Lee Long Looi graduated from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 1964, and enrolled at the Arts Student League, New York, United States of America in 1969. He furthered his studies in graphics at Pratt Institute, NYC, where he was awarded a scholarship and was appointed as teaching assistant. His solo exhibitions were held at Art Salon @ SENI, Kuala Lumpur (2010), The Gallery @ Starhill, Kuala Lumpur (2009), Schacknow Art Museum, Plantation, USA (2002-2003), Catalina Art Gallery, Miami, USA (2000), Pamil Art Gallery, Puerto Rico (1999), and Art Focus, Singapore (1997). The artist currently resides in the USA. His awards include First prize in watercolour, WSOAE award, USA (1981), best in show (mixed media), Fort Lauderdale Art Guild, USA (1987), best in show (mixed media), Chicago Tribune Art Exhibition, USA (1992) and First prize (mixed media), South Miami Hospital art exhibition, USA (1994).