Abstract art is frequently seen as difficult to grasp, seemingly devoid of significance. Lee-Johnson, however, unravels each painting by delving into the life events that sparked them, her emotions at the time, and how the artwork communicates those feelings through succinct narratives.

U Lee-Johnson, an award-winning artist, explores the vivid tapestry of her life through emotionally charged abstract paintings. Her artwork encapsulates the spectrum of human experience—from the exhilaration of corrective surgery that transformed her disfigurement, to the profound joys of parenthood, the haunting realities of mental health challenges, and the serene beauty of sailing a boat to the Caribbean.

Each painting serves as a profound journey into her philosophy and soul, capturing raw emotions and offering a unique context through accompanying text. Born during the tumult of the Korean War, U Lee-Johnson faced societal stigma due to a congenital eye condition stemming from her mother's stress during pregnancy.

This early adversity laid the groundwork for later psychological struggles, but her life story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the indomitable human spirit. The book vividly illustrates her journey through stages marked by screams, internal conflicts, and societal shame, countered by pivotal moments like transformative surgery that facilitated her social integration.

It traces her path through adolescence, a mid-life mental health crisis, subsequent divorce, and eventual recovery. The later chapters of the book reveal her fascination with sailing through the Caribbean, her exploration of Fractal geometry, and her artistic interpretations of geological formations like Tafoni.

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