Welcome to the portfolio of Young-Hee Sweet
Metal & Lacquer Artist inspired by Nature and Time
A vibrant expression of tropical flora, "Golden Tropical" captures the energy of lush Hawaiian plants through layers of Korean Ottchil (natural lacquer) and oil on panel. The interplay of golden foliage and deep blues symbolizes vitality, growth, and the harmony of nature's contrasting elements.
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A vibrant expression of tropical flora, "Golden Tropical" captures the energy of lush Hawaiian plants through layers of Korean Ottchil (natural lacquer) and oil on panel. The interplay of golden foliage and deep blues symbolizes vitality, growth, and the harmony of nature's contrasting elements.
Ottchil 1: Golden Tropical Expresses the vitality and layered textures of Hawaiian flora through the artist's unique combination of Korean ottchil(natural lacquer) and oil painting. The contrast between bold leaves and deep blues symbolizes harmony within nature's complexity
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Ottchil II: Seeds " Seeds " represents the origin and cycle of life through the symbolic shape of the sun. The circular form at the center embodies vitality, regeneration, and the infinite energy that flows from a single seed. Surrounded by organic patterns, this work celebrates nature's rhythm and continuity.