Soo Kyoung Lee – “일신우일신”: Painting in Constant Evolution at the Oniris Gallery

From October 8 to November 28, 2026, the Oniris Gallery in Rennes presents the third solo exhibition by Soo Kyoung Lee, a Franco-Korean painter. Titled “일신우일신” (Renewing Oneself Again), this exhibition brings together recent paintings on canvas and wood, reflecting the evolution of her artistic exploration and her intuitive relationship with painting.

Self-taught, with a background in French literature from Seoul and later Paris, Soo Kyoung Lee develops a spontaneous style of abstract painting based on the immediacy of the gesture. In her work, thought and action are one and the same: the painting takes shape in the moment, without a sketch or prior preparation. Each work thus becomes a living experience, in which the image emerges as the creative process unfolds.

Her compositions evolve through successive layers of shapes and colors, oscillating between appearance, transformation, and disappearance. Traces of previous brushstrokes remain visible, creating an ongoing dialogue between control and chance, movement and material. This constantly evolving painting allows the viewer great freedom of interpretation.

For several years now, the Franco-Korean artist has also been incorporating wood into her creations. This material adds texture and depth to her works, while establishing a dialogue with certain Korean artistic traditions. Straddling the line between contemporary abstract painting and visual experimentation, Soo Kyoung Lee thus renews her artistic vocabulary.

With “일신우일신”, the Oniris Gallery invites you to discover a œ work in constant transformation, where gesture, color, material, and time all contribute to a single creative dynamic. An exhibition that celebrates renewal as both an artistic principle and a sensory experience.

Practical Information

• Exhibition:Ilshin Uilshin – Renewing Oneself Once Again
• Artist: Soo Kyoung Lee
• Venue: Oniris, 38 rue d'Antrain, Rennes
• Dates: October 8 through November 28, 2026
  
  

While participating in the SIGNATURES Art Fair in Paris, the gallery will be closed in Rennes from Thursday, November 12, through Saturday, November 14, 2026