Khánh H. Lê
Khánh H. Lê’s mixed-media collages draw from deteriorating photographs and collective memories of his family’s refugee experience. Lê holds an MFA from Syracuse University and his work has been exhibited at institutions including the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, the Corcoran Gallery, and Vox Populi, among others. His honors include being a finalist for the Smithsonian’s Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition at the National Portrait Gallery, and he has been commissioned by several notable institutions, including the Smithsonian Freer Gallery and Meta Open Arts.
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Kindred Spirit
Statement from the Artist
This artwork is inspired by Asher B. Durand’s Kindred Spirit and Hokusai’s The Great Wave. As individuals seek out kindred spirits in the world, they are often met with a sense of awe at nature’s power. The work reflects this dual presence—connection and force—serving as a testament to the enduring power that surrounds us.
