LeeJangKae (b. 1994) is a Korean artist who draws on all kinds of comedy, internet memes and short videos, analysing the structure behind the punchline. Since he began painting, comic situations and moods have shaped his work, as in Devils are everywhere, Dumpling restaurant and It’s so lucky doggy. His original artwork was shown at Neverland Gallery, a Taiwan art gallery in Xinyi, Taipei, in a group exhibition with Gallery Aile in Seoul.
Lee JangKae (B. 1994 / Korea)
"Exploring the core of creation through the structure of humorous comedy"
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I draw inspiration from all kinds of comedy. Humor is a complex and highly personal feeling—it works differently for everyone, and this diversity has led to countless genres, techniques, and mechanisms in comedy. Because I love all kinds of humor, I continuously explore different forms and find novelty in the contrasts between them. Even internet memes or short videos often pique my curiosity, prompting me to analyze the structure behind the "punchline." Over time, this attitude has naturally seeped into my work. From the time I started painting, comedic situations and atmospheres have shaped my work, and they remain a core part of my artistic identity today.
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