Lee Hansheng Studios Blog

Why Accessibility Doesn’t Mean Cheap

A person who buys a $5 print and a person who buys a $5,000 painting are both part of the same creative community. They are equally valued, equally welcome. That shared belonging is what keeps art ...

When Admin Becomes the Art: Lessons from Behind the Scenes

If there’s one message I’d give to newer artists, it’s this: learn the admin side early. The earlier you do, the smoother your art practice will flow. You’ll be better prepared for hidden challenge...

Writing Courses at ACI: A Personal Reflection ✍️🎨

At the end of the day, I care deeply about this work. Art education matters, and having the chance to shape it in a way that feels accessible, supportive, and inspiring makes all the long hours wor...

🎨 Art as a Daily Practice and as a Career

For me, food, gardening, and art aren’t separate categories~ they’re all creation. They flow into each other. That interchangeability is what lets me ebb and flow with what I need to make at any gi...

Small Art, Big Heart: The Making of My Watercolor & Sumi-e Bookmarks

I’ve been an avid reader my entire life. Books raised me, challenged me, softened me, and sharpened me. But as much as I love a good story, I also love the ritual of reading~ the tangible experienc...

Working Across Mediums

I don’t pick a medium first. The idea leads.Sometimes it whispers "ink." Sometimes it shouts "glass."Other times, it needs a mix of medias~ and then a final digital polish to bring it to life if ne...

Busy Feels Different When It’s Yours

If someone asked me point-blank, “Why do you keep pushing?” the answer is simple: because I believe in what I’m building and working toward. Somewhere along the way, my motto became: “I’m trying to...

Brushes Matter: A Practical Guide to Choosing the Right Brush

Whether you’re just starting out or refining your craft, understanding what goes into choosing the right brush will help you build a versatile and intentional collection. Let’s dive into the fibers...

When Creativity Takes a Back Seat (Temporarily)

If you’re in a similar boat~ where your creative side is playing second fiddle to logistics~ I see you. Sometimes, the work behind the scenes is the work that allows the creative part to thrive lat...

What’s in My Studio? Tools I Can’t Live Without

None of these tools make the art for me~ but they hold space for the art to happen.