Lee Hansheng Studios Blog

Sketchbooks Are Sacred (Even Better When They're Messy)

It’s easy to feel pressure to “make it look good” ~especially when we see perfectly curated pages online. But art isn’t always polished. Growth rarely is. Your sketchbook should be a freedom zone, ...

Year of the Fire Horse~ Movement, Challenge, and Creation

There is a difference between rushing forward and moving with clarity. The Fire Horse is powerful, but power without direction can burn out quickly. My focus this year is endurance~ building system...

Quiet Work, Big Projects, and What’s Been Taking Shape Behind the Scenes

This next chapter feels bigger — not louder, just more aligned.It feels like I’m stepping into a version of my art that I’ve been reaching toward for years.

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...

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...

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...

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.