Lee Yong Hee is a renowned South Korean photographer who has been capturing the beauty of his homeland for over two decades. Born in Seoul in 1971, Lee developed an early interest in photography and began taking pictures of his surroundings at a young age. After graduating from high school, he attended the Seoul Institute of the Arts where he studied photography and fine art.
In 1995, Lee began his professional career as a freelance photographer, working for various magazines and newspapers. His work quickly gained recognition and he was soon commissioned to take photographs for advertising campaigns and fashion shows. He also began to exhibit his work in galleries around South Korea, gaining further recognition for his unique style of photography.
In 2000, Lee was invited to join the prestigious Magnum Photos agency, becoming one of only a few Korean photographers to be accepted into the organization. Since then, he has traveled extensively throughout Asia and Europe, capturing stunning images of landscapes and people from all walks of life. His work has been featured in numerous publications including National Geographic Magazine and The New York Times Magazine.
Lee Yong Hee is widely regarded as one of South Korea's most talented photographers. His work has been exhibited in galleries around the world and is held in private collections across Asia and Europe. He continues to capture the beauty of his homeland with an eye for detail that is both captivating and inspiring.