Seexeng Lee: Art Saved My Life By Malisamai Vue [Directing his knowledge, experiences, and cultural energy towards his artwork,
Seexeng has had the opportunity to share a fragment of the Hmong experience with others. Presented with the opportunity
to guest speak at the prestigious Wellesley College in Massachusetts, University of Wisconsin Madison and Milwaukee, along
with local Macalester and Augsburg Colleges, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT). His work continues
to preserve the Hmong culture and educate others of the journey of Hmong people. Through his artwork, Seexeng has been
able to share his talents, gain a deeper understanding of his surroundings, expressing his heartfelt connection to the community
and why the Hmong people continue to be a great contribution to ongoing American culture, art, and society. As a cultural
artist, his artwork has been able to restore lost identity. “Art doesn’t have to speak a specific language but once recognized,
can be a beautiful experience,” said Seexeng. You must look beyond its visual multi-layer aesthetic beauty and
feel the hidden stories because that is what makes his art even more meaningful and alluring. The images of Seexeng’s
artwork will seep into your mind and open your heart. “Art is timeless, therapeutic, universal and recognizable
by all; and for those who deeply love art may be experiencing a form of religion,” said Seexeng. Given his experiences,
Seexeng has been able to produce the multi-layer dimensional ardor shown through his artwork.] Please visit Hmong
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