"When we were children, letters were like fun toys. We played with them through our building blocks. We colored them in books. We danced and sang along with TV puppets while learning C was for “cookie.” Soon, letters turned into words. Words turned into sentences. Sentences turned into thoughts. And along the way, we stopped playing with them and stopped marveling at A through Z."
About Ji Lee
Ji Lee — Life and Legacy
Ji Lee is a prominent visual artist and designer celebrated for his unique ability to blend language and imagery in thought-provoking ways. His 'Word as Image' project exemplifies his innovative approach, where he transforms words into visual representations, challenging traditional perceptions of language. Through his work, Ji Lee explores the intersection of creativity and communication, often stating that 'Words are a form of art.' This perspective highlights his belief that language can be manipulated creatively to evoke emotions and provoke thought, much like visual art. By using humor and insight, Ji Lee encourages audiences to engage with complex ideas in accessible ways. His work continues to resonate today, as it invites viewers to rethink how they interpret and interact with both words and images, making a significant impact on the fields of design and visual storytelling.
Quote collection
Ji Lee quotes
6 quotes — follow a thought to its full quote page.
"Ideas are nothing, doing is everything"
"When you give something, just for the joy of creating, it always comes back on a much larger scale."
"I think we live in an age of self empowerment and possibilities, the only excuse to not do something is yourself."
"It doesn't take a lot of people to create something amazing. It can take one or four people who are really driven and like minded to create something that has amazing meaning and value to millions of people in the world."
"This project started nearly twenty years ago as an assignment in my typography class at art school. Students were encouraged to see letters beyond their dull, practical functionality. We played with their unique shapes and tinkered with their infinite possibilities. The challenge was hard, so the reward of “cracking” a word felt great. This became a lifelong project for me."