Hyesu Lee

Hyesu Lee was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea. Now based in Brooklyn, she goes about her life as an illustrator, artist, muralist, comic artist and educator.

A cartoon of a woman running with a backpack on. She is being watched by people, staring down at her.

Identities

The Labels We Carry

Sometimes how you feel on the inside vs. what people see on the outside doesn't match up at all.

Comic panel. Text reads: Even though it's super exciting to welcome the new year, it often stresses me out.

Unpaid labor

'Ahh! Do I Have To?'— And Other New Year's Resolution Dilemmas

Read faster. Be present. Get organized. Choose joy. Eat this. Avoid that. Save money. Take risks. Make friends. Here’s a thought: Maybe you’re already just right, just as you are.