Lawrence Lee

Lawrence Lee is an American artist renowned for his vivid and mystical interpretations of Southwestern landscapes and Native imagery. Born in 1947 in the high deserts of Arizona, Lee developed an early fascination with the interplay of light and color that characterizes the vast, open spaces of the Southwest. He attended art school in Tucson, where he honed his signature style—bold, dreamlike acrylic works often featuring solitary shamanic figures and radiant skies that evoke spiritual resonance.

Over a career spanning more than four decades, Lee’s paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums across the United States and collected internationally. His work captivates viewers with its blend of traditional Native American symbolism and luminous, contemporary palettes, reflecting both his reverence for indigenous cultures and his inventive artistic vision. Despite his success, Lee remains deeply connected to his desert roots, drawing continual inspiration from the landscape and cultural heritage of the American Southwest.