Lee FREDERIX
Lee Frederix: Navigating the Urban Psyche
Hailing from the post-industrial wastelands of America, Lee Frederix emerges as a beacon of creativity in the vibrant tapestry of Beirut. As both an artist and academic, he traverses the realms of architecture, urbanism, and fine arts, seeking to merge these disciplines through his experimental practice.
In his artwork, Frederix's hybrid background finds expression, manifesting in a mesmerizing fusion of form and concept. Working primarily in three-dimensional media such as assemblage, sculpture, and installation, he crafts immersive experiences that invite viewers into a world of sensory exploration.
Central to Frederix's practice is his meticulous treatment of materials, each chosen for its inherent qualities and potential for transformation. Through subtle juxtapositions, he imbues his creations with a sense of depth and intrigue, inviting viewers to unravel layers of meaning and sensation.
At the heart of his most recent work lies an exploration of alternative mapping practices, inspired by psychogeographic readings of contemporary Beirut. Here, Frederix delves into the urban psyche, uncovering hidden narratives and forgotten histories that shape the city's collective consciousness.
Through his art and research alike, Lee Frederix invites us to reconsider our perceptions of space and place, offering glimpses into the intricate web of connections that define our lived experiences.
EXHIBITIONS (Selection)
2022 State of Things, Gezairi Gallery, LAU, Beirut.
2022 Glimpses of Talent, Urbanist Art, Dubai.
2022 Art to Learn, Art to Live, (catalogued), LAUHQ, New York.
2021 Rethinking our Landscapes of Uncertainty, solo show, Mission Art, Beirut.
2019 October 17, Galerie Janine Rubeiz, Beirut.
2018 20in’18, [catalogued], Sheikh Zayed Gallery, Lebanese American University, Beirut.
2016 7 rooms 7 artists, innov’Action for ArtHouse, Beirut.
2006 XXVII Salon d’Automne, [catalogued], Musée Sursock, Beirut.
2004 XXV Salon d’Automne, [catalogued], Musée Sursock, Beirut.
2003 XXIV Salon d’Automne, [catalogued], Musée Sursock, Beirut.
2002 frederix@monot, [solo show], Expos SDF, Beirut.
Lee Frederix
Before the Fall, 2019, mixed media on canvas, 100 cm x 100 cm (39.4 in x 39.4 in), Beirut.
Lee Frederix
Heaven Can Wait, 2015, 80 cm x 182 cm (31.5 in x 71.6 in), mixed media on recycled wood, Beirut.
Lee Frederix
Synthetic Heirloom 3.2, 2010, 19 cm x 19 cm (7.5 in x 7.5 in), mixed media in recycled wooden box, Beirut.