The fascinating and evocative cast of creatures that appear in the work of New York artist DanielLee might at first seem jarring to the uninitiated viewer, but it can’t be denied that his blendedhuman and animal compositions, spun from his imagination and digital expertise, never fail toexcite while challenging our preconceptions and beliefs; teasing to the surface our innermostfears and desires.

Originally trained in the fine art of painting in Taiwan, Lee moved to the United States andacquired a Masters Degree in Audio-Visual arts in the early 1970’s. A professional career as aphotographer followed after rewarding careers as both designer and art director. By the mid 1990’s, Lee realized that digital technology was the future, as it allowed him to combine hisdrawing, photographic and fine art skills into one medium.

Technically, Lee views himself as a photographer, but conceptually, he strives for artisticexpression. He attributes his development as an artist to his early grounding in photographictechniques, as it gave him the necessary discipline and skills required for studio work such ascomposition, lighting methods and the ability to work with models. His commercial background has also influenced his rigorous approach, with every image accurately planned, perfectlycontrolled and executed with great attention to detail. Lee’s creativity is allowed free expressionthrough his highly original ideas and artistic themes.