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Artist Me Kyeoung Lee has spent the last two decades documenting the tiny convenience stores and corner shops that are now quickly disappearing, with a dedication to the small details that make each unique. Mismatched chairs can be seen lined up out front, while tall cherry blossoms or persimmon trees shade the buildings’ entrances.
Tucked into mountainsides and among bustling streets, small corner stores are often a central point in a community. For Lee Me Kyeoung, these local shops provide endless inspiration for an ongoing series of drawings. The Korean artist documents the tiny markets she encounters around the world, utilizing pen and acrylic to create exquisite visual odes from Australia to Turkey.
