emerging artist - Malti B Lee - Austin-based artist inspired by travel, architecture & nature

Finding Creative Inspiration in Unexpected Places: Turmeric to Textiles

Sometimes, stepping outside your comfort zone can open up unexpected doors of inspiration. Recently, I had the joy of joining an eco-bundling and natural dye workshop at the Asian American Resource Center (AARC) in Austin—a hands-on, community-driven event led by artist Irene June Chau. This wasn’t something I’d normally sign up for. I went in […]

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Featured on the Cover of Mueller Magazine!

I’m incredibly excited to share that I was recently featured on the cover of Mueller Magazine, our vibrant neighborhood publication here in Austin! In this cover story, I had the pleasure of speaking with the wonderful writer Carmen Gray about my journey—from growing up in the UK and working as a scientist and management consultant,

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Austin-inspired Art: Highlights from the Opening of The Artist Residency

The Magic of Sharing New Art There’s something magical, yet also deeply vulnerable, about unveiling new paintings to the public. It’s about exposing a part of your soul and eagerly anticipating the audience’s reactions. The opening reception for the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) Residency was both heartwarming and uplifting. Witnessing the culmination of my

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Art in Progress: Growth & Learning in My First Artist Residency

Today, I’m excited to take you behind the scenes of my current project at the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) Residency. It’s been a month or so filled with intense creativity, learning, and some unexpected shifts in my plans. Adjusting Expectations and Embracing Challenges At the onset of this residency, I set myself an ambitious

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Color My World: Choosing a Palette for My Residency

As I progress through my artist residency with the Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA), one of the most critical steps has been selecting the right colour palette. This process has been deeply inspired by both the natural landscapes and the urban energy of Austin, reflecting my personal experiences since making this city my new home.

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Finding Inspiration: the Architecture of Downtown Austin

Since moving into my downtown studio at the start of this residency, my first mission was to truly connect with the heart of Austin. Wrapped up against the cold, headphones in, camera in hand, I began exploring the streets of downtown without a set path, driven by pure curiosity. Though I’ve been a resident of

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A New Creative Project: the DASA Artist Residency

Welcome to My Artist Residency in Downtown Austin! I’m thrilled to kick off this blog series with some exciting news—I’ve recently begun my very first artist residency right here in the vibrant heart of downtown Austin, Texas! As this journey unfolds, I want to bring you along for the ride, sharing weekly glimpses behind the

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An Artist’s Year in Books – My 2024 Reading List

As we welcome the new year, I take a moment to reflect on the array of books that enriched my 2024. This year’s literary journey was filled with insightful explorations into productivity, inspiring tales of creativity, and captivating stories that spanned a variety of cultures and emotions. Each book offered a unique lens through which

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2 Years in the Art Business: An Emerging Artist’s Journey

This July marked two years since I embarked on my journey as a full-time artist. For those who have been with me, you’ll know it’s been an incredible adventure. I’ve discovered my creative voice, held my first solo exhibition, worked on public and corporate commissions, and even moved across state lines. So much has happened

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Trying something new with flowers: Arranging instead of Painting

There’s something magical about stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new. It activates a different part of your brain and brings a childlike joy and wonder into your life. That’s exactly how I felt during a recent 2.5-hour floral arranging workshop with McQueen’s Floral School in Seoul, Korea. While I adore flowers

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