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Hon Chew Hee
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United States
• 1906
- 1993
Biography
Hon Chew Hee (1906 – 1993) was an American muralist, watercolorist, and printmaker born in Kahului, Maui, Hawaii. Raised in China, he began his art education in Chinese brush painting before moving to the U.S. at 14 to study at the San Francisco Art Institute. He also studied in New York and Paris, where he was influenced by artists like Fernand Léger and Jean Arp.
In Hawaii, Hee worked as a freelance artist and taught both Western and Eastern painting techniques. He co-founded the Hawaii Watercolor and Serigraph Society and created iconic murals for public spaces, including Honolulu International Airport and Hilo Hospital. He was known for incorporating woodcarving and abstract elements into his work, blending Eastern traditions with modern Western influences.
Hee's artwork is housed in prestigious collections, such as the Hawaii State Art Museum, the Honolulu Museum of Art, and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. His murals and paintings continue to be celebrated for their cultural significance and artistic innovation, solidifying his legacy in the art world.
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