My Life: An emotional journey expressed in abstract paintings.

Experience a life story vividly told through 68 breathtaking abstract paintings, each paired with heartfelt narratives. From the turmoil of the Korean War to the depths of a midlife crisis, and the serenity of sailing the Caribbean, this book is more than a memoir—it's a sensory journey of resilience and transformation.

Lee-Johnson takes readers on a deeply personal journey through each of her abstract paintings, describing the life events that inspired them, the emotions she felt at the time, and how those feelings are expressed through her vibrant use of color and form.

"I want people to feel the emotions embedded in my paintings," Johnson shares. "I capture the frustration and isolation of growing up with one eye—the shame I felt from my parents. But as the series evolves, I express the joy of healing and recovery, all through the art of abstraction"

U Lee-Johnson, an award-winning artist, explores the vivid tapestry of her life through emotionally charged abstract paintings. Her artwork encapsulates the spectrum of human experience—from the exhilaration of corrective surgery that transformed her disfigurement, to the profound joys of parenthood, the haunting realities of mental health challenges, and the serene beauty of sailing a boat to the Caribbean. Each painting is a profound journey into her philosophy and soul, capturing raw emotions and offering a unique context through accompanying text.

Born during the tumult of the Korean War, U Lee-Johnson faced societal stigma due to a congenital eye condition stemming from her mother's stress during pregnancy. This early adversity laid the groundwork for later psychological struggles, but her life story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the indomitable human spirit.

The book vividly illustrates her journey through stages marked by screams, internal conflicts, and societal shame, countered by pivotal moments like transformative surgery that facilitated her social integration. It traces her path through adolescence, a mid-life mental health crisis, subsequent divorce, and eventual recovery. The later chapters of the book reveal her fascination with sailing through the Caribbean, her exploration of Fractal geometry, and her artistic interpretations of geological formations like Tafoni.