MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS
A selection of publications, films, and features documenting E.LEE's work.
DOCUMENTARY
More Than Paint
Silver Tuna Studios (2024)
Feature length documentary following the Murals of Highwood project, documenting the transformation of a suburban Illinois town into a vibrant public art destination through the work of internationally recognized graffiti and street artists. Featuring Al Diaz, Chris RWK, Eelco van den Berg, Asend, Wane COD, StukOne, Zimad, E.LEE, Anna Murphy, Epic Uno, Rubén Aguirre, and Dont Fret.
E.LEE in Conversation with Marie-Pierre Rondeau
December 3, 2023
All Star Press, Chicago, Illinois
A wide-ranging conversation about E.LEE’s life and the ideas behind his work with art historian Marie-Pierre Rondeau.
BOOKS
Making Space
by Mark Ballogg (2023)
Featured as one of 150 artists in a book documenting the studios and practices of Chicago artists.
PUBLICATIONS
Billboard Magazine
May 2024
Sound of Summer campaign
Full-page illustration created for the annual charity fundraiser
PRESS
Chicago Sun-Times
"Nope Springs Eternal"
July 23, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times
"Highwood Muralist's Balloons Celebrate City's Warm Welcome"
July 25, 2025
Feature on An Open Door.
The Pantagraph
Front Page · October 11, 2026
A front-page feature on E.LEE’s mural for Wish Bone Canine Rescue, supported by Tito’s Handmade Vodka.
Vertical Gallery
Process Spotlight · Oct 3, 2026
E.LEE: Picture No. 04 & No. 05
A look at the ideas and process behind the Picture series.
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WRITINGS
What Is a Picture?
E.LEE · 2026
ESSAY
A picture with no picture. A series that questions where the image ends and the object begins.