Growing up as a Vietnamese immigrant, I navigated the tension between two cultural identities: one shaped by Confucian values of filial piety and the other by American ideals of independence and self-expression. At times, my heritage felt like a barrier to belonging, a quiet culture in a loud world.

With time, I came to see my heritage not as a limitation but as a source of strength. The sacrifices of my parents and ancestors became more than stories, they became legacies of resilience, love, and continuity. Preserving my culture has become a personal responsibility and a privilege.

My work functions as a visual diary that explore themes around identity, cultural preservation, and generational sacrifice. Using graphic language, vibrant colors, and intricate compositions, I merge traditional Vietnamese craft with contemporary techniques, particularly through printmaking, installation, textiles, and sculpture.

Each piece is methodically and intuitively planned, with patterns and symbols serving as bridges between the past and present. These visual elements carry narratives of displacement, adaptation, and survival. Through this process, I reconcile the dualities of my upbringing by creating work that honors my heritage and invites reflection on the broader immigrant experience. It becomes a space to process, preserve, and offer new ways of seeing cultural identity.