About

I am a Vietnamese-American interdisciplinary artist working in fiber and installation.

Fiber art holds a weight of nostalgia for me; I remember seeing my older sisters cross stitch, quilt, and craft when I was small. As an adult, this memory of my sisters led me to seek out hand embroidery and sewing as forms of art therapy. Because of my history, using traditionally female affiliated work helps me emphasize the labor involved in production and the undervaluation of “women’s work”.

My family, and in particular my mother, are a central theme in my work. For most of my adult life I have been unpeeling layers of dysfunction and trauma to figure out who I am. Talking with my family can be emotionally difficult, but I have found using an anthropological lens has been key. My training in anthropology allows me to detach my personal feelings from the situation so that I can gather facts. In turn, this information allows me to see my family in a different light and begin to approach forgiveness. I use my work to exhibit this vulnerability and honesty.

To view my work in person, be sure to check out the “events” tab or follow me on Instagram or Facebook (links on the left). I am currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.