Artist’s Statement
These days, Vietnam is full of contradictions. To many in the world, Vietnam reminds them of war. To the Vietnamese government, regardless of what is happening, Vietnam is still a communist country. To the young people of Vietnam and visitors, Vietnam is a capitalist country in disguise. Everything piles on top of each other, competing with each other.
In the streets of Ho Chi Minh City, communist propagandas billboards displaying hammer and sickle flags compete with advertising billboards of Coca Cola, Nokia and Louis Vuitton. Shopping malls are popping up everywhere and also compete with War Museums for both audience and shopper's attention.
Everything is merging and weaving in and out of each other. These new pieces are the tapestries of contemporary Vietnam. They reflect the contradictions, the struggle for meaning and soul of Vietnam today.