Duyen Pham is a Vietnamese illustrator whose work explores the interconnected relationship between culture and identity. Her work engages with the richness of Vietnamese heritage, its traditional craftsmanship, vibrant cuisine, and resilient history. Pham uses digital techniques, as well as watercolor and gouache, to honor and reinterpret cultural elements in her visual voice. Her intricate linework and detail invite viewers to take a closer look and uncover the stories in each artwork.
CONTACT: lilackidstudio@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Syracuse University MFA in Illustration May 2026
Syracuse, New York
University of Wyoming BA in Studio Arts May 2022
Laramie, Wyoming
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
2026 American Illustration 45 Chosen Winner
2026 Creative Quarterly 83 Honorable Mention
2026 Communication Arts Illustration 2026 Shortlisted Finalist
EXHIBITIONS AND ACTIVITIES
2026 "Here's The Thing" MFA Thesis Group Exhibition, Syracuse, New York
2026 "Harsh is Where We Live" Group Exhibition, New York City
2025 Art on the Porches, Syracuse, New York
2024 MFA Illustration Group Exhibition, Syracuse, New York
2022 47th Annual Juried University of Wyoming Student Exhibition
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