Truc Truong works in portraiture, assemblage, and installation. Her creative process, deeply rooted in play and animism, transforms everyday objects into works that explore themes of power, identity, family, assimilation, and displacement. Drawing inspiration from post-colonialism and her Vietnamese heritage, Truong’s art celebrates joy amidst adversity.

 

Her work reflects a commitment to exploring the intersections of personal and collective histories, while engaging with the complexities of cultural identity in a globalised world. Truong's installations invite viewers to connect with the narratives woven through her art, fostering a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences that shape our shared humanity.

 

Truong graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Art and Design (Honours) in 2022. Following her graduation, Truong was selected for the ACE Studio Program in Adelaide and the Primavera exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney. Her recent exhibitions include Gertrude Contemporary, Melbourne (2024); Casula Powerhouse, Sydney (2024); Post Office Projects, Adelaide (2023); 4A Centre for Contemporary Art, Sydney (2021); Nexus Arts, Adelaide (2021); Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (2020); and The Substation, Melbourne (2019).

I would like to acknowledge I live and work on the traditional lands of the Peramangk and Kaurna people. As an artist who frequently explores themes of diaspora, displacement, and colonialism in my creative practice, I have a deep appreciation for the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the First Nations peoples who have called this land home for over 65,000 years.  I acknowledge that as a non-Indigenous person pursuing an art practice on this land, it is crucial to recognise the violent history of this place and to continue to learn more about it.

As a Vietnamese-Australian settler, I understand that I am part of a colonial legacy that has impacted the lives and cultures of Indigenous peoples in profound ways. I am committed to showing respect for this history and its ongoing impact by striving to educate myself about the land, its history, and its peoples. This awareness of my status as a settler with a Vietnamese background informs my creative work, and I am always seeking to approach it with mindfulness and respect for the context in which it is created.

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Cảm ơn (Vietnamese)
Ngaityalya (Kaurna Warra)