Role:

Role:

Role:

Cool Artist

Cool Artist

Cool Artist

Team:

Team:

Team:

8 Reborn,

8 Reborn,

8 Reborn,

Industry:

Industry:

Industry:

Social Media

Social Media

Social Media

Tools:

Tools:

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator

Year launch:

Year launch:

2016

2016

⟡ Highlight skillsets

Visual Communication 👄

Visual Communication 👄

Illustration 🖍

Illustration 🖍

Aesthetic Sensibility 🎨

Aesthetic Sensibility 🎨

Small wonders, big hearts: Saigon reveals a city resilient, resourceful, and community-driven.

— by someone lives in Sai Gon for 20 years

A 3m² Art Project

Growing up in a small house in Saigon, I experienced a childhood rich with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

As one of the artists on this project, my job is to bring to light what often goes unnoticed: the quiet resilience and creativity thriving in Saigon’s 3m² spaces.


These aren’t just cramped rooms; they’re places where life flourishes, where people create, love, and build in ways that are deeply human.


Through our work, we’re offering you a lens into these hidden worlds, a chance to see the richness and resourcefulness of a city that never stops. The magic isn’t in what’s obvious; it’s in the everyday moments we often pass by without a second thought. Our art helps reveal that.

📸 Some images of our exhibition. Source: Saigon co mua, news.

Behind their shoulders on the bustling streets of Saigon, each passing journey tells a story of resilience and the vibrant spirit of its people

— Sai Gon team

Bringing the Unnoticed Vibrancy of Saigon
to the Surface

Bringing the Unnoticed Vibrancy of Saigon
to the Surface

Our process begins with observation; really seeing these 3m² spaces for what they are, not just physically, but emotionally.

THE SIGN SHOP

A sign shop in Saigon, where an artist hand-paints business signs; a fading craft in today’s modern world. We ask: Will this tradition survive, or will it soon become history?

A sign shop in Saigon, where an artist hand-paints business signs; a fading craft in today’s modern world. We ask: Will this tradition survive, or will it soon become history?

A sign shop in Saigon, where an artist hand-paints business signs; a fading craft in today’s modern world. We ask: Will this tradition survive, or will it soon become history?

OLD HOUSE

A tiny, old house in Saigon, where a large family lives together, supporting each other while navigating the hustle of city life.

A tiny, old house in Saigon, where a large family lives together, supporting each other while navigating the hustle of city life.

A tiny, old house in Saigon, where a large family lives together, supporting each other while navigating the hustle of city life.

VIDEO SHOP

This could be the last rental: A glimpse of the past. The video shop now caters primarily to older customers, a nod to a bygone era of home entertainment.

This could be the last rental: A glimpse of the past. The video shop now caters primarily to older customers, a nod to a bygone era of home entertainment.

This could be the last rental: A glimpse of the past. The video shop now caters primarily to older customers, a nod to a bygone era of home entertainment.

SCOOTERS REPAIR SHOP

A scooter repair shop tucked away on a busy street corner. This bustling hub serves as a lifeline for the city’s countless scooters, where skilled mechanics bring them back to life.

A scooter repair shop tucked away on a busy street corner. This bustling hub serves as a lifeline for the city’s countless scooters, where skilled mechanics bring them back to life.

A scooter repair shop tucked away on a busy street corner. This bustling hub serves as a lifeline for the city’s countless scooters, where skilled mechanics bring them back to life.

CHINA TOWN

Chinatown in Saigon, primarily in Districts 5 and 6, influences the city's culture with its Chinese community, filling the air with the scents of traditional cuisine that reflect their vibrant heritage.

Chinatown in Saigon, primarily in Districts 5 and 6, influences the city's culture with its Chinese community, filling the air with the scents of traditional cuisine that reflect their vibrant heritage.

Chinatown in Saigon, primarily in Districts 5 and 6, influences the city's culture with its Chinese community, filling the air with the scents of traditional cuisine that reflect their vibrant heritage.

STREET FOOD

This is where bustling stalls serve delicious, affordable meals to hard-working individuals and those with lower incomes. Each dish, from fragrant pho to crispy banh mi, reflects the city's rich culinary traditions. One of my favorites, cá chiên viên (fried fish balls) 🤤.

This is where bustling stalls serve delicious, affordable meals to hard-working individuals and those with lower incomes. Each dish, from fragrant pho to crispy banh mi, reflects the city's rich culinary traditions. One of my favorites, cá chiên viên (fried fish balls) 🤤.

This is where bustling stalls serve delicious, affordable meals to hard-working individuals and those with lower incomes. Each dish, from fragrant pho to crispy banh mi, reflects the city's rich culinary traditions. One of my favorites, cá chiên viên (fried fish balls) 🤤.

HOAGIE SHOP

Bánh mì, a staple of Saigon's street food, combines crispy baguette, savory meats, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, reflecting the city's rich Vietnamese and French culinary fusion.🤤.

Bánh mì, a staple of Saigon's street food, combines crispy baguette, savory meats, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, reflecting the city's rich Vietnamese and French culinary fusion.🤤.

Bánh mì, a staple of Saigon's street food, combines crispy baguette, savory meats, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, reflecting the city's rich Vietnamese and French culinary fusion.🤤.

SHOOL CANTINA

A cherished gathering place where students come together for meals and connection. Here, simple yet comforting dishes are served, fueling their energy for learning and sparking friendships.

A cherished gathering place where students come together for meals and connection. Here, simple yet comforting dishes are served, fueling their energy for learning and sparking friendships.

A cherished gathering place where students come together for meals and connection. Here, simple yet comforting dishes are served, fueling their energy for learning and sparking friendships.

MOTORBIKE TAXI

The service that keeps Saigon moving. More than just a mode of transportation, xe ôm embodies the spirit of Saigonese resilience and adaptability. Each ride connects people and stories in an adventure.

The service that keeps Saigon moving. More than just a mode of transportation, xe ôm embodies the spirit of Saigonese resilience and adaptability. Each ride connects people and stories in an adventure.

The service that keeps Saigon moving. More than just a mode of transportation, xe ôm embodies the spirit of Saigonese resilience and adaptability. Each ride connects people and stories in an adventure.

NEWSPAPER SHOP

Where people stop to browse the latest headlines, exchange opinions, and catch up on community news. Each newspaper and magazine holds a piece of Saigon’s narrative, reflecting the vibrant life of its residents. Back then, I used to eagerly wait every week to get my hands on Muc Tim magazine, a popular teen magazine then and now.

Where people stop to browse the latest headlines, exchange opinions, and catch up on community news. Each newspaper and magazine holds a piece of Saigon’s narrative, reflecting the vibrant life of its residents. Back then, I used to eagerly wait every week to get my hands on Muc Tim magazine, a popular teen magazine then and now.

Where people stop to browse the latest headlines, exchange opinions, and catch up on community news. Each newspaper and magazine holds a piece of Saigon’s narrative, reflecting the vibrant life of its residents. Back then, I used to eagerly wait every week to get my hands on Muc Tim magazine, a popular teen magazine then and now.

BARBER ON THE STREET

A lively hub where community and camaraderie come together. Here, skilled barbers transform haircuts into art while engaging in great conversations over a complimentary tea. This is a place where friendships are formed and stories are shared, capturing the true spirit of Saigon street life.

A lively hub where community and camaraderie come together. Here, skilled barbers transform haircuts into art while engaging in great conversations over a complimentary tea. This is a place where friendships are formed and stories are shared, capturing the true spirit of Saigon street life.

A lively hub where community and camaraderie come together. Here, skilled barbers transform haircuts into art while engaging in great conversations over a complimentary tea. This is a place where friendships are formed and stories are shared, capturing the true spirit of Saigon street life.

OUTDOOR MARKET

This is where vendors or famers showcase fresh produce, colorful textiles, and handmade goods, creating a lively atmosphere filled with energy and excitement. It’s a place where locals gather to shop, socialize, and savor street food delights.

This is where vendors or famers showcase fresh produce, colorful textiles, and handmade goods, creating a lively atmosphere filled with energy and excitement. It’s a place where locals gather to shop, socialize, and savor street food delights.

This is where vendors or famers showcase fresh produce, colorful textiles, and handmade goods, creating a lively atmosphere filled with energy and excitement. It’s a place where locals gather to shop, socialize, and savor street food delights.

HAND-DRAWN SIGN

This brings us back to the SIGN SHOP piece, showcasing the artistry and precision of the sign maker. Here, you can witness the meticulous detail and dedication that goes into each hand-drawn sign, reflecting the artist's hope for their customers' businesses to flourish.

This brings us back to the SIGN SHOP piece, showcasing the artistry and precision of the sign maker. Here, you can witness the meticulous detail and dedication that goes into each hand-drawn sign, reflecting the artist's hope for their customers' businesses to flourish.

This brings us back to the SIGN SHOP piece, showcasing the artistry and precision of the sign maker. Here, you can witness the meticulous detail and dedication that goes into each hand-drawn sign, reflecting the artist's hope for their customers' businesses to flourish.

Reflection

Watching my neighbors thrive in their tiny spaces taught me that true happiness comes not from size or material possessions, but from the warmth and spirit we cultivate within our communities.


Each artwork in this project reflects that essence, capturing the resilience, creativity, and interconnectedness of our lives in the city 🎨.


I am truly honored to be part of this project, celebrating the beauty of everyday moments and the stories that shape us.


I hope these pieces resonate with you and inspire you to find joy in the little things that surround us.


Happy reading!✨

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