A Legacy Forged in Lacquer: The World of Oanh Phi Phi Born in Houston, Texas, in 1979, Phi Phi Oanh embodies a fascinating intersection of cultures—a Vietnamese heritage deeply interwoven with an American upbringing. This duality isn’t merely biographical; it is the very foundation upon which her compelling artistic practice rests. Oanh's journey began with formal training at Parsons School of Design, culminating in a BFA in 2002, followed by a Masters in Art and Investigation from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid in 2012. However, it was a Fulbright Grant in 2004 that proved pivotal,…