Regent Phu Quoc has launched Ethereal Dialogue: Trúc Chỉ Art Exhibition, a long-term showcase running until May 2026. This exhibition, hosted at The Gallery within the resort, features the works of Vietnamese Trúc Chỉ artists, offering a unique exploration of Trúc Chỉ paper art where material, light, and human perception intersect.

The exhibition is structured as a three-part journey—Emanator, Translucence, and Perceiver—guiding viewers from the artist’s intention to the intimate dialogue between artwork and audience. Light plays a crucial role, animating the fibres and revealing shifting tones and shadows.

The exhibition was initially unveiled during Regent Phu Quoc’s Taste Studio event, and now serves as a permanent cultural offering, reflecting the resort’s commitment to bridging contemporary creativity with Vietnam’s heritage.

What exactly is Trúc Chỉ?

Trúc Chỉ is a contemporary art form that transforms handmade paper into standalone artworks; crafted from natural Vietnamese fibres such as bamboo, rice straw, and sugarcane, each piece embodies cultural symbolism and technical innovation. Bamboo, a symbol of resilience in Vietnam, is central to the art form’s concept.

Developed by artist Phan Hải Bằng, the exhibition employs Trúc Chỉ Graphics, or trucchigraphy, a technique combining traditional papermaking with water-pressure methods and printmaking principles. This allows artists to sculpt paper with water, creating layers that respond dynamically to lighting.

Ngô Đình Bảo Vi, CEO of Trúc Chỉ Art, highlighted the sustainable artistic practice of Trúc Chỉ, stating it embodies cycles of renewal and regeneration.