Working across drawing, installation, painting, performance and film, Phu frequently uses humour as a device for addressing identity and cultural dislocation in an Australian context. Often employing stories of ghosts, spirits, demons and gods from Chinese culture to personify these concepts, Phu playfully conveys a sense of connection to today’s world while simultaneously imparting a sense of timelessness.

This series of works brings together multiple cultural influences, including the Chinese legend of Hou Yi and the suns, the Greek myth of Narcissus and his reflection, and the religious figures of Jesus and Buddha. Collectively, the works recall the tradition of Chinese scrolls, which typically portray a single scene across various time periods. Similarly, Phu mirrors this technique through the recurring presence of characters to create a sense of an evolving narrative within each piece.