*To Uyen, a distinguished female artist and lecturer at Ho Chi Minh City University of Fine Arts, is a trailblazer in the demanding and traditionally male-dominated field of wood carving. Wood carving, a deeply rooted and culturally significant form of Vietnamese art, has historically been known for its intricate techniques and the physical strength required to handle heavy tools and materials. Despite these challenges, To Uyen has made a name for herself in a craft that often associates female artists with softer, more delicate mediums like painting.