Phuong Quoc Tri is a self-taught artist who was born into an artistic family. Having had to earn a living from a young age, Tri did not have the opportunity to attend art school. Nevertheless, surrounded by an artistic environment at home and drawing on his natural talent, he continued to pursue his ambition of becoming a painter.

In 2009, Tri was awarded a prize for his painting Portrait at the Biennial Exhibition of Ho Chi Minh City University of Fine Arts. In 2010, he received Second Prize for his work Innocence at the South Region Exhibition, held at the Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum.

Tri is particularly known for his distinctive approach to portraiture. His paintings are characterised by a quiet stillness and warmth. His subjects often appear introspective and thoughtful, yet retain a gentle and compelling presence. Rather than simply depicting appearance, Tri seeks to convey something of the inner world of his subjects, inviting viewers to pause, observe and connect with them.

Tri also has a strong interest in live portrait painting, an aspect of his practice that allows him to capture the character and presence of his subjects directly. His recent exhibitions have received critical acclaim.

Over the years, Tri has participated in solo and group exhibitions in Vietnam and internationally, including exhibitions in Japan and the UK. His paintings are held in private collections in the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom.