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LinDa Saphan is a Cambodian-born artist and scholar whose work bridges the realms of memory, identity, and urban transformation. Rooted in a deep connection to her heritage, Saphan’s art explores themes of cultural resilience, nostalgia, and the ever-shifting landscapes of Cambodia. Her mixed-media creations—ranging from intricate line drawings to textured installations—reflect a dialogue between past and present, tradition and modernity. With exhibitions spanning international galleries and institutions, Saphan continues to push boundaries, using art as both a personal exploration and a tool for social reflection. Her upcoming novella, A Few Acres of Snow, follows Chenda, a young Cambodian girl grappling with the challenges of adapting to her new home while piecing together her fragmented memories. Set to be published by Kampu Mera in July 2025, the story explores themes of displacement, identity, and resilience.
A trained anthropologist and passionate advocate for the arts, Saphan’s research delves into Cambodia’s artistic and musical history, uncovering lost narratives and amplifying the voices of creative communities. Beyond her studio practice, she has played a vital role in revitalizing Cambodia’s cultural scene, as the lead researcher and associate producer of the documentary Don’t Think I’ve Forgotten: Cambodia’s Lost Rock & Roll and working on various projects that celebrate and preserve the country's artistic legacy. She has acted as executive producer for several other film projects. She is the author of Faded Reels: The Art of Four Cambodian Filmmakers 1960-1975, published by the Royal University of Phnom Penh in 2022, and Remnant of the Past: A Filmography of Cambodian Early Cinema in 2024. Saphan, a Fulbright Scholar, is currently a professor of sociology, and in 2025, she became the Assistant Dean of the School of Social Sciences at the University of Mount Saint Vincent.
