Creating art that speaks the message of beauty, traditions, and love of the Vietnamese people, XQ Vietnam is a group of artists aiming to restore the traditional, national art form of embroidery. Established in 1994 by married couple, Vo Van Quan and Hoang Le Xuan, XQ resides in a large mountain complex in Dat Lat, Vietnam. The 2,000 female artists of XQ focus on meditation and returning to national traditions through their art. There is never any expectation of time for any piece, allowing the artists to focus on their intricate skill.