Chrystal Phan’s paintings focus on interpreting the world through a lens of existential confusion and frustration. These sentiments are expressed in various series, from dolls, nocturne landscapes and genre paintings of everyday life.

Throughout her early artist career she has received support from the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation, the Canada Council for the Arts, and received an Honourable Mention for her piece, "Self Portrait" at the 2023 Kingston Prize portrait competition. 

Her works are housed in collections across North America, including in the permanent collections of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria and the Royal BC Museum.