Japanese crafts introduced in Vietnam

(VOV) - An exhibition entitled “Japan Handmade: Crafts and Design from Kyoto” opened in Hanoi on April 23. Opera performance to mark Vietnam-Japan ties The event, co-organized by the Japan Foundation Centre for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam, Hanoi University of Industrial Fine Arts, the … [Read more...]

Spotlight thrown on aspects of modernity

VietNamNet Bridge – Through the 19 oil paintings displayed in his first solo exhibition, Dao Quoc Huy reveals the life of people in urban areas, reflects the workings of modern society and, to some extent, the visitors' inner mind.  Modern society: A painting by Dao Quoc Huy entitled Bong Cua … [Read more...]

International art network launches studio in Vietnam

Room 13, an UK-based independent art studio network for young people that spans over 13 countries has opened its first studio in Ho Chi Minh City. The Vietnamese studio, sponsored by creative art group TBWA, will offer free art classes for children aged 8-12 with activities that encourage … [Read more...]

Kid Art class more than just creativity

Bach Tuyet and children in the Kid Art class at her home in District 3 - Photo: My Tran

By My Tran in HCMC Tucked in a small alley off Tran Quoc Toan Street in District 3, the Kid Art class by artist Bach Tuyet is a venue for children aged 5 to 15 indulge in and show off their talents, passion and creativity. Using her home as an artistic playground, Tuyet recognizes that … [Read more...]

Ha Noi Literature Temple offers calligraphy class

A Sino-Nom calligraphy training programme will open this September at the Temple of Literature. The programme is based on past Sino-Nom training programmes, which aims to provide trainees with a basic knowledge of Chinese characters and Nom (Vietnamese characters transferred from Chinese ones) … [Read more...]