Opening of Vietnamese art exhibition at Katara Cultural Village, Qatar
WVR - The "Hon Viet" (Vietnamese Soul) Art exhibition opens up new cultural cooperation opportunities, further strengthening the friendship between Vietnam and Qatar.
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| Guests visit the "Hon Viet" art exhibition at Katara Cultural Village. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in Qatar) |
On September 9, at Katara Cultural Village – Qatar's leading centre for arts and cultural exchange, the Vietnamese Embassy in Qatar, in collaboration with the Katara organizing committee, solemnly opened the "Hon Viet" art exhibition.
The event runs from September 9-20, showcasing to the Qatari public and international friends the outstanding works of three Vietnamese artists from different generations and schools.
The three artists featured in the exhibition demonstrate the diversity, depth, and creativity of Vietnamese art. Artist Nguyen Minh Son, one of the leading figures in contemporary painting, presents landscapes capturing the serene beauty of his homeland. With vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes, his paintings evoke emotions and nostalgia for Vietnam's nature and life.
Additionally, artist Khong Do Duy brings works rich in symbolism and convention, deeply influenced by Eastern philosophy. The harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, meditation spirit, and unique composition creates a balanced space imbued with Eastern essence in his paintings.
Notably, female artist Vuong Linh – dubbed the "rose" of Vietnamese art, infuses the exhibition with fresh vitality. Inspired by nature and the vigor of spring, her paintings are poetic, offering viewers a sense of peace, optimism, and vitality.
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| Vietnamese Ambassador to Qatar Nguyen Huy Hiep speaks at the exhibition's opening ceremony. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in Qatar) |
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vietnamese Ambassador to Qatar Nguyen Huy Hiep stated: “The exhibition is not merely an art event but a cultural bridge connecting the two nations. Through these paintings, we hope the Qatari public can feel the soul of Vietnam – a nation rich in resilience, compassion, and creativity, while also strengthening the friendship and mutual understanding between the two countries.”
According to the Ambassador, the choice of the name "Hon Viet" carries profound meaning. It not only introduces the image of the country and its people but also reflects the spirit of peace, appreciation for diversity, and optimism towards the future of the Vietnamese nation.
The exhibition is part of the cultural diplomacy and people-to-people diplomacy initiatives that the Vietnamese Embassy in Qatar consistently promotes. Through art events, the Embassy aims to complement the increasingly developing political and economic relations between the two countries, while also spreading Vietnamese cultural values to the international community.
Ambassador Nguyen Huy Hiep also expressed deep gratitude to Katara Cultural Village for their enthusiastic support in organizing the exhibition in such a prestigious and symbolic space for promoting international dialogue and exchange.
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| The exhibition introduces the Qatari public and international friends to the outstanding works of three Vietnamese artists from different generations and schools. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in Qatar) |
He also extended his appreciation to entrepreneur and art collector Hana Dang for her significant contributions to ensuring the exhibition's success, as well as her continuous efforts in promoting Vietnamese art to the world.
The "Hon Viet" exhibition is expected to leave a mark not only in the realm of art but also to open up new cultural cooperation opportunities, further tightening the friendship between Vietnam and Qatar. Through expressive works, the international public has more opportunities to explore, understand, and experience a Vietnam rich in identity, resilience, and creativity.
