A reunion of dreams

Eight contemporary artists have come together with 32 works at the art exhibition 'Dream of Dreams', which recently opened at Boi Tran Garden, Hue.

The exhibition "Dream of Dreams" presents to the public 32 artworks by 8 contemporary artists in Hue - Photo: NHAT LINH

On the afternoon of March 20th, the art exhibition "Dream of Dreams" opened at Boi Tran Garden (Thuy Xuan Ward, Hue City), attracting the attention of the art community and art lovers in Hue.

The exhibition features 32 works by 8 contemporary artists, creating a meeting point between different generations and artistic styles.

Master Tran Nguyen Dan showcased his masterful woodblock printing technique through works such as "Drunk at the Market" and "Legend of Saint Giong ," evoking folk legends with vibrant colors.

Meanwhile, Tran Van Mang preserved the tranquility of the ancient capital through oil paintings such as "Green Street ," "Sunshine Through the Village," and "Winter ."

A modern perspective and structuralism are clearly evident in Phan Thanh Bình's works, particularly in his "architecture of color" such as * Garden of Eden *, *Shadows of Time* , and *Echoes* .

A foreign visitor admires paintings at the "Dream of Dreams" exhibition - Photo: NHAT LINH

Originally an educator, artist Phan Thanh Bình, formerly the Rector of the University of Arts - Hue University, possesses an artistic mindset that is both romantic and highly rational.

Participating in the exhibition "Dream of Dreams" at Boi Tran Garden, he presented a world structured by dense layers of color and full of contemplation.

The romance of light and space is perfectly captured by Tran Anh Huy through moments of bustling streets such as "Bach Dang Street after the rain" and "Spring flowers on the street" . Conversely, Hoang Dang Khanh creates a dreamy, tranquil world in "Moon in the city" or "House on the hill" .

The artwork "Moon Over the Street" by Hoang Dang Khanh - Photo: NHAT LINH

Two young artists, Nguyen Vu Lan and Le Thua Hai, made a strong impression with their "excavations" of form and matter on the surface of their paintings through works such as *Sediment* , *Interference* , and the trilogy * Traces *.

A notable highlight is the work of artist Le Huu Long, with his expansive panoramic perspective in "The Repeating Northwest ."

The most striking feature in Le Huu Long's paintings is his powerful use of color. He is not afraid to use primary, contrasting colors, yet they are incredibly harmonious thanks to his keen sense of light. This is clearly evident in his works depicting Hue's heritage and highland landscapes.

The artwork "Fragrance of Paulownia Trees" by Le Huu Long - Photo: NHAT LINH

With works like "The Green Imperial Palace" or "The Scent of the Paulownia Tree ," Le Huu Long's paintings portray the Hue Imperial City as both majestic and richly sculptural, opening up a dialogue between heritage and contemporary art.

According to the organizers, the exhibition is not just a display but also a space for connection between artists and the public, where each artwork contributes to weaving a multifaceted artistic "dream".

The exhibition is open to visitors from now until March 23rd.

The exhibition "Dream of Dreams" is open to the public until March 23rd at Boi Tran Garden on Kim Son Hill (Thuy Xuan Ward, Hue City) - Photo: NHAT LINH

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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/cuoc-hoi-ngo-cua-nhung-giac-mo-20260320192828592.htm