Displaying paintings made with 9999 gold on a metal background.

From December 10th to December 20th, at the Fine Arts Exhibition House, 16 Ngo Quyen Street, an exhibition of gold paintings by Vu Khac Diep (artistic name Thien Hai) titled "Gold Paintings of Enlightenment" was held.

The exhibition opens up a unique artistic space, showcasing a complete collection of gold-painted metal artworks – a unique series recognized and recognized as a world record by the Vietnam Creative and Copyright Association on September 21, 2025. This is an opportunity for art lovers to learn about a unique creative journey, with paintings created using new materials and techniques.

Artist Thien Hai, who has spent many years researching, experimenting, and persistently pursuing the technique of processing 9999 gold on metal surfaces, where light becomes the language and the golden hue becomes the spirit of each image.

The exhibition's title perfectly reflects the artist's artistic journey, from technique to emotion, from materials to philosophy. If "Gold Painting" represents Thien Hai's unique artistry, where gold is not just a material but also an identity, then "Enlightenment"   It is the state that the artwork brings to the viewer: an expansion of awareness, inner tranquility, and a source of vitality awakened through each layer of light.

Each painting in the "Golden Enlightenment" series opens up a unique world; some are serene and sacred, others powerful and joyful, and still others vibrant and auspicious. Together, they create a rich, multi-layered, and profound journey of appreciation. For Thien Hai, this is a journey of meticulous creative work. For the viewer, it is an opportunity to step into a fascinating experience.