The first To Ngoc Van Award

The Fine Arts Magazine, in collaboration with relevant organizations, has just launched the first To Ngoc Van Drawing Contest and Award - 2026. The organizing committee aims for this contest and award to become an annual event for students of universities and colleges with art majors both domestically and internationally.

The competition is organized to commemorate the 120th anniversary of the birth of painter To Ngoc Van (1906-2026). With the theme "Painting a New Era," the organizers aim for works that vividly reflect the spirit of Vietnam in the new era of development; the nation's aspiration to rise in the process of international integration; and showcase the beauty of Vietnam's land and people. Each author can submit multiple entries, using various materials such as oil paint, lacquer, watercolor, mixed media, computer graphics, etc.

Entries must have been created between 2025 and 2026 and must not have previously participated in or won awards at any competitions or exhibitions, either domestically or internationally. The deadline for submissions is October 31, 2026.

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Source: https://baocantho.com.vn/giai-thuong-to-ngoc-van-lan-thu-i-a208414.html

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