In recent years, the photography movement in Nam Dinh has made significant progress, from the number of participants to the quality of works in regional and international competitions. Through the lens of photography, the works have vividly reflected the beauty of traditional culture, authentically depicting the rhythm of life of the land and people of Nam Dinh on the journey of integration and development.
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| Practical creative activities of the Photography Department (Nam Dinh Province Literature and Arts Association). |
The Photography Department of the Provincial Literature and Arts Association currently has 25 members, including 9 members of the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists (VAPA) and 2 artists awarded the title of International Photographic Artist (A.FIAP). Famous names such as Dinh Duy Quang, Tran The Long, Chu The Vinh, Dinh Huu Tuyen, Mai Quoc Cach, La Thuong Sy, Nguyen Ngoc Quang, Phan Huy Vinh, Dinh Trung Thanh... are still enthusiastic about creating. Besides, the young generation of promising artists such as Tran Hung, Son Ha, Do Ngoc Ha, Dinh Van Quan... are gradually affirming their talents, contributing to promoting the development of the movement. To promote the photography movement, the Provincial Association of Literature and Arts organizes many practical creative activities every year. In 2024, the Photography Department organized a field trip to three districts of Hai Hau, Xuan Truong and Giao Thuy, focusing on exploring traditional craft villages and cultural heritages. In early spring, members also actively participated in composing at events such as: Tran Temple Seal Opening Festival, Spring Vieng Fair in Vu Ban and Nam Truc, Ngoc Tien Temple Festival (Xuan Truong), and many famous craft villages. These trips not only created favorable conditions for composing activities, but also provided opportunities for members to exchange and learn from experiences, thereby improving the quality of their works.
The year 2024 marks the outstanding achievements of Nam Dinh's artists. Artist Dinh Huu Tuyen had 11 works exhibited at international competitions. Artist Tran The Long won 2 Gold Medals, 2 Silver Medals and 5 Certificates of Honor at international competitions. At the 6th "Nam Dinh - Land and People" photo contest and exhibition, the Photography category made its mark with 54/70 works selected for display, accounting for 77.1%. Notably, all 21 participating authors had works selected for display at the exhibition. Notably, Tran Van Hung with 8 works won 1 Second Prize and 2 Consolation Prizes; Dinh Van Quan impressed with 6 works, including 1 First Prize and 2 Consolation Prizes; Vu Van Khoa owned 5 works and 1 Third Prize; Tran Viet Du had 4 works, including 1 Second Prize. At the Nam Dinh Art Photography Contest 2024 organized by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism under the auspices of the Vietnam Association of Photographers, the category had 18 works exhibited. Of which, Photographer Tran Van Hung won the Second Prize; Do Ngoc Ha won the Third Prize and 1 Encouragement Prize. The 2024 Red River Delta Art Photography Festival witnessed the participation of Nam Dinh with 9 works exhibited. Of which, Dinh Cuong Quang had 2 works, other artists such as Ngoc Quang, Vu Thi Minh Chau, Dinh Van Quan, Vu Thanh Nam each contributed 1 work. At the national level, at the Vietnam Art Photography Contest and Exhibition 2024, the work "Raising mangrove bees" by Photographer Tran Van Hung was selected for exhibition, demonstrating the creativity and quality of Nam Dinh's photographic works. In addition to major competitions in the province and region, Nam Dinh photographers have also achieved impressive results in many other playgrounds. Do Ngoc Ha with the work "Trang An in the Festival Season" exhibited in Ho Chi Minh City and "Butterfly Season in Cuc Phuong" exhibited in Ninh Binh. Vu Thanh Nam made his mark with the Third Prize in the "Nam Dinh - Land and People" contest, the Second Prize in the "Beauty of Vietnam" Art Photography Contest organized by Nhan Dan Newspaper with the photo series: "The Secret of the Sea" and many other awards at events organized by Thanh Nien Newspaper, the ASEAN Press and Art Photo Club. In addition, the department also sent photos to competitions nationwide, contributing to promoting the image of Nam Dinh. The results achieved in 2024 are a testament to the tireless efforts of the Photography Department, the Nam Dinh Provincial Literature and Arts Association. The rich creative activities, the close connection between artists and the creative spirit have helped the Nam Dinh photography movement to reach further and further. In the future, the department will continue to create conditions for members to participate more in photography playgrounds at home and abroad, thereby affirming the position of Nam Dinh photography on the map of Vietnamese art.
Along with the exciting activities of the Photography Department members of the Provincial Literature and Arts Association, many photography enthusiasts have gathered to establish clubs, creating a useful and healthy art playground. The clubs contribute to promoting the photography movement, being a place to exchange, share experiences and create art. Thanh Nam Photography Club has been operating for more than 10 years, attracting many famous photographers in the province such as Vu Tuan Khanh, Son Ha, Kieu Duc Chung... Every year, the Club regularly organizes field trips for members to practice composing and learn from reality. Through each practical composition session, members have improved their photography skills, developed their own artistic perspectives, and expressed colorful life through the lens. In addition to composing, the Club also organizes many meaningful charity activities such as selling photos to raise funds to support flood victims in the Central region and poor children in the mountains. Giao Thuy Photography Club was established in 1993 and currently has more than 20 members. This is a place to exchange and learn about photography, from basic to advanced skills, especially post-processing. The club regularly organizes creative trips to villages and festivals in and outside the province. Members' photos often contain deep emotions and meaningful stories, achieving "maturity" in composition, light, and ideas. The Photography - Camera Club of Ba Lat region was established in 1995, bringing together artists and photography lovers from 9 coastal communes and towns. With nearly 20 members, the club regularly organizes field trips to craft villages and scenic spots in the province. After each trip, the Executive Committee organizes activities to comment, learn from experience and improve the quality of members' creations.
In addition to traditional Photography Clubs, in recent years, many fanpages such as “Nam Dinh Photography”, “Friendly Photo Club” and “Friends Who Love Beautiful Nature” have been established, creating online exchanges for the photography community. In particular, the fanpage “Nam Dinh Photography” was established in 2018 and currently has more than 8,500 members, a place to share photographic works on many topics such as landscapes, portraits, daily life, etc. The activities of photography clubs and online playgrounds have contributed to spreading the love of art, promoting the Nam Dinh photography movement to develop more and more strongly and diversely.
To maintain its vitality, the Provincial Arts and Literature Association and Photography Clubs continue to focus on investing in creative activities, expanding exchanges with other provinces and cities, and creating conditions for young photographers to assert themselves. With the achievements, Nam Dinh photography is not only a bridge to bring the homeland's culture to friends from all over the world, but also a testament to the endless creativity of art lovers. This is a solid foundation for Nam Dinh photography to continue to flourish, contributing to enriching the cultural identity of Vietnam in the integration period.
Article and photos: Viet Du
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