Spreading the essence of calligraphy from the Port City.

The Hai Phong Calligraphy Competition 2025 concluded with 215 entries, leaving a deep impression of love for calligraphy and pride in the courageous and victorious city.

Scenes from the awards ceremony. Photo: DO HIEN

On the morning of September 7th, at Luu Gia Palace Restaurant ( Hai Phong ), the Hai Phong Center for Calligraphy, Couplets and Han-Nom Studies held a closing ceremony and awarded prizes for the Hai Phong City Calligraphy Competition 2025.

The Organizing Committee awarded the first prize to author Ngo Thu An. Photo: DO HIEN

After nearly four months since its launch, the competition attracted 215 entries from 56 authors from 11 provinces and cities. The works were diverse in materials, ranging from traditional Vietnamese dó paper, silk, wood, and curtains to ceramics, and varied in expression, from Sino-Vietnamese script to Vietnamese calligraphy. Many creations were linked to the theme "Hai Phong - Loyal, Brave, and Victorious," depicting the tradition of nation-building and defense, and the strong growth of the port city.

Calligrapher Le Thien Ly demonstrates his calligraphy art at the event. Photo: DO HIEN

The organizers noted the participation of many generations, from authors in their 80s to 13-year-old teenagers, creating a space where tradition and youthful energy converge. In particular, many works impressed with their unique creativity: gold-plated calligraphy, 3D embossed lettering, the incorporation of ink wash techniques, or peony motifs within each character.

Delegates view calligraphy artworks. Photo: DO HIEN

The judging panel awarded 1 first prize, 3 second prizes, 16 third prizes, and 26 consolation prizes, along with certificates of participation, to the authors. The competition left a lasting impression as a meaningful cultural and artistic activity, contributing to the dissemination of the essence of Vietnamese calligraphy, fostering a love for the written word, and instilling pride in the heroic city of Hai Phong.

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Source: https://baohaiphong.vn/lan-toa-tinh-hoa-thu-phap-tu-thanh-pho-cang-520208.html