Going viral on social media: 10-year-old boy with 'million-view' drawing talent

Although he has never attended any school, Nguyen Quang Nghia (10 years old, living in Dak Lak) has become an 'internet phenomenon' thanks to his painting talent.

I love drawing more than playing.

Recently, many drawing clips of Nghia shared on social networks by his father, Nguyen Quang Duong (36 years old), have received "millions of hearts" from netizens. The portraits, animals, and calligraphy drawings of the 10-year-old boy are considered very soulful, receiving a "huge" amount of interaction.

Clips of Nghia drawing attract "millions of views" on social networks

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Netizens expressed their admiration for the boy's painting talent. Many people wanted Nghia to draw them pictures or give him difficult challenges to complete. Sharing with Thanh Nien , Mr. Duong said that his house in Ea Kao commune, Buon Ma Thuot city (Dak Lak) is full of paintings drawn by his son. The father confided that Nghia has loved drawing since he was young and about a year ago he started drawing a lot. He affirmed that his son has not attended any art classes, he only looked at samples online or other paintings and drew them, gradually "improving". "Besides perseverance and effort, my son has shown talent since he was young. Since he started drawing at the age of 3, I saw that he could draw many difficult lines. As he grew up, his love of painting became more evident. Many neighbors came to his house to invite him to hang out, but because he loved drawing, he often refused. He loved drawing more than playing!", he recounted. Seeing that his son loves to draw, the father always creates conditions for him to fully indulge his passion. More than a year ago, he decided to record the moments when his son drew and post them on social media to preserve memories for his son as well as help him interact with friends with the same hobby. He was surprised to receive attention from the online community, with some clips reaching 7-8 million views, likes and shares. Mr. Duong added that many people who liked Nghia's paintings came to his house hoping he would give them paintings to hang up. Because they loved their son, many uncles and aunts also gave Nghia a small amount of money to buy cakes, brushes or paints to continue his passion.

" I dream of becoming an artist"

Nguyen Quang Nghia expressed that when he draws, he feels comfortable and happy. Besides his own ideas, the suggestions from his followers on social networks are also a rich source of inspiration for him to create soulful drawings.

The 10-year-old boy's drawings received many compliments and positive feedback.

"I dream of becoming an artist when I grow up. My drawings are posted online and loved by you, I feel very happy. Thank you very much!", Nghia said politely.

Mr. Duong has 3 children, Nghia is the oldest son and will be in 5th grade this year. He currently works as a construction worker, repairing machines to earn money to raise his children and take care of his family. As a father, he always balances his passion for painting and his children's schoolwork as well as letting them participate in outdoor activities and learn soft skills, hoping that they can develop comprehensively. Commenting on his son's personality, Mr. Duong said that Nghia is very obedient and obedient to his parents. The father hopes that when he grows up, his son will become a useful person to society, knowing how to care for and love people. "No matter what your dreams or plans are for the future, your parents are ready to accompany and support you," Mr. Duong said.

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Source: https://thanhnien.vn/lan-toa-tren-mang-xa-hoi-be-trai-10-tuoi-voi-tai-ve-tranh-trieu-view-185240715233527608.htm