Coming to the North Central region Fine Arts exhibition, the public is attracted by the simplicity and familiarity when many of the exhibited works are inspired by the very familiar living and family life.
“The image of the countryside with farmers harvesting crops comes to life. The author does not describe much about the workers in the picture, but the bright yellow colors represent a bountiful harvest in contrast to the idyllic, quietness of the deep colors - where the farmers make the viewer feel. feel the beauty of their labor, even though it's hard work, it's still full of joy," Hoang Van Thanh, a student at the University of Science, Hue University shared about the painting "Rural day in season" by artist Trinh. Hoang Tan (Quang Tri province).
The bountiful seasons are also topics chosen by many authors. Using deep, contrasting colors, the work "Flying Dream" by artist Nguyen Luong Sang (Quang Binh province) brings viewers to a fishing boat, with the hardships of fishermen.
The image of hands that have gone through so much wind and fog, bare feet steady in front of the waves, and the boat and fish represent the wishes of successful offshore trips. The exhibition also introduces to the public the work "Season of herring" by painter Le Thuan Long (Quang Binh province) with handmade fabrics. The image of herring swimming in the ocean is skillfully shown by the artist, and the novel material also receives the hearts of viewers.
The society in the doi moi period also inspired many authors. The image of the pier at the Formosa factory (Ha Tinh), with the durable cargo and export trains day and night, was sent to the public by artist Nguyen Van Duong (Ha Tinh province) through the painting "The pier with roof" with pigment material.
The paintings "Port town" (artist Ngo Duy Luong, Thanh Hoa province), "Sounds of a new day" (artist Le Dan Te, Quang Binh province) or "The homeland of renewal" (artist Pham Thi Hong Dat) , Quang Binh province) describes the work of people in the renovation period of the country.
In particular, the work "New rhythm of life" by artist Nguyen Dinh Truyen (Nghe An province) brings the public to the beats and sounds of the period of industrialization and modernization of the country.
Using paper carving materials, the artist described the workers, creating roads and modern works. This is also one of two works that won the B prize at the exhibition.
The other B prize winning work is the painting "Vi vu" by artist Hoang Thanh Phong (Thua Thien Hue province). The picture looks so "real" that some people think it's a photograph. The image of two pine cones lying on the ground reminds the public of the afternoon wanderings of youth, of endless, tangled and confused thoughts like the way pine leaves lie on the ground. The image of pine cones is also considered a symbol of life and happiness.
Images of soldiers also appear in works at the exhibition. The works "Gifts to Truong Sa" (artist Ho Thanh Tho, Quang Tri province) and "We soldiers on a remote island" (artist Le Trong Tan, Thanh Hoa province) are the love sent to the soldiers in the first place. The waves and winds, despite difficulties, still cling to the land and sea to maintain the country's country.
The work "The War" by painter Truong Minh Luyen (Quang Binh province) also moved viewers with the image of a selfless firefighter rushing into the fire to rescue a trapped baby.
Mai Thi Ngoc Oanh, Standing Vice President of the Vietnam Fine Arts Association shared, although this year's exhibition has not had many new points in terms of development force (not many young painters have participated in it yet), appearance (not yet many young artists participating in the exhibition). There are many new genres), but it has also created an opportunity for artists to rework their skills, change their perspective, and explore new things to get out of their comfort zone.
The works participating in the exhibition have reflected the good traditional cultural values, the socio-economic achievements of the homeland and the country; thereby, creating spiritual cultural values imbued with national cultural identity.
Mr. Ho Dang Thanh Ngoc, Chairman of the Provincial Union of Arts and Culture Associations, said that the exhibition is an opportunity for artists in the North Central provinces to meet and exchange.
“For artists, the exhibition is not only an opportunity to admire the works of colleagues to continue creating, but also a source of encouragement for artists to continue developing their careers. close.
Although the circumstances and material conditions for composing are sometimes limited, the artists are still committed to creating, discovering their inner world, dedicating experiences and emotions to the public. for the society with his works", expressed Mr. Ho Dang Thanh Ngoc.
