Camera angles that touch the heart.

Simultaneously taking on multiple roles: a sharp writer for the Labor Newspaper covering culture and arts, a reputable film critic, a photographer with numerous prestigious awards both domestically and internationally, and a respected curator and judge in national photography competitions... It can be said that the travel, writing, and creative capacity of journalist and photographer Viet Van are truly remarkable.

Despite being from a family of artists, Viet Van didn't choose the path of "salon" journalism. Instead, he truly immersed himself in experiencing life and its fascinating moments, sharing images that reflect the essence of life and the human condition with the public. It's worth noting that if an artist takes on too many roles, they might struggle in one area. In Viet Van's case, however, he demonstrates a deep understanding and mastery in every field he pursues.

Vietnamese journalist and photographer Viet Van at the "My Mother" exhibition in Greece. Photo provided by the subject.

Veteran photographer Quang Phùng explained this: “Viet Van reads a lot, thinks a lot, experiments a lot, researches a lot, and is also a journalist. It is this continuous self-improvement that gives Van's photographs their unique personality. Van's photographic style is also different from others. The perspective of a journalist and a photographer in Van complement each other.”

What I appreciate most about Viet Van's works is that I feel immersed in a spatial dimension he has designed and arranged—completely natural yet clearly revealing the composition of light, objects, people, and scenery; conveying the emotions of the creative subject and the central character of the work. From there, the work speaks, has its own life, and silently tells its own story, prompting reflection from different viewers. This has become his consistent photographic style since the exhibition "Dao and Life" (2006) and the series "Generals in Peacetime," reflecting the everyday lives of 12 generals (2009), and continues to this day.

That fascinating style isn't just in his photography; every article he writes, whether it's a simple reflection, a detailed portrait of a person's contribution, or an essay containing a high level of scientific content... Discerning readers will notice that behind each layer of text or the layout of his articles, there's a tightly structured composition with content, depth, and even polarized areas of light. He strives to use the polarizing lens of his camera, the filter of his intellect, the subtlety and wonder of language, and the empathy of his heart to capture the vibrations of human life in his works.

Viet Van shared: “Holding a camera helps me perceive life around me in more dimensions and express my personal voice. Photography is a language without borders.” Over 30 years in the profession, Viet Van has had 11 solo exhibitions, including the “My Mother” exhibition held at Photometria (Greece); participated in more than 50 group exhibitions in Asia, Europe, and America, including the “Fifth Exposure Annual Awards” exhibition held at the Louvre Museum (Paris, France); and published 7 books on diverse subjects. He has also won dozens of prestigious international photography awards, and his work has been published in many famous photography publications across continents.

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