Nurturing artistic talent through painting workshops.

For children, drawing is not only a recreational activity but also helps develop thinking skills, imagination, and observation abilities. However, not every family has the resources to provide their children with formal art education. To give children the opportunity to express their abilities and passion for painting, several drawing workshops have recently been established in Nam Dinh city.

Under the guidance of experienced instructors, the children are free to create colorful works of art.

At the workshop, children are guided and experience basic drawing techniques, color mixing, and painting. Ms. Tran Thi Kim Nhung, the owner of a shop on Vu Trong Phung Street ( Nam Dinh City), said: Every weekend, she organizes workshops with different themes such as basic art, loving brushstrokes, letters and textures… with many attractive activities, hoping to provide a creative space for her two children and other children. Participating in the workshops, the children are guided on colors and participate in painting on themes such as animals, nature, and fairy tale characters; Drawing on various materials: fabric, wood, stone, t-shirts, shoes… Ms. Nhung added: “Participating in painting workshops can help children develop creative thinking, boost self-confidence; improve observation and concentration skills; develop communication and teamwork skills; relax and relieve stress; help children temporarily disconnect from technology devices and immerse themselves in colors, scenery, and nature. Many parents discover their children's passions and talents and invest in their development.”

Ms. Tran Thi Thuy Linh, residing on Tran Nhat Duat Street (Nam Dinh City), whose son is 7 years old, said: "Seeing that my son enjoys drawing and coloring, I looked into art classes to enroll him in during the summer. Through friends' recommendations, I learned about a children's art workshop that provides all the necessary materials and supplies. At the workshop, under the guidance of experienced instructors, my son learned about colors and basic techniques, allowing him to freely express his creativity with colors and images. He was very enthusiastic and enjoyed the time drawing. I noticed he was more attentive and focused for longer periods. After a few trial sessions, if he truly develops a passion for art, I will invest in more advanced art classes tailored to his age," Ms. Linh added.

The workshops usually attract children aged 4 to 10, who get to choose from a variety of themes and draw freely, making them very enthusiastic. Ms. Nguyen Thu Quyen from Giai Phong Street (Nam Dinh City) shared: “After three painting workshops, my child was always very excited about their artwork when they came home. It could be a drawing of their favorite character, a school bag they created themselves, or a bookmark they colored. If I hadn't taken my child to these activities, I wouldn't have thought they could be so creative.”

Kohi Cafe, located on Loc Vuong Lake Road, Loc Vuong Ward (Nam Dinh City), is also one of the venues that organizes various workshops such as flower arrangement, painting, and embroidery. Among these, the painting workshops attract many students and young people. Ms. Pham Ngoc Anh, the owner of Kohi Cafe, shared that the workshops don't require participants to be particularly skilled or knowledgeable about painting. During the workshops, she often invites teachers and inspirational figures to share their knowledge and experience, thereby evoking emotions in each person. In a quiet space with readily available materials, everyone can freely create, explore their own abilities in painting, and feel relaxed after stressful hours of studying and working. In addition, she also organizes painting workshops with families, creating opportunities for parents and children to bond through art.

Painting workshops not only provide children with fun moments but also offer them opportunities to develop their imagination, creative thinking, and expressive skills. Participating in colorful art classes helps children discover their passion and become more confident in the world of painting.

Text and photos: Dieu Linh

Source: https://baonamdinh.vn/xa-hoi/202504/uommam-hoi-hoa-tu-cacworkshop-ve-tranh-41336c0/