The sound of brushes touching canvas, the hushed discussions about color and composition, and the laughter of children blended together to create a special atmosphere at the Art Workshop held on the campus of Quy Nhon College of Technology.
Choosing a small corner in his studio, Mr. Tran Minh Phuc (born in 1968) meticulously completes the final touches on his painting using acrylic paint. Few would guess that this man, who has passed retirement age, is currently a first-year fine arts student.
Sharing his journey back to the classroom at an age when many people have chosen a peaceful life with their children and grandchildren, Mr. Phuc affirmed: "Age is just a number. What matters is health, passion, and energy for painting. Learning throughout life is never-ending, because art is boundless."
That simple saying is also one of the messages that the Art Workshop at the Faculty of Culture and Arts, Quy Nhon College of Technology (Quy Nhon Bac Ward) wanted to spread. Over the two days of the program (May 31st - June 1st), hundreds of students, art enthusiasts, schoolchildren, and parents participated in professional exchange activities, creative practice, and painting experiences.
Among the three guest artists of the program, there is a particularly noteworthy artist, Dang Mau Tuu, a former member of the Art Council of the Vietnam Fine Arts Association. A native of Phu My, Mr. Tuu frequently visits his hometown. However, this return holds a very different significance as he serves as a guest speaker at the Fine Arts Workshop. What he found most valuable was the boundless learning spirit of the participants.
He shared how moved he was to see many older students still diligently pursuing their passion for painting. This proves that it's never too late to learn and creativity knows no age boundaries.
Besides engaging in professional exchanges with art students, painter Dang Mau Tuu also wants to pass on to the younger generation the artistic knowledge he has accumulated over decades of his career. "I hope to pass on to future generations what I have learned and experienced, along with the fire of enthusiasm and passion for art. Doing so would truly make me happy," shared painter Dang Mau Tuu.
That joy came to the veteran artist at a children's painting experience on the morning of June 1st. Here, the children were guided through some basic art principles, then freely created their own paintings. Artist Dang Mau Tuu himself also participated in painting and guiding the children.
After the experience, with the support of the students and lecturers, Pham Cam Hien (14 years old) and her younger sister Pham Cam Tien (8 years old) excitedly showed off their artwork.
“My painting received praise for its background. Today, I also learned a lot about things like coloring, mixing colors, and shading. My sister and I will practice drawing more at home this summer,” Cẩm Hiền excitedly shared.
Watching the young "artists" engrossed in their easels, artist Dang Mau Tuu believes that art education for children is of particular importance in the process of character formation. According to him, when a child begins to explore the world, color and sound are the first elements that affect their emotions. Therefore, fine arts and music not only help develop talent but also contribute to nurturing the soul, the ability to appreciate beauty, and awareness of life.
According to lecturer Tran Tuan - Deputy Head of the Faculty of Culture and Arts, the workshop was organized with the desire to bring fine arts closer to life, creating opportunities for students and art lovers to experience and explore new materials and creative methods.
"What surprised the organizers was the program's overwhelming appeal. Many young people, upon hearing about it, proactively applied to participate. Many parents, after witnessing their children's enthusiastic creativity, expressed their desire for more similar activities," said lecturer Tran Tuan.
Concluding the Art Workshop, what remains is not only the colorful paintings but also the inspiration about the never-ending journey of learning. There, young children picking up a brush for the first time, students pursuing their careers, and even those who have lived most of their lives, all share a common point: a passion for creativity. As long as that passion is maintained, age is just a number.
Source: https://baogialai.com.vn/workshop-my-thuat-2026-tuoi-tac-chi-la-con-so-post588833.html
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