Ribbon-cutting Ceremony for the Exhibition
The exhibition “Thousands of Miles of Rivers and Mountains” is the largest annual exhibition organized by the I Draw Club, continuing the success of previous exhibitions that resonated within the art community and the public, such as “I Draw Hanoi”, “Colorful Dreams”…
Artwork: Capital Flag Tower by Phuong Doan
The exhibition is held to commemorate the 80th anniversary of National Day September 2
With more than 150 works by 34 artists, the exhibition aims to honor the majestic and poetic beauty of Vietnam’s landscape through the creative perspectives of contemporary painters. From the grand natural scenery in Gia Gia’s paintings, the nostalgic library window in Luu Ngoc Linh’s works, the bright joyfulness in Doan Linh Phuong’s pieces, the vast highland in Minh Ngoc’s paintings; the spirit of capturing small details to nurture the homeland in Giang Lai’s paintings, or the bustling, lively craft villages in Hai Anh and Phuong Thao’s works; the lyrical expressions from the sea to urban streets in Tuyen Nguyen’s paintings, the luxurious elegance in Doan Huong’s lacquer paintings, the purity like silk paintings by Nguyen Thi Thanh Luu, My Linh… all bring viewers to familiar yet astonishingly vibrant landscapes.
Artwork: An Autumn Day by Tuyen Nguyen
Artwork: Peaceful Street by Luu Ngoc Linh
Perhaps the most impressive are the innocent, radiant strokes in the series of paintings by 14 young artists such as Nguyen Lan Nhi, Dao Nha Uyen, Nguyen Ha Trang, Nguyen Gia Long, Nguyen Huong Uyen, Lai Da Thao Chi, Nguyen Linh Giang, Nguyen Thu Thao, Le Tuong Linh…
Artwork: Red Sail Catching the Wind in Ha Long Bay by young artist Pham Khanh Chi
A representative from the Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam Center for Cultural and Scientific Activities, Ms. Nguyen Lien Huong – Deputy Director of the Center, said: “The exhibition ‘Thousands of Miles of Rivers and Mountains’ is not only an art event but also a bridge to the soul, nurturing love for the homeland and country in everyone, especially the younger generation. Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam, together with the I Draw Club, is honored to organize this event as a tribute to the Nation on the 80th National Day.” She added that the exhibition, along with many cultural activities held at the Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam, aims to make the heritage site a creative space – a gathering place for artists and art lovers from both inside and outside the country.
Deputy Director of Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam Center for Cultural and Scientific Activities Nguyen Lien Huong speaks at the opening ceremony
The Exhibition Attracts Large Audiences
Overwhelmed with emotion that such an art event celebrating Vietnam’s majestic landscape is held at this sacred moment for the entire nation, painter Dinh Quang Huy – Founder of the I Draw Club, stated: “Over 150 mixed-media works including lacquer, silk, watercolor, woodcut, pastel, colored pencil, oil pastel… by 34 artists from grade 6 students to U60, are 150 harmonies offering different perspectives on the country, people, culture, plants, and landscapes from urban areas to mountains, rural areas to remote islands… yet all share a common point – the heartfelt emotion for the country’s diverse landscapes. Patriotism is vividly expressed by the artists through countless shades and hues in their works.”
Some artworks displayed at the exhibition
In addition to the exhibition, the Organizing Committee also hosts a series of weekend workshops in the spirit of the National Concert, such as: Printmaking Workshop “Vietnamese Symbols”, Bodhi Leaf Painting and Sketchbook Workshop “Chorus of Celebration”, Lacquer Workshop “Quiet Egg”, Clay Figurine Workshop “A Thousand-Year Tale”, and many other engaging artistic activities for all ages.
Printmaking Workshop “Vietnamese Symbols” – One of the exciting workshops in the exhibition series at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam
The exhibition “Thousands of Miles of Rivers and Mountains” welcomes the public to visit and experience art throughout its duration at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam from August 16, 2025, to September 3, 2025.
Binh Duong