Some photos of the Vietnam Art Photo Exhibition (Screenshot)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam Art Photo Exhibition, held biennially,wrapped up in Hanoi on October 16, and will come to Ho Chi Minh City nextmonth.
This year’s event features 250 outstanding works of 187professional and amateur photographers, chosen from the National ArtPhotography Contest 2022.
Over three months, the contest received nearly 16,400entries by over 1,500 photographers, which are divided into Realistic Photo andConceptual Photo categories.
The best 29 works have been awarded, including one goldmedal, four silver, eight bronze and 16 consolation prizes.
In the Realistic Photo Category, a group photo titled 'ThuThiem Bridge 1- A New Highlight' by Le Quang Thien from Da Nang won the goldmedal. Four silver medals went to Gold Goal by Dinh Trong Hai (Hanoi); UnderWings by Nguyen Thu Hong (Hanoi); Female Warrior Takes a Nap after a WorkingShift by Truong Huynh Son (Da Nang) and Journey of Con Dao Turles by NguyenNgoc Thien (HCM City).
Addressing the awards ceremony on October 6, Deputy Ministerof Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong, head of the contest's steeringboard, noted that the Vietnam Art Photo Contest and Exhibition is a meetingpoint for the best photographers in the country.
The number of entries has shown photographers' growth andcapability to inspire the whole society through art. In addition, the event hasalso expressed their enthusiasm and contributions to society's spiritual life.
Dong said the shortlisted entries displayed here had beencarefully selected by an art jury comprising prestigious professionalphotographers.
"Works displayed here will bring the public a visualparty, from realistic, beautiful and vivid images of Vietnamese people,culture, and landscapes to concepts and thinking of artists on issues ofcontemporary life," he said.
The exhibition will then be held at HCM City Fine ArtsMuseum, 97A Pho Duc Chinh street, from November 4 to 13./.
Winners of this year’s national fine art photo competition on homeland sea and islands were announced during an award presentation ceremony held in Hanoi on December 20 night.
A contest seeking the best photographic works in 2022 has been launched by the Department of Fine Arts, Photography and Exhibition, under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists (VAPA) held a ceremony to present awards of the 11th International Art Photo Contest in Vietnam in 2021 (VN-21) and opened an exhibition of entry photos on June 7.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
Some photos of the Vietnam Art Photo Exhibition (Screenshot) 
