Doll Exhibition in Hanoi until October 7th by Tran Thu Hang
A loyal fan of the Japanese hina dolls and inspired by the innocence and purity of children's world, Tran Thu Hang has developed a career that hardly others pursue in Vietnam - a doll artists.
A loyal fan of the Japanese hina dolls and deeply inspired by the innocence and purity of children's world, Tran Thu Hang has developed a career that hardly any others think of in Vietnam - a doll artist. Though newly emerged, she was extremely well received, not only by arts professionals but also by parents who would like to have their beloved children doll-ed after.
The upcoming exhibition, named "Silent Voices", is organized by the Japan Cultural Exchange Center and as a part of the Young Talent Series, which seeks to give more stage to young innovative Vietnamese artists. 12 art works made between 2007 and 2009 will be showcased along with 8 other pieces reflecting the fusion of Vietnamese-Japanese culture, all by Tran Thu Hang.
The exhibition takes place from September 22nd until October 7th at 27 Quang Trung Street, Hanoi and a must-visit especially for families travelling with children.
Note: Photo of "Danger" - doll made by Tran Thu Hang - photo from Art News (www.news.vxartgallery.com/2011/09/silent-voices/)
How to get there:
Take a taxi from the Old Quarter to 27 Quang Trung street, which is less than 10 minutes. You can also walk South of Hoan Kiem Lake, turn right and head down Trang Thi street until you reach Quang Trung street. The exhibition place is on your left.
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