4th ASEAN Graphic Art Competition and Exhibition kicks off

The event was co-hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and the municipal People's Committee.

Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong said the event, held every four years following its success since 2012, not only raises ASEAN understanding and solidarity but also provides a platform for artists to connect and showcase their latest graphic art achievements.

It serves as a vibrant introduction to the ASEAN Community, highlighting their diverse cultures and people through contemporary graphic works, he said.

A distinguished art council, comprising graphic art experts from Vietnam, Thailand and Japan, meticulously selected 151 works from 131 artists for display, among 530 entries submitted by 283 artists from all 10 ASEAN member countries.

Among them, 16 exceptional pieces were awarded prizes, including a coveted first prize awarded to a talented Filipino artist, alongside three second prizes shared by Thai and Vietnamese artists, five third prizes conferred to Thai artists, and seven consolation prizes.

The selected pieces, created between 2020 and the present, explore themes of life, nature, peace, solidarity, cooperation, friendship, and contemporary issues relevant to the ASEAN region. They showcase a rich tapestry of content and form, featuring a variety of printmaking techniques, including metal engraving, woodcutting, monotype printing, and screen printing, often combined with other techniques and materials.