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The exhibition, featuring 15 large-scale paintings and two ceramic sculptures, curated by Nguyen Hai Nam, is the result of more than three years of tireless creation. Drawing inspiration from the peaceful fishing village of La Gi, Binh Thuan, artist Thien Phuc has breathed life into each of his works, transforming them into reminders of the boundless vitality of nature and warnings about the impact of human activity on our own living environment.
Born in 1994, Hoang Thien Phuc grew up in the peaceful fishing village of La Gi, Binh Thuan province. After graduating from the Ho Chi Minh City University of Fine Arts, Phuc immersed himself in the vibrant art scene of the city, but ultimately, his decision to return to his hometown led him on a new creative journey. Phuc's works not only reflect the changing landscape of his homeland but also contain poetic lines and philosophical notes, creating an artistic world full of color and depth.
The exhibition entrance is on level B3, Apricot Hotel.
"The Noble Tree" – the theme of this exhibition – symbolizes the indomitable vitality of nature, always enduring and growing in the face of all challenges. This is a concept created by Thien Phuc, not existing in nature, symbolizing a resilient natural organism that thrives and withstands harsh conditions. In his paintings, Phuc depicts solitary, broken, or leaning tree trunks with sharp, angular lines representing the endurance and hardship of nature and the intervention of human hands.
The exhibition features 15 paintings and 2 ceramic sculptures.
Each painting in "The Noble Tree" conveys a profound message about the relationship between humanity and nature, inviting viewers to reflect on greed and disrespect for the environment. Against a backdrop of vibrant neon colors, Phuc depicts a scene that is both fantastical and desolate. Dry tree trunks, ropes protecting the trees from the wind, and a boy raising his hand to catch a falling tree—viewers might wonder whether this scene is a fleeting moment of a storm or the harsh reality that humanity faces.
The two ceramic sculptures on display create a different artistic dialogue, yet remain within the creative vein that Phuc pursues. They are abstract forms, rich in symbolism, expressing the struggle and vitality of nature when faced with immense challenges. All are images that depict the conflict and struggle between the vitality of nature and the destruction caused by humans.
Artist Thien Phuc shared that he always seeks to preserve authentic values, believing that the power of love and optimism will preserve what is most beautiful. This exhibition is a reminder of the peace and balance between humanity and nature – a place where both are nurtured and protected.
Thien Phuc's creativity and artistic practice are influenced by many renowned painters, including Paul Cézanne. Just as Cézanne frequently traveled between Paris and Aix-en-Provence for inspiration, Phuc also travels back and forth between Ho Chi Minh City and his hometown of La Gi. Returning to his birthplace, the fishing village, he finds abundant inspiration from the natural landscape and rural culture. Instead of simply creating paintings, he began writing poetry, recording his thoughts, and from there, creating fictional stories and exploring literature further. This has also become the "conceptual foundation" for his works over the past three years.
Each painting in "The Noble Tree" conveys a profound message about the relationship between humans and nature.
The relationship between humans and nature has become a prominent theme in Phuc's works since his return to La Gi. As he once said: "Nature is the free beauty that humanity has always longed for." The freedom of nature is something that humans seem to want to control and possess, but ultimately only leads to destruction. Through the exhibition "The Noble Tree," Phuc wants to open a serious dialogue about the impact of humans on the environment, while also calling on viewers to reflect on their relationship with nature.
The creativity of artist Thien Phuc holds a special value because he not only strives to express the beauty of nature but also aims to touch the consciousness of the viewer. The seemingly inanimate plants in Phuc's paintings raise many profound questions for the public. This is what makes the "Gentleman's Tree" exhibition so unique, inviting viewers not only to admire the artistic beauty but also to confront the real challenges of our time – greed, indifference, and the responsibility to protect the planet.
More than just an art exhibition, "The Noble Tree" is also a message, a subtle message about the enduring strength of nature. The exhibition is proof of Hoang Thien Phuc's belief that, regardless of intervention, nature always finds a way to regenerate and adapt. The "Noble Tree" exhibition not only affirms his talent but also provides the public with a meaningful art appreciation space filled with reflections on life and nature in the present era.
The exhibition is open from October 11th to November 24th, 2024 at Mơ Art Space (B3 floor, Apricot Hotel, Hanoi), where the public can admire the works of artist Thien Phuc in a tranquil and contemplative setting.
Here are some photos from the exhibition:
Artist Thien Phuc shared that he himself
always seeking to preserve authentic values
The exhibition opens a serious dialogue about the impact of humans on nature.
