The two authors chose a unique and unusual display format by placing the photos in wooden boxes, depicting images of Vietnamese villages, rivers, architecture and people.
The symbol of the exhibition is the stars, the stars that light up the common sky, representing the unified Vietnam on the national flag. The stars in the mind of the wandering dreamer and appear in the eyes of children when listening to stories. The stars are where people entrust their wishes and always watch over us...
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“This photo exhibition speaks of hopes, dreams and inspirations, and is a chance for us to pause, escape reality and reflect on the poetry of everyday life,” the two photographers shared.
The exhibition takes place within the framework of the Photo Hanoi '21 program initiated by the French Institute in Hanoi - L'Espace to connect the public with diverse aspects of photography.
They shared their inspiration from the perception that people from Asian countries like Vietnam always have a special vitality coming from strong changes in lifestyle and psychology.
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Instead of using iconic images of Asia, the duo Punk Dragon infused the energy of the place into their creations. Through a combination of photography, design and local craftsmanship, each work tells its own story, skillfully cut and arranged in wooden boxes, revealing the magic in the most ordinary things.
The photos were taken by Punk Dragon in Vietnam over 28 years. Although they could not come to Vietnam this time due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the exhibition did not have an opening ceremony, the duo hopes that their perspective on their developing country will be shared with many people.
Some pictures at the exhibition:
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The exhibition runs until May 29 at Matca Photography Space, 48 Ngoc Ha, Hanoi.
