Exhibition "Radiant IV": A dialogue between nature and the human world.

The "Toa IV" exhibition features unique contemporary artworks that carry many stories and emotions, opening up fresh and distinctive perspectives on the natural world.

The exhibition brings together nearly 40 artworks created by more than 20 domestic and international artists on the theme "Methods of Dialogue with Nature," co-curated by art researchers Abhijan Toto and Do Tuong Linh. "Toa IV" has a completely different tone, opening up a series of ideas from artists and researchers in redefining thinking about the relationships between nature and the human world.

Each artwork in the exhibition is created from a series of unique ideas by artists and researchers in "recreating" the thought process about the relationship between nature and humanity. "Radiant IV" takes viewers from one surprise to another as they discover the fascinating messages hidden behind seemingly familiar things.

Curator Abhijan Toto said: “The artworks and research presented at the exhibition form a non-linear narrative, illuminating often overlooked milestones, taking us to a space of emotion, a space of existence different from the human world.”

The exhibition begins with the history of natural ecosystems in and outside of Southeast Asia, offering different perspectives on history and the present. While viewers are still immersed in the emotionally charged stories, Tỏa IV unexpectedly transports them to another "universe." There, humans and nature are interconnected, caring for and protecting each other.

The exhibition structure comprises four sections, with the first directly addressing the history and cultural development of forestry. The second explores the emotional relationships between humans and plants. The third presents proposals for untapped potential connections between plants and human life. The fourth opens up a future world where humans and nature blend together to create new forms of existence.

Toa IV is also like a fascinating adventure filled with vivid stories about new lands. Researcher and artist Pujita Guha presented a series of images of coffee forests in northern Thailand, artist Cian Dayrit told the story of ethnic minorities in the Philippines, while artist Duy Hoang connected with the sea through personal experiences with microscopic images of water droplets containing algae.

Each artwork at Toa IV is part of a direct dialogue with nature. In this non-verbal dialogue, people will gain a better understanding of the world around them through the multifaceted and novel perspectives that the artists convey through each piece.

Phan Thi Hai Yen (22 years old, Hanoi) shared: "Entering the exhibition, the space made me feel like I was slowing down. Each artwork here gave me a deeper understanding of the connection between nature and human life."

The "Toa IV" exhibition opens up a tranquil space for young people to balance their emotions amidst the hustle and bustle of life, while also discovering the hidden aspects of their personalities.

“Toa” is a series of exhibitions bearing the distinctive mark of VCCA. Previously, VCCA had the success of “Toa I” (2017), “Toa II” (2018) and “Toa III” (2019), making “Toa” a prestigious event, an emotional meeting point eagerly awaited annually by art lovers.

Additional information

Spread IV

Time: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, from September 16, 2022 to November 30, 2022

Address: Vincom Contemporary Art Center (VCCA), B1-R3 Vincom Mega Mall Royal City, 72 Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi

Free entry

Phuong Thao is an editor at Travellive magazine. She is passionate about traveling and enjoys capturing moments with her camera in every place she visits. Travel, art, and lifestyle are Phuong Thao's favorite writing topics.

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