Book explains oil-on-canvas for VN readers

The secrets of canvas, brushes and palettes as well as special techniques of oil painting are revealed in a book released on Saturday in Hà Nội.

The nucleus of science and art is love

Nguyễn Ðình Ðăng, 58, is a Vietnamese nuclear physicist working at RIKEN, Japan’s largest research institution in a range of scientific disciplines. He shares with An Vũ his thoughts on his latest research as well as his passion for fine arts.

Artist/physicist talks oil painting history

Vietnamese physicist and painter Nguyễn Đình Đăng will lead a talk on “The Art of Oil Painting: Rise and Fall” at The Factory Contemporary Arts Centre on March 11.

VN scientists featured in elite journal

Three scientists have made Vietnamese science history, having their work published in one the most prestigious journal in the field of physics, Physical Review Letters, on January 9, an event said to be paving way for more pronounced presence of Vietnamese works in the international science community. 

Gardening treats people well in Bách Thuận

At a distance of 10km from the heart of the northern province of Thái Bình, Bách Thuận Commune comprises 17 villages, all of which are rich in flowers and fruit.

Japanese spirit shines in time of tragedy It has been a week since the devastating earthquake in Japan, and the country is still grappling with understanding the full extent of the damage.

Artist depicts love of music Music is the theme of an exhibition surrealist painter Nguyen Dinh Dang is holding at the Fazioli Piano Showroom&Art Gallery in Tokyo, Japan. Opus 7 has 21 oil on canvas works by Dang, who is a physicist by training.

Artwork preservation worries experts Much of Viet Nam's best artwork is at risk of deterioration if museums and exhibition halls do not improve storage conditions and restoration work, say artists and experts.

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Physicist/painter wins Japanese art award The Sompo Japan Fine Arts Foundation has presented Vietnamese painter - and physicist - Nguyen Dinh Dang, its annual Award for Excellence.