21 artists 'Touching the Green'

Nearly 100 artworks by artists from the Hoa That 5P club, inspired by nature's green, send a message of sustainable living.

The exhibition space features minimalist decor. Paintings, crafted from diverse materials like oil, watercolor, and silk, depict rivers, flora, rice fields, and daily life. Artists predominantly used green hues to convey a message of vitality and the harmony between nature and humanity.

The "Touching the Green" exhibition, featuring nearly 100 artworks by 21 artists from the Hoa That 5P club, is currently on display at the Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Association. This event celebrates 40 years of the club's establishment and activity, with works drawing inspiration from nature's green hues to convey a message of sustainable living and environmental protection.

Hoa That 5P, formerly known as Cung Sanh Buoc, was established in 1980 under the guidance of artists Nguyen Long Son and Nguyen Thi Tam. The name "Hoa That" signifies an art studio or painting workshop, with "5P" representing five English words: Passion, Painting, Patience, People, and Peace. The group is prominent in Ho Chi Minh City's art scene, featuring artists of diverse ages. Annually, they host exhibitions, art exchanges, and charity auctions.

Artist Nguyen Thi Tam, the club leader, painted "Cham den mau xanh," a depiction of a rose garden in Da Lat, which became the exhibition's theme.

Artist Thanh Bich's "Ben Song Trang" (left) and Minh Minh's "Mot Thoang Dong Van."

Artist Nguyen Tan Tri, 84, stands beside his painting "Xuan Ve" (right), inspired by Pham Thien Thu's poem "Dong Hoa Vang." The lines: "Rang xua co ga tu quan. Len non tim dong hoa vang ngu say. Ta ve ru ao may troi. Goi trang danh giac ben doi da lan" profoundly moved him, enabling him to complete the artwork in two days. Tri noted that the exhibition allowed him to connect with art enthusiasts and share his creative passion.

Over 90 years old, artist Nguyen Thi Tam remains passionate about painting, aiming to inspire younger generations. She has focused on nature themes for years, explaining that green symbolizes life, hope, and renewal. Tam stated, "Each artwork in the exhibition reflects a desire to guide people toward the sustainable values of our living environment." Beyond artistic expression, the exhibition aims to educate, encouraging the community to protect the environment and preserve life's green essence.

Artist Phan Thi Hong, 78, attended the opening ceremony in a wheelchair, accompanied by relatives and friends. Her two works, "Mua Hoa Toi" (right) and "Mau Tim," reflect her passion for flowers. She shared, "My garden bursts with various flowers. Each spring and summer, seeing the lush greenery, I feel an even deeper appreciation for life."

Visitors admire Thanh Bich's works, "Lang Ma Troi" and "Mot Coi Yen."

Visitors admire a series of works by artist Truong Minh Nghia, crafted from cotton threads.

Two young people pose for photos in artist Nguyen Tan Tri's exhibition area.

On its opening day, the exhibition attracted hundreds of visitors, including parents with young children. Huynh Thi Diem Huong (right), accompanied by family, brought her eight-year-old son, hoping he would grasp nature's importance. Visitors engaged with various works, including a series by artist Truong Minh Nghia, crafted from cotton threads, and posed for photos in artist Nguyen Tan Tri's exhibition area.