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Fine arts exhibition for North Central region opens

Published On: 20/05/2014

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(Quang Binh Website) - The 21st art photo exhibition for the North Central region was opened at the Provincial General Museum on May 19. The event was organized by the Provincial Arts and Literature Association and the Department of Culture, Sport and Tourism in coordination with the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists.

Permanent Deputy Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Nguyen Xuan Quang and representatives of related departments and branches attended the exhibition.

Cutting ribbons to open the 21st art photo exhibition for the North Central region

The exhibition drew the participation of 1,240 entries by 200 artists from Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Quang Binh, Quang Tri and Thua Thien Hue provinces.

In addition to the major themes in praise of the Party, Uncle Ho and national struggles, the works also focused on agriculture, farmers, and rural life, as well as the country’s sea and islands, presenting them in fresh styles and a variety of media.

After five rounds of competition, the organizing board selected 125 outstanding photos on display at the exhibition, of which there were the eleven best works, including one gold, two silver, three bronze and five consolation prizes.

The annual fine art exhibition aims to promote artistic creation in the region and offer an opportunity for artists to meet, exchange ideas and show their artworks to the public.

The exhibition is scheduled to run through May 25.

Some photos at the prize award ceremony:

Permanent Deputy Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Nguyen Xuan Quang speaks at opening ceremony of the exhibition