Lieu Nguyen

Biography

Born in 1975, Lieu Nguyen graduated from Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts University in 2001. Lieu Nguyen has received many accolades and merits from a variety of associations, and became a member of the Fine ArtsAssociation of Ho Chi Minh City in 2003.  His first group exhibition in 1996 was a huge success and in 2005 he solidified his reputation as one of the leading contemporary Vietnamese painters by participating in his first solo exhibition.
 
Lieu Nguyen’s style demonstrates a true passion for colour and a familiarity with striking brush strokes that seem to burst into a dynamic image of blossom trees. The booming coloured petals create a dream-like fantasy of a magical land of happy childhood memories
 
The idyllic picture of beautiful blossom trees swaying in the summer breeze not only inspires the viewer but also captures their imagination, taking them into a place of true, untouched beauty.
 
Lieu Nguyen’s canvases are flooded with colour and express a calm energy. With his strong distinctive style he is able to create an aura of tranquility and the opportunity to escape from the burdens of every day life.
 
Throughout his youthful career, Lieu Nguyen’s work has been recognized as remarkable and highly appealing.  It is clear from simply viewing his work that his inspiration is a true reflection of his imaginationand ability to transcend the viewer into a dream-like fantasy of naturalbeauty. His work will continue to be sought after and held in high regard.   

Selected Exhibitions