Danang, Vietnam is famous for its beach and seafood. My second morning in Danang in July 2018, I decided to explore the beach which is just across my hotel. I was attracted by the pool of water along the bay. The tide was out and the reflection of the sky was so gorgeous. It was a vantage angle that provides an opportunity for me to capture an image of dramatic reflection.
Along the Thu Bon River, Hoi An, Vietnam, I came across this simple composition on the water surface. The water was calm and together with the reflection was just perfect to create an unusual image.
To me, is an image captured with my perception of the tranquil scene. It is simple and with the touch of aesthetic value.
In Dong Ho Village, Thuan Thanh District, Bac Ninh Province, 35 km from Hanoi, is famous for its folk woodcut paintings. The painting centre is a folklore exchange centre for UNESCO. “Giay Diep” a special type of paper is produced here in the centre. The paper is able to conserve the durability of colour. Combine with the special colours of paint used in printing, the colours of Dong Ho painting can keep for a long time.
The content of Dong Ho Painting is usually humorous and optimistic in a bright colour such as red, yellow and white. The painting is mainly bought and displayed on the Lunar New Year celebration.
One of the steps of the long process of producing the special paper is shown here.