A new technique in contemporary art

Fascinated by the art of “phap lam” - a technique involving enamel painting and carving on metal, commonly found on the decorations of mausoleums in the imperial city of Hue - youngster Nguyen Hoang Anh and her “Hoa Gam” team have developed a new technique called “Hoa kim sa” (drawing by metal materials) to honour the beauty of Vietnamese culture and traditional art.

Hoa Gam introduces its version of the “Ngu Ho” (Five Tigers) art work from the Hang Trong folk painting genre. The image is created using the “Hoa kim sa” technique. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

Despite streamlining and simplifying the production process, the “Hoa kim sa” technique demands meticulous attention from artisans to ensure that the final product closely resembles traditional art forms. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

Minh Ngoc - a student at Hanoi University - joined Hoa Gam to gain experience, but her passion for the art form led her to become a dedicated member of the team. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

Once copper wire has been fashioned into a specific pattern or frame, the artisan proceeds to apply sand in various colours on the surface. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

Materials are used to create different textures. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

The “Tranh Rong” (Dragon) art work is made with the sophisticated “Hoa kim sa” technique. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

Coasters are created in a range of eye-catching designs and patterns. (Photo: VNP/VNA)

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