Biography

Born in 1980 in Hanoi, Ngo Van Sac's wood-burn portraits represent a pivotal point in his artistic path. As a passionate artist, Ngo Van Sac started exploring the art of painting on wood panels over ten years ago. However, upon reflecting on his earlier creations, he found that they didn't meet his high standards. Determined to push boundaries, he decided to take a bold step. With determination burning within him, he set flame to his previous paintings, watching as they transformed before his eyes. In the flickering glow and radiant hues born from the heat, Ngo Van Sac discovered a new perspective, a newfound life infused with artistic brilliance. It was through this unique fusion of fire and natural pinewood that Ngo Van Sac found his true artistic voice, a voice that resonates with depth and intensity.

Drawing inspiration from his journeys across Vietnam, Ngo Van Sac's subjects in his artworks are deeply rooted in the captivating authenticity of the people he encounters. These subjects come alive through his meticulous portrait paintings, capturing the essence and spirit of each individual. Through his art, Ngo Van Sac invites viewers to embark on a visual and emotional journey, where they too can connect with the raw beauty and profound authenticity of the Vietnamese people.

At Thang Long Art Gallery, we are proud to showcase the extraordinary talent of Ngo Van Sac. His wood burn portraits not only captivate the eye but also evoke a deep sense of connection and reflection. Join us as we celebrate the remarkable artistic journey of Ngo Van Sac.

1980: Born in Hanoi, Vietnam

2004: Graduated from Vietnam Fine Arts University

2008: Graduated from Fine Arts University - Master of Fine Arts

Member of Vietnam Fine Arts Association

Lecturer - Master of Fine Arts

Awards

2015: Third prize of “Korea Beauty by Vietnamese Artist exhibition”, Korea culture central, Hanoi, Vietnam

2012: First prize of self portrait exhibition, Dogma prize

2011: Second prize of self portrait exhibition, Dogma prize

2004: Second Prize at National fine art university student exhibition, Ha noi – Viet nam

1999: Prize of Vietnamese Association at National Student Exhibition VIET NAM DAT NUOC TOI, Ha Noi – Viet Nam

Art Residency

2019: France - Vietnam contemporary art exchange. Normandy-France

2013: Asian - India art exchange program, Darjeeling - India

2008: International Symposium, Kenimajor, Hungary

2003: ASEAN and Japan youth Art camp, Laos PDR

Selected Solo Exhibitions

2024: (to be announced) - Thang Long Art Gallery, Hanoi, Vietnam

2019: “CLOUD - WAVE” Blue Art Gallery- Singapore

2017: “SLICE” Craig Thomas Gallery, Ho Chi Minh city- Vietnam

2016: “BALANCE” À gallery, Ho Chi Minh city - Vietnam

2015: “IN OPPOSITE” Work room four, Ha Noi - Vietnam

2015: “IN OPPOSITE 2” The Craig Thomas gallery, Ho Chi Minh - Vietnam

2014: “IN THE MIDST OF LIFE 2” Chula Place, Ha Noi - Vietnam

2013: “IN THE MIDST OF LIFE” The Craig Thomas gallery, Ho Chi Minh – Vietnam.

2013: “BETWEEN TWO GENERATIONS” The East gallery, Toronto - Canada

2010: “SKETCH” D3 building - Hanoi university of education, Ha Noi - Vietnam

2009: “NGO VAN SAC” Nationnal fine art Museum, Hanoi -Vietnam

2008: “INSIDE” the Loft Gallery, Kualalumpur- Malaysia

Selected Group Exhibitions

2019: Group Exhibition in Sight Gallery, Flare of Frankfurt, Offenbach/Frankfurt.

“Discovery Art Fair”, Sight Gallery, Frankfurt.

France-Vietnam contemporary art exchange in Mekong exhibition. Normandy-France

2018: Group Exhibition in Sight Gallery, Offenbach/Frankfurt, Germany.

“Norad” Vietnamese artist, New York, United States

2017: Thailand - Vietnam contemporary art exhibition. Bangkok contemporary art central. Thailand

Group show, Sablon art gallery, Brussel, Belgium

2014: “DESTINATION 3” America - VietNam – Malaysia, Tapak Art Museum, Kulalumpur – Malaysia

International Hongkong art fair, Hong kong art exhibition and convention central, Hong kong - China

“DESTINATION 2” America - VietNam – Malaysia artists, National fine arts museum, Ha noi - Vietnam

Vietnamese artists Group exhibition, Canvas Gallery, Amsterdam, Nertherland

2013: “4th ANNIVERSARY” The Craig Thomas gallery, Ho Chi Minh, Viet nam

2012: Vietnam - Malaysia exhibition (Destination I), national Fine Art Museum, Hanoi, VietNam

Self Portrait Exhibition, Dogma prize, Ha noi Fine Art Museum, Ha noi, VietNam

Group exhibition ( Destination II), Ho Chi Minh City Fine Art Museum, Vietnam

International Art Expo, Matrade building, Kualalumpur, Malaysia

2011: Self Portrait Exhibition, Dogma prize, Ho Chi Minh City Fine Art Museum, VietNam

2010: ”ANNUAL 3” National Fine Art Museum, Hanoi, Vietnam

“DIFFERENT DAY” Ho Chi Minh City Fine Art Museum, Vietnam

“REUNION” Ho Chi Minh City Fine Art university, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

2009: “ANNUAL 2” National Fine Art Museum, Hanoi, Vietnam

2008: National Oil Color Painting, Hoa Lu Exhibition Central, Hanoi, Vietnam

“Reunion” TIME gallery, Vienna, Austria

“ANNUAL 1” National fine art Museum, Vietnam

MANIF international art fair, Seoul art central, Korea

The 2nd Internation art Expo, Matrade buiding, Kualalumpur, Malaysia

2007: The 1st International art Expo, Matrade Building, Kualalumpur, Malaysia

2006: Asean - China art exhibition - Nanning art central, Naning, China

2005: National exhibition, Hoa Lu exhibition central, Hanoi, Vietnam

2004: National fine art university student exhibition, Vietnam fine art university, Hanoi, Vietnam

2003: Asean Philip Morris exhibition, National fine art Museum, Hanoi, Vietnam

Asean and Japan youth Art camp, Laos PDR

2002: National young artists, exhibition, Ngo Quyen exhibition central. Hanoi, Vietnam

Workshop in Goetthe institute, Hanoi, Vietnam

2001: Asean Philip Morris exhibition, National fine art Museum, Hanoi, Vietnam

2000: National exhibition, Giang vo national exhibition central, Hanoi, Vietnam

National young artists exhibition, Ngo Quyen exhibition central. Hanoi, Vietnam

1999: National student of art Exhibition - VIET NAM DAT NUOC TOI, university of art, Thanh Xuan, Ha Noi, Viet Nam