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Dec 29, 2015 / 11:55

Vietnam-US art exhibition opens in Hanoi

Art exhibition “Yu Yu Vietnam Blue” by renowned US artist Mark Cooper in collaboration with Vietnamese partners kicked off at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum in Hanoi on December 28.

Mark Cooper is an installation painter and a sculptor. His works have often been made from composite materials (FRP – fiberglass reinforced plastic), Do (rhamnoneuron) paper , paints, prints, photos with various textures from different countries and cultures worldwide. Many of them are a combination of numerous techniques and materials. 
 
One work of US artist Mark Cooper at the exhibition
One work of US artist Mark Cooper at the exhibition
He is also known for his community-oriented works, featured by an interaction with children, students, patients and anyone who wants to joinhis works. Such masterpieces were exhibited in famous locations in the US, such as Havard University (2015), the Museum of Fine Arts Boston (2013) andthe Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston (2013). 
The “Yu Yu Vietnam Blue” Exhibition is the result of a cooperation programme between Mark Cooper and Vietnamese artists during more than six months.
As part of the activities to celebrate the 20 th anniversary of Vietnam-US diplomatic ties, the event will last until January 9, 2016. The works will then bemovedto Boston, the US for further display.