A GLIMPSE OF SAIGON AT DUSK

The Thong Dong illustration, Saigon edition, by illustrator Lys Bui, vividly captures the essence of the city. It beautifully portrays iconic architectural buildings, ancient houses adorned with lights, bustling streams of passing vehicles, and intriguing chit-chat. 

A refreshment for the glamorous city 

In her previous work, she unveiled the ancient Hanoi—a canvas adorned with bustling rows of houses, infused with the essence of life and the rhythm of daily existence. Now, she unveils a fresh masterpiece: Thong Dong—a vivid portrayal of Saigon’s pulse, captured stroke by stroke, layer by layer. 

Saigon, a vibrant and bustling city, remains an abundant wellspring of inspiration for art enthusiasts. Thong Dong, more than a mere painting, weaves a vivid narrative of the city’s lively existence. As lights dance across every street corner, this Saigon rendition captures the exquisite moments that unfold as dusk gently descends. 

Bath the sky in the blue shadow of dusk 

In her portrayal of Hanoi, Lys Bui chooses the color yellow, evoking nostalgia when reflecting on the ancient city’s thousand-year history. However, for Saigon, after deliberate exploration and experimentation, she embraces a distinct foundational hue: blue. As dusk descends, this deep blue gently infuses every street corner, leaving behind an emotion—a unique state of mind that only Saigon conjures as streetlights begin to trickle through narrow alleys.

The laser engraving technique breathes life into the product line, rendering intricate and lifelike patterns. Scooters darting through the streets mirror the ceaseless rhythm of urban existence, while neighbors casually chatting form an integral part of Saigon’s fabric. The illuminated buildings, with their clever design, reveal the city’s unmistakable traits—the tireless energy, the hidden allure, and the promise of undiscovered wonders. 

In the collaboration between Lys Bui and Hanoia, the Thong Dong painting emerges as a narrative of Saigon’s beauty and vitality. This product line is a nostalgic creation, from inspiration to color, from pattern to technique; every detail on the canvas serves as an expression of the artist’s affection for this vibrant city.

Lys Bui, a young artist with a romantic imagination, infuses her drawing style with her own personality. The collaboration with Hanoia has introduced her to new experiences with lacquer material. Despite initial challenges stemming from her unfamiliarity with this intricate art form, Lys Bui, alongside skilled craftsmen, has perfected the painting, evoking a familiar and intimate feeling for many.