Ky Long Artist Studio, Saigon Vietnam

While at an art studio in Saigon, Stacy and I got separated as we looked at the various works on display. I saw a picture I liked and when we caught up to each other several minutes later, she pointed out the same picture. We considered it a sign and bought it. Adding to our delight, the artist … was on hand and very happy to talk with us (through an interpreter) and take our picture together.

Lu Khac Nhu is the founder of Kay Long Studio, its senior artist and chief curator of local artistic works. His gallery showcases many artist across several mediums. If only I could have taken one of the wood carvings home! We did by a picture and ceramic vase which I will carry home in my back pack.

Bio: Artist Ly Khac Nhu was born in Quang Ninh, Vietnam in 1943. He has a Chinese root in Fangcheng in the south of Guangxi Province, China. In Vietnam, he has been known as one of the most influential Chinese painters, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City. Over the past decades, he has received numerous Awards for outstanding contribution to society issued by different levels of Vietnam’s government. He has also being recognized for achievements in organizing national and international art and culture exchange events. His paintings can be found in art galleries, museums, and organizations in Vietnam and overseas, in addition to widely acquired by personal collectors. His paintings and wide range of personal collections has also been filmed in many occasions for documentaries by Vietnam TV and China CCTV.

Address: No.35, 103- TML Street, Thanh My Loi Ward, District 2 - HCM City - Vietnam
Mobile: +84903.083.860
Email : villakylong@yahoo.comBaca lagi