Lacquer painting: Preserving tradition and shaping the future of Hanoi’s craft village tourism
A Hanoi artist has transformed the art of lacquer making into a captivating tour experience for international visitors.
Located in the Ha Thai lacquer craft village in the Thuong Tin District of Hanoi, the workshop of artist Tran Cong Dung, also known as Dung Di, attracts a steady stream of tourists eager to experience the art of creating lacquer paintings.
Dung Di is regarded as a pioneer in the region for turning lacquer painting into a unique craft village tourism experience, with his workshop becoming a popular and fascinating tourist attraction.
The space of Dung Di’s workshop in Ha Thai Village, Thuong Tin District, Hanoi
This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to promote craft village tourism in Hanoi as the local tourism industry seeks to diversify its offerings. Recently, the Hanoi Department of Tourism launched the Duyen Thai Craft Village Art Tourism Program in Thuong Tin District, showcasing the unique cultural and spiritual values of the Vietnamese people. Notably, lacquerware stands out as an art form that reflects the skill, creativity, and rich heritage of local craftsmen.
Not limiting himself to painting, Dung Di has expanded his work by incorporating lacquer into everyday objects, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.
The artist’s lacquer creations are much appreciated by international tourists.
To make the experience more accessible, Dung Di has streamlined the lacquer-making process, reducing it to just one or two hours.
The painting molds are pre-made, allowing tourists to perform only the most basic steps to create their own lacquer products.
Dung Di has also partnered with several lacquer product manufacturers in Ha Thai to develop these molds.
Under his guidance, tourists can create a personalized lacquer item that reflects their own creativity and style.
After the course, visitors can take lacquer creation homeat a cost of about VND 300,000 to VND 350,000 (US$12-14).
Eggshells are one of the key materials to complete a lacquer work.
During the final stage, visitors can choose to embellish their work with gold or silver leaf to enhance its brilliance.
In addition to Dung Di’s workshop, tourists can also try their hand at lacquer making at other workshops in Ha Thai village.
The artist hopes that more artists, especially younger generations, will continue to work with traditional materials, preserving this craft while introducing it to a wider international audience in Hanoi.
By Jenna Duong – Huy Pham
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