Book Review: Early Photography In Vietnam
A review of Terry Bennett's book "Early Photography in Vietnam" by Thy Phu.
Features
Thi My Lien Nguyen: Hiếu Thảo – With Love and Respect
The thread of maternal lineage runs through the visual narrative and connects the past with the present, calmly unfolding themes of memory, culture, and identity.
Kevin WY Lee: “It’s Not Enough To Just Be A Photographer”
The founder of Invisible Photographer Asia offers down to earth advice on being a photography practitioner in this day and age.
Lessons Learnt From 50mm Vietnam’s Startup Journey
The founder of the popular photography channel weighs in on establishing an online presence and the current challenges of content creation.
The New Iteration Of Matca Is Here!
Introducing Matca's updated website in a crucial time to live and read slow.
An Le: “Follow Your Fear”
The celebrated photographer and director believes in taking risks, finding various sources of inspirations and the virtue of self-discipline.
Photographs Of The War In Our Mind
In An My-Lê’s "Small Wars", we don’t see combat. We see war being psychologically remembered, processed, relived, and rehearsed.
Nguyen Duy Tuan: Suddenly, It Hurts A Little
"I would suddenly remember my childhood and how I was so afraid of that same darkness. Back then, I would run straight back home. Now, maybe not."
Ones To Watch: Duong Gia Hieu
Designer turned photographer Duong Gia Hieu discusses fashion on the streets of Vietnam, particularly the face mask culture.
If Memory Was A Room
The work comprised of photos, drawings, and videos examines the contested author - subject relationship and the difficulties of representing a person's inner life.
Conversations On Vietnamese Heritage With Nhu Xuan Hua
The French-Vietnamese photographer discusses her ongoing journey to trace her identity and the various places it has taken her.
Ones To Watch: Mien Thuy
Returning from Angkor Photo Workshop, the young photographer from Vietnam recounts her many first-time experiences and bittersweet memories.
