

Chau Huyen Thai Le
Hometown: Hanoi
Based in: Hanoi
Hometown: Hanoi
Based in: Hanoi
With an academic background in International Communication and Diplomacy from Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and no formal art training whatsoever, Chau Le Thai Huyen is not your average artist in more ways than one. Equipped with nothing more than an iPad Pro, Apple Pencil and Sketchbook, this emerging digital painter who was born and raised in Hanoi describes her style as “impulsive and like a naive child with contrasting and harmonious colors and bold composition.” Her subject matter is intimate with her works seen as a raw reflection of her journey through the different stages of growth and emotions felt within scenes of her everyday life as a citizen of Vietnam.
Though only a few years into her journey as an artist, Chau Le has already been making colorful waves both inside Vietnam and abroad. Her artwork has been shown in group exhibitions in Tokyo, Seoul, London and Milan, and was recently featured on Artcast for streaming service.
What inspires you?
When I was much younger, I was asked by my teacher that who I want to become in the future. My answer was:"I want to be happy." I want to be remembered as a girl who always smile, who can lighten up your smile even if she can not lighten her own.
Describe your creative process.
It happens differently every time. It is so unpredictable and that is what I love most about making art.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Intimate, vivid and healing
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Matisse, David Hockney and Maud Lewis
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Be true and honest to what I feel. You can never lie while creating pieces.
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
"Painting is self-discovery. Every good artist paints what he is." - Jackson Pollock -
Exhibitions
(Un) Fair Milano
Italy, 2022
Realism
United Kingdom, 2021
Color 2020
South Korea, 2020
Shibuya Station Exhibition
Japan, 2019