Tran Tuan Viet

Tran Tuan Viet's portrait 2024

Introduce our tour guide and photography mentor: Tran Tuan Viet, an award-winning Vietnamese photographer and internationally published visual storyteller based in Hanoi, Vietnam. Early of 2000, he studied architecture at the National University of Civil Engineering in Hanoi, where he discovered the harmony between art and science in both architecture and photography. His passion led him to travel across Vietnam, capturing its landscapes, culture, and heritage.

Renowned for his breathtaking images, Viet has been recognized as "the photographer who brings Vietnam's beauty to the world" (Vietnam News Agency, VnExpress, Tuoi Tre, Dan Tri, etc.). After 15 years of documenting his homeland, he expanded his vision globally, photographing diverse cultures and landscapes around the world.

Viet has proudly collaborated on numerous photography projects with esteemed organizations including the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, and various provincial Departments of Tourism (Hanoi, Quang Binh, Quang Ninh). His portfolio also includes work for global entities such as Google Asia Pacific, Samsung Global, National Geographic, and Discovery Channel.

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Media Quotes

Tran Tuan Viet: Bringing Vietnam closer to the world

The profound simplicity of Vietnamese daily life can be witnessed through moments of innocence, intimacy and freshness that mark his photo stories of Vietnam. Today, his work featuring Vietnam’s people, landscape, and traditional culture, is commissioned by international clients, and has also been published widely by renowned worldwide media.

— Sharjah Government Media Bureau

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As you might expect from someone’s whose art has been praised by National Geographic, his Instagram feed is one jaw-dropping snap after another. Thankfully, his photos celebrate not only stunning landscapes, but also the pure beauty of everyday scenes in Vietnam.

— Vietnam National Administration of Tourism

With a keen eye for composition and storytelling, Tran Tuan Viet captures the essence of cultures, landscapes, and traditions through vibrant colors, dynamic lighting, and authentic emotions. His photography highlights the beauty of heritage and nature, bringing diverse stories to a global audience.

Recognized in international photography competitions, he is dedicated to preserving cultural identity while inspiring a new generation of visual storytellers. Passionate about his craft, he continues to document the ever-changing world, ensuring its history and beauty are immortalized through powerful imagery.

Highlights

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2017

  • VAPA / Vietnam’s Excellence Photography of the Year Award 2017
  • Golden Award of 9th Int’l Artistic Photo Contest in Vietnam
  • National Geographic Magazine / Visions of Earth, June 2017 issue

Tran Tuan Viet’s impressive career is punctuated by a diverse array of exhibitions and accolades that underscore his artistic talent and dedication to photography. His work has been celebrated and honored with prestigious awards, affirming his skill and contribution to the art form. Viet’s exhibitions and awards collectively highlight his artistic journey and establish him as a respected figure in the photography community, both locally and internationally.

Exhibitions

2024

2023

  • 16th Environmental Photographer of the Year 2023
  • 4th ColorPro Awards: A Global Visual Arts Competition RISE / United Kingdom, Taiwan & Vietnam
  • Vietnam National Authority of Tourism / Amazing Vietnam
  • Vietnam Association of Photographic Artist VN-23 / Hanoi, Vietnam

2021

  • Xposure International Photography Festival / Sharjah, U.A.E
  • Google Arts & Culture / Wonders of Vietnam
  • Vietnam Association of Photographic Artist VN-21 / Hanoi, Vietnam

2020

  • Travel Photographers of the Year / London, United Kingdom
  • World Water Day, Italy

2019

  • Vietnam Association of Photographic Artist VN-19 / Hanoi, Vietnam

2018

  • Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs / “Learning about Vietnam” photo exhibition – Hanoi, Vietnam
  • Vietnam Youth photo award exhibition / Hanoi, Vietnam

2017

  • Vietnam Association of Photographic Artist VN-17 / Hanoi, Vietnam

2016

  • Hanoi Association of Artistic Photography exhibition / Hanoi, Vietnam

Awards

2024

  • Wikimedia Commons / Photo of the Year 2023 / Winner
  • World Photography Organisation / Sony World Photography Awards / National Award
  • iPhone Photography Awards / Honorable Mentions

2023

  • Monochrome Photography Award / Honorable Mentions
  • Environmental Photographer of the Year / Finalist
  • ColorPro Awards: A Global Visual Arts Competition RISE / Finalist

2022

  • Monochrome Photography Award / Honorable Mentions
  • The Epson International Pano Awards / Silver & Bronze Award
  • Minimalist Photography Awards / Honorable Mentions

2021

  • Travel Photographer of the Year / Finalist
  • CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year / Finalist
  • 18th Smithsonian Magazine Annual Photo Contest / Winner

2020

  • HIPA International Photography Award / Finalist
  • Fun, Architecture, Eyes of Agora Contest / Winner
  • World Water Day photo competition / Finalist

2019

  • Travel Photographer of the Year / Special Mention
  • HIPA Award / Shortlist
  • IPA Int’l Photography Awards – OneShot : Movement
  • CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year / Special Mention
  • The 10th International Artistic photo contest in Vietnam / Honorable Mentions

2018

  • HIPA Award / Finalist
  • 15th Smithsonian Magazine Annual Photo Contest / Winner

2017

  • Vietnam Excellence Photography Award / Winner
  • The 9th International Artistic photo contest in Vietnam / Gold medal