BRITISH PHOTOGRAPHER HOSTING EXHIBITION FEATURING OLD HANOI

A new photography exhibition, “Hanoi – A Time to Remember” (Hà Nội một thời để nhớ), will be on display in Hanoi this October as part of celebrations to mark the 70th anniversary of the city’s liberation. Featuring the works of two acclaimed photographers, British-born Andy Soloman and Hanoi native Lê Bích, the exhibition will run from October 10 to 31, 2024, at the recently restored villa at 49 Trần Hưng Đạo.

The exhibition presents 86 black and white photographs taken between 1992 and 2012, documenting the transformation of Hanoi as the policy of Đổi Mới, or economic renovation, took root. The images capture intimate moments of daily life in the city, offering a nostalgic glimpse into its changing character over the past 32 years.

Andy Soloman, first arrived in Hanoi in 1992, lived in the city until 1999, and has frequently visited ever since. He said he has a deep affection for the city and its people. “I hope that both Hanoians and other visitors will enjoy the photos as much as I do. They are very precious to me, and I hope they will evoke strong memories and emotions. I also hope we can trace some of the people featured in the photos and hear their stories.”

Lê Bích, an award-winning local photographer, expressed his desire to preserve the essence of Hanoi through his work. “Hanoi has changed a lot, but I don’t allow myself to forget its old beauty,” Bích said. “I hope these photos will help others appreciate the charm and history that still lingers in the city today.”

The exhibition is free to attend and is generously sponsored by Hanoi Milk and Ly Club Hanoi. It will be open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visitors can also attend a seminar on October 12, where the photographers will discuss their works and the stories behind them.

If BritCham members would like to attend the seminar on 12th October, or arrange meetings with the photographers, please email hanoiphotographs@gmail.com for further information.