Dao Van Hoang
| Dao Van Hoang | |
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| Portrait of wildlife artist Dao Van HoangDao Van Hoang-portrait.jpg Dao Van Hoang in 2024 | |
| Born | Vietnam |
| 🏳️ Nationality | French–Vietnamese |
| 💼 Occupation | |
| Known for | Wildlife art; depictions of endangered species; conservation collaborations |
| Notable work |
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| 🏅 Awards | * Recognition by Vietnamese national press for conservation art[1] |
| 🌐 Website | www |
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Dao Van Hoang is a French–Vietnamese wildlife artist and conservation illustrator known for his paintings of endangered and lesser-known species, particularly in Southeast Asia. His work has been widely exhibited in Vietnam and internationally and has been featured in national newspapers and conservation media. Hoang is recognized for using fine art to raise awareness of biodiversity loss and threatened wildlife.[7][8][9]
Early life and background
Hoang was born in Vietnam and raised in France, where he developed a passion for wildlife drawing. Before becoming a full-time artist, he worked in the advertising industry while drawing animals during his travels across Asia and Africa.[10] Encounters with endangered species and conservationists influenced his decision to shift toward wildlife art with a conservation purpose.[6]
Career
Hoang became a full-time wildlife artist in 2014. His work focuses on species at risk of extinction, including pangolins, macaques, civets, hornbills, and small wild cats.[4] He conducts field research in national parks and wildlife rescue centers, sketching animals directly from life.[11]
Exhibitions and public projects
- Wildlife Through the Eyes of a French–Vietnamese Artist (Ho Chi Minh City, 2024) – Solo exhibition with more than 150 works, covered by Vietnam News and Zing News.[9][12]
- Wildlife of the Annamites (HCMC, 2023) – Featured in Phụ Nữ Online.[10]
- Exhibitions at scientific conferences, including the American Society of Primatologists (2025).[2]
- International mural projects in the United States, Madagascar, Zimbabwe, Indonesia, and Vietnam, created in partnership with NGOs such as WWF, WAR, and Free the Bears.[1][3]
Collaborations with conservation organizations
Hoang has collaborated with conservation organizations including WWF, Wildlife At Risk (WAR), Free the Bears, Fauna & Flora International (FFI), and the Selamatkan Yaki Programme.[3][13] His illustrations have been used in conservation campaigns, field guides, educational materials, and biodiversity awareness projects.[14]
Artistic style and themes
Hoang’s work combines scientific accuracy with expressive composition, emphasizing species individuality and ecological importance.[15] He frequently highlights lesser-known or threatened species to draw attention to conservation issues.[16]
Media coverage
Hoang’s artwork has been featured in major Vietnamese newspapers such as Nhân Dân, Tuổi Trẻ, VnExpress, Vietnam News, Sài Gòn Giải Phóng, Phụ Nữ, Zing News, and Giáo Dục & Thời Đại.[17] International coverage includes Le Petit Journal, Oi Magazine, AsiaLIFE, iAMHCMC, and publications by conservation organizations including the Society for Conservation Biology and Global Wildlife Conservation.[18][14]
Selected works
| Series / Work | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife of the Annamites | Series depicting critically endangered species of the Annamite Mountains. | Widely covered in Vietnamese press.[4] |
| Small Cats of Asia | Paintings of lesser-known Asian felids. | Featured in conservation outreach.[14] |
| Hornbills of the World | Portraits of hornbill species. | Highlighted in exhibitions.[16] |
| Primates of Southeast Asia | Series on macaques, gibbons, and langurs. | Includes work shown at ASP and IPS events.[6] |
| Mekong River Series | Depictions of river fauna. | Featured in art magazines.[15] |
| Madagascar Fauna | Artwork of endemic species. | Produced during field expeditions.[6] |
| Yaki Series | Portraits of Sulawesi macaques. | Documented in Yaki Magz.[5] |
Education and outreach
Hoang conducts art workshops for children and contributes to nature education programs integrating drawing with biodiversity learning.[19][3]
External links
References
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