Da Nang: Vietnamese Lacquer Painting Workshop

3 hours

Easy

Discover the art of Vietnamese lacquer painting in Da Nang. Learn traditional techniques, create your own artwork and enjoy a relaxing, meditative experience with a local artisan.
Step into a world of depth, patience and quiet beauty with a Vietnamese lacquer painting workshop in Da Nang. Discover one of Vietnam's most refined and distinctive art forms, using natural resin from the sơn ta tree.

Layer materials such as gold, silver, eggshell and seashell to create artworks rich in texture and meaning. Unlike many art styles, lacquer reveals its beauty slowly – through time, precision and careful craftsmanship.

In this hands-on workshop, be introduced to the fundamentals of Vietnamese lacquer art through a simplified yet authentic process, guided by a local artisan. Learn and practise eggshell inlay techniques to create natural textures, layering and polishing methods to reveal hidden colours, and burnishing techniques to bring out subtle shine and depth.

Compose your own miniature lacquer artwork. Each step is slow and meditative, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the creative process. Your finished piece may be small – a decorative tile or miniature panel – but it reflects something deeper. Vietnamese lacquer art is not about instant beauty, but about patience, subtlety and time. What you create is not just an artwork, but a moment of stillness captured in layers.
What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Lacquer materials (board, resin, eggshell, decorative elements)
  • Tools and step-by-step guidance
  • Protective equipment and workspace
  • Your finished lacquer artwork to take home
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
Please note

    Know before you go

    • Duration: 90–120 minutes (flexible options available)
    • Location: Central Da Nang
    • Language: English-speaking instructor
    • Suitable for beginners and art lovers
    What to bring

      What to bring

      • Comfortable clothes
      • Clothes that can get dirty