Upcoming Exhibitions
Location: Kunsthal (Kunstlinie)
Dates: Saturday, 11 October until Sunday, 21 December 2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Tickets:
* General admission: €12.50
* Youth (up to 17 years) & Museum Card holders: Free
Description:
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the city of Almere, Kunstlinie is opening the doors to its art depot. The exhibition Almere Collection: From Depot to Studio offers a rare glimpse into Almere’s growing art collection—not just as a reflection of the past, but as a living, evolving story that invites reinterpretation and fresh perspectives.
Visitors are taken on an immersive journey from storage to presentation to creation. The experience is shaped by space, light, visuals—and active participation. This collection doesn’t just tell the story of the city’s development; it also inspires new generations of artists, thinkers, and dreamers.
We’re excited to share that Luna Nguyen will be exhibiting one of her artworks (at hall 4) as part of this special exhibition. Her piece contributes to the vibrant narrative of Almere and offers a unique, personal interpretation of its creative spirit.
This exhibition is shaped by three thoughtful curators: Kasper Jongejan, Mark Wiechman, and Mik Augusteijn—who grew up in Almere themselves. Together, they connect what the city has been with what it could become, blending familiar stories with new possibilities.
Come and visit!
Be part of this inspiring experience—feel, reflect, and imagine the future through the lens of art. Whether you’re a curious visitor or a dedicated art lover, From Depot to Studio promises a memorable and meaningful encounter.
Born As Artists Exhibition by The New Library Almere Stad
Location: The New Library, Almere Stad
Exhibition Area: The Youth Department (Jongeren Afdeling)
Dates: Saturday, 1 November until Sunday, 14 December 2025
Duration: 6 weeks
***You’re warmly invited to our EXPO Opening Evening!***
Opening Party: Wednesday, 5 November 2025
Time: 18:30 – 19:30 (only 1 hour, please be on time)
Event Location: The same place at the Exhibition Area: The Youth Department (Jongeren Afdeling)
Come join us and share the love for Creativity! There are snacks and drinks available to celebrate.
EXPO Entry: Free of charge during regular library opening hours.
To request a personal or group tour, please fill out the contact form at:
👉 lunanguyen.com/contact
About the Exhibition:
Born As Artists showcases the creative work of over 70 young talents from Almere – children aged 6 to 14, along with 7 dedicated instructors from the Luna Nguyen Atelier, including Luna herself.
This exhibition is a celebration of growth, imagination, and self-expression. Each artwork reflects the unique journey of an artist discovering their voice, supported by a vibrant and inclusive creative community.
Organised by Luna Nguyen in collaboration with The New Library Almere Stad, Born As Artists offers a platform for these emerging creators to shine, build confidence, and share their vision with the public.
As Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist.” This exhibition serves as a reminder that the creative spirit lives within all of us – the ability to imagine, to play, and to rediscover the joy we once knew as children.
We warmly invite you to come and experience the joy, talent, and passion of these local artists from different age groups and backgrounds.
Curious what your child could create?
Sign up for a trial class with us, and discovering the artist within.
Exhibition HART - Saeckenborgh Expo
📍 Saeckenborgh Expo | Spoordreef 20 38 | 1315GP Almere
📅 From 20 November until 8 December 2025
Duration: 3,5 weeks
Opening Days: From Thursday to Sunday: 13:00 – 17:00 (4 hours)
🎨 You’re Invited: HART – An Exhibition That Speaks from Within
We warmly invite you to visit HART, a group exhibition. This powerful and diverse exhibition brings together artists from across The Netherlands who respond to today’s world through personal, playful, critical, or emotional artworks.
HART showcases a wide range of media – from comics to oil paintings, from small and subtle to bold and bizarre. It’s a space for reflection, connection, and expression.
A special highlight of the event is Atelierroute 49 Almere on Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 November, where you’ll have the chance to visit studios, meet artists, and engage directly with the creative process. One of Luna’s artwork is also a part of this exhibition.
Whether you’re an art lover, curious visitor, or supporter of the arts, we would be honored by your presence.
Please note: As of Monday, 13th October 2025, Luna Nguyen Atelier has moved to Level 3 of the same building. If you’re visiting Almere Route 49, be sure to stop by and explore our new space!
Past Events & Exhibitions
Uit Festival Almere Stad - Luna Nguyen Kimono Fashion Show
Time: 14:00–15:00
Event: Uit Festival Almere Stad
Special Activity: Luna Nguyen Kimono Fashion Show
Location Fashion Show: Diagonaal Street (between Douglas & Hema)
Join us for a fun and vibrant Kimono Catwalk Show organised and designed by Luna Nguyen celebrating this year’s theme:
Mother & Child – Love and Connection.
🎉 Enjoy 50% off all kimono collections at our nearby stall.
The stall is open from 12:00-17:00.
Please note: Location for our kimono stall on September 28th: opposite the EXPO shop Almere Centrum | Citadel 36, 1315 VL Almere (This is the updated location!)
Don’t miss your chance to take home something special!
Kunstkwatier Group Exhibition by The New Library Almere Haven
From Tuesday, July 1st to Tuesday, September 29th, you’re invited to visit The New Library in Almere Haven to view four artworks by Luna Nguyen.
The exhibition features two acrylic paintings and two abstract fabric pieces enhanced with hand embroidery – showcasing Luna’s signature blend of technique and texture.
This display is part of a group exhibition in collaboration with Kunstkwartier, celebrating the organization’s 10th anniversary.
The artworks can be viewed during the library’s regular opening hours. Can’t make it inside? No problem – the pieces are also visible from the window, so you can still enjoy them while passing by.
Kunstkwatier 10th years celebration by Casa Casla Almere Stad
You’re invited to celebrate 10 years of Kunstkwartier Almere Haven with a special group exhibition at Casa Casla.
Exhibition Dates:
Sunday, September 7 – Sunday, September 28, 2025
This festive event is organised by a group of artists from Kunstkwartier to mark a nearly decade of creativity, community, and artistic growth.
Opening Day:
Sunday, September 7 | 13:30
Also open on:
- Sunday, September 14 | 14:00 – 17:00
- Sunday, September 21 | 14:00 – 17:00
- Sunday, September 28 | 14:00 – 17:00
Please note: Luna will not be present at the exhibition opening, as it coincides with the LNA Opening Day (from 13:00 to 15:00). However, one of her paintings will be on display as part of the exhibition.
Saeckenborgh Group Exhibition by Casa Casla Almere Stad
You’re warmly invited to the Saeckenborgh Group Exhibition at Casa Casla in Almere Stad, running from Sunday, August 3rd to Saturday, August 23rd, 2025.
This vibrant group exhibition features five artists from the Saeckenborgh Broedplaats:
Bridget Verhoeven, Folkje Nawijn, Kasper Jongejan, Luna Nguyen, and Myriam Weisz.
Opening Day Celebration:
Sunday, August 3 | 14:00 – 17:00
Join us for an afternoon of art, music, drinks, and good company. Meet the artists, hear about their creative processes, and enjoy the inspiring atmosphere.
Exhibition Openings:
- Sunday, August 10 | 14:00 – 17:00
- Sunday, August 17 | 14:00 – 17:00
- Saturday, August 23 | 14:00 – 17:00
Bring your friends and family, and come celebrate art, community, and creativity in the heart of Almere!
LNA Kids Art Competition 2025 – Winners Announcement
We’re excited to announce the winners of the LNA Kids Art Competition 2025. Our judges — and the public — were truly impressed by the creativity, originality, and technique shown in every submission.
🎉 First Prize goes to Myiesha for her outstanding artwork! She has won a full scholarship for the 2025–2026 school year at Luna Nguyen Atelier, and can choose any available date to join one of our kids’ drawing classes.
🏅 Second Prize goes to Melody and Samantha!
🏅 Third Prize goes to Birgit, Inaya, and Shai!
All runners-up will receive a beautiful painting set to support their artistic journey.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated — your talent and passion made this competition truly inspiring. Keep creating, and stay tuned for more exciting opportunities to share your art with the world.
This event was a success thanks to the trust and support of our students’ parents — we are truly grateful.
🎨 Don’t miss out! Stay up to date with upcoming events and next year’s competition by subscribing to our newsletter.
Kid Art Ambassador Competition 2025 – Winner Announcement
A big congratulations to Inaya for being selected as our 2025 Art Ambassador! Her creativity, passion for art, and readiness to take on this meaningful role truly stood out.
As our atelier young ambassador, Inaya will represent the Atelier at special events and exhibitions, help inspire fellow young artists, and participate in exclusive activities throughout the year.
She will also play a special role in sharing her journey at LNA by contributing to our videos, content, and storytelling — helping others better understand how the Atelier works and proudly serving as the face of Luna Nguyen Atelier.
As part of her award, Inaya will receive:
A 50% discount on a full year of study at Luna Nguyen Atelier for the 2025–2026 school year
A professional painting set to support her creative journey.
We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the incredible candidates who participated. Your enthusiasm, talent, and imagination made this event truly special.
A warm thank-you as well to all the parents who supported their children and this competition — your encouragement plays a vital role in nurturing young creativity.
We’re so proud of every one of you. Stay tuned for more exciting opportunities — and keep shining through your art!
📸 An interview with Inaya and her photo will be posted soon – catch the next up date!
LNA Children Art Exhibition - 31 May & 01 June 2025
Celebrate International Children’s Day with us at the Luna Nguyen Atelier Kids Art Exhibition!
This special event offers a wonderful platform for our young artists, students of Luna Nguyen Atelier aged 6 to 14, to proudly showcase their creative work. We warmly welcome our students, their families, friends, and the public to join us for the special Opening Party on Saturday, 31 May from 12:00 to 13:30.
The exhibition will be open to visitors on both days from 12:00 to 17:00.
Some students will also have their artworks available for purchase, with prices ranging from €5 to €50. A number of these sales support meaningful causes chosen by the students.
Program Highlights:
Saturday, 31 May: Opening Day
12:00 – 13:30 | Opening Party
- 12:00: Welcome drinks and snacks
- 12:15: Opening speech
- 12:30 – 13:00: Student performances (piano, singing, dancing, live drawing)
- 13:00 – 13:15: Lucky Draw – 3 winners will be selected to receive:
- One original drawing
- One painting
- One handmade kimono by Luna
(Visitors can enter the draw by submitting their name at the event.)
Sunday, 1 June:
14:00 – 15:00 | Face Painting for Kids
Learn Dutch with Luna through Poetry & Art
Sundays in 2025, March 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd — From 13:00 to 15:00 by The New Library Almere Stad
‘Since I’ve moved to The Netherlands, it has been a constant struggle with many new factors, from finding a job, to learning the new language, to adapting to the cold weather, to connecting to the people and its culture.
In that long list, there were many things I couldn’t change, and if I could, it may take a long time. But I have decided to focus on what I can change quickly, and that is the language skill.
That was the best decision I have made, because the Dutch language was a bridge to connect me with almost everything else that was new.
Within 2 years I got to level B2 and could stand and lead the class in their mother tongue. From teaching in many different schools to having my own atelier. From having 2 students when it was open last year to having 60 students as of now, and still more are coming. I’m super grateful and also proud of my dedication and hard work.
I completed a poetry writing course in the library 2 years ago and after that I took 1 year to write my first book:”New in The Netherlands” and published it last year in June 2024.
To master my writing skill, I attended another creative poetry writing course with the University of Oxford and passed with high remarks, which was a big surprise and motivation for me to go on, because most of my classmates speak English as their first language and I sometimes still need to use google translate to find the word’s meaning.
I’m happy and honoured to collaborate with the new library Almere Stad to conduct a one-of-a-kind workshop: “Learn Dutch through Poetry writing and Art.”
You can check out this link (and also at my bio) for more details and to sign up. Please feel free to share it with anyone who might be interested or benefits from this workshop.
I’m looking forward to welcoming you there, to share with you the knowledge I’ve learned in the past few years, and to discovering the beauty of the Dutch language together.
My goal is to help as many people as possible to make this place a home sooner and easier. See you soon!’
LNA Exhibition by Almere Stadhuis
6th January – 28th January 2025
Luna has been invited to showcase her artworks and book at the Stadhuis during the New Year Celebration. The paintings will be continuing exhibited from 6th January until 28th January.
Painting description:
Ikigai
Acrylic painting on canvas by Luna Nguyen
180 x 180 x 3 cm
December 2024 – January 2025
‘Life itself is the greatest treasure, and family is the most valuable part of it. Family goes beyond blood ties; it’s the people we meet who make us feel at home— friends who care for us like siblings and strangers who welcome us, sharing their culture, language, and traditions.
This painting tells a personal story of me and my daughter adjusting to life in a new country. It wasn’t easy, and we often longed for our family’s presence.
Each symbol in the painting represents loved ones: the tiger for my father, the snake for my mother, the monkey for my sister (in which of the 12 Vietnamese zodiac cycle years that they are born), and the cat for our late pet.
The cat serves as a reminder to cherish life, appreciate every moment, making the most of every day while we are still here. After all, the only certainties in life are its beginning and its end.
The magnolia tree (brought to Europe many centuries ago from the East by an Italian botanist) in the background symbolises being grounded, supported by the Earth, and blooming to share beauty and resilience, offering its grace to life and those around it.
I named this painting Ikigai—a Japanese concept meaning “a reason for living” or “a purpose in life,” blending life’s worth and meaning into a single, profound idea.’
Interview the Winner of LNA Kid Art Competition 2024-2025
The winner was awarded a full-year scholarship, valid through July 2025.
1. Hoe voelde je je toen je hoorde dat je had gewonnen?
Ik voelde me blij.
2. Is dit de eerste keer dat je meedoet aan een kunstwedstrijd, of heb je dit al eerder gedaan?
Ja, ik heb dit eerder gedaan.
3. Wat betekent kunst voor jou persoonlijk?
Ik vind het vooral leuk. Ik vind het leuk om te fantaseren over mijn gevoel en dat te tekenen of te schilderen op papier.
4. Wie of wat heeft de grootste invloed gehad op je artistieke reis?
Ik bewonder Luna mijn tekenjuf, omdat ze mij veel dingen laat zien. Mijn oma was een goede tekenares, ik heb gezien wat ze allemaal kon tekenen en dat heeft mij vooral geïnspireerd.
5. Waar zie je je kunst in de toekomst naartoe gaan?
In de toekomst wil ik verder door gaan met kunst en een beetje wat Luna doet.
6. Heeft je toekomstige projecten?
Nee, ik wil nu vooral doorgaan met tekenen.
7. Welk advies zou je andere aspirant-kunstenaars geven die aan dit soort wedstrijden willen deelnemen?
Gewoon doen en niet opgeven.
8. Hoe is jouw ervaring met studeren aan het Luna Nguyen Atelier?
Ik heb vooral leerzame dingen geleerd bij Luna, zoals nieuwe technieken en goed tips om beter te worden.
Wednesday, 18th December 2024
Interview the Winner of LNA Adult Art Competition 2024-2025
The winner was awarded a full-year scholarship, valid through November 2025.
1. Hoe voelde je je toen je hoorde dat je had gewonnen?
Ik was blij verrast. Mijn eerste reactie was: Wwaattt?!
2. Is dit de eerste keer dat je meedoet aan een kunstwedstrijd, of heb je dit al eerder gedaan?
Dit is de eerste keer dat ik mee heb gedaan aan een kunstwedstrijd. Ik vond het daarom toch een beetje spannend.
3. Wat betekent kunst voor jou persoonlijk?
Het alledaagse leven is zo gehaast en veel “moet”. Schilderen brengt mij tot rust. Het is een me-time.
4. Wie of wat heeft de grootste invloed gehad op je artistieke reis?
Als kind was ik verwonderd van het werk van Bob Ross. Hij heeft mijn interesse opgewekt voor landscaping. Daarnaast heb ik niet een specifieke artist die invloed op mij heeft. Er loopt zoveel art talent op de wereld. I just like what I see and get inspired.
5. Waar zie je je kunst in de toekomst naartoe gaan?
Nog geen idee. Voor nu is het een hele leuke hobby.
6. Heeft je toekomstige projecten?
Sip&paints organiseren met meer schilder kennis als voorheen.
7. Welk advies zou je andere aspirant-kunstenaars geven die aan dit soort wedstrijden willen deelnemen?
Niet teveel twijfelen maar gewoon lekker jezelf uitdagen. Art = Art. Er is dus geen goed of fout. Doe het vooral voor de plezier en laat je unieke stempel maar zien.
8. Hoe is jouw ervaring met studeren aan het Luna Nguyen Atelier?
Luna is een lieve gepassioneerde docent. Ze laat me andere perspectieven zien en geeft vrijgevig tips&tricks weg waar zij jarenlang over heeft gedaan, om het jou makkelijker te maken. Ik sta versteld van wat ik allemaal heb getekend binnen zo’n korte periode. Haar lessen zijn een fijn stukje me-time voor mij.
Wednesday, 18th December 2024
Current & Past Exhibitions
Luna Nguyen's Art Exhibitions
01 NOV t/m 14 DEC 2025: Born As Artists | Curated by Luna Nguyen | The New Library | Almere Stad The Netherlands
11 OCT t/m 21 DEC 2025: Van Depot tot Atelier | Almere Collection | Kunstlinie | Almere Stad The Netherlands
07 t/m 28 SEP 2025: Kunstkwatier 10 years Celebration | Groep Expo | Casa Casla | Almere Stad The Netherlands
03 t/m 25 AUG 2025: Saeckenborgh Groep EXPO | Curated by Luna Nguyen | Casa Casla | Almere Stad The Netherlands
01 JUL t/m 30 SEP 2025: Groep EXPO | The Library | Almere Haven The Netherlands
MAY-JUN 2025: LNA Kids Art EXPO | Curated by Luna Nguyen | Saeckenborgh Expo | Almere Stad The Netherlands
MAY 2025: EXPO De Verbeelding | Zeewolde The Netherlands
MAR 2025: EXPO Voorjaar | Saeckenborgh Expo | Almere Stad The Netherlands
DEC 2024: Christmas Market | Saeckenborgh Expo | Almere Stad The Netherlands
OCT-NOV 2024: EXPO Route 48 | Casa Casla | Almere Stad The Netherlands
OCT 2024: EXPO VIP met Kunstkwatier | Casa Casla | Almere Stad The Netherlands
SEP-OCT 2024: Expositie Cultuurdome | Almere Buiten The Netherlands
SEP-OCT 2024: The Power Of Art Exhibition | Curated by Luna Nguyen | Goede Rede Concerten | Almere Haven The Netherlands
MAR 2024: Luna Nguyen Art Exhibition | Curated by Luna Nguyen | Luna Nguyen Atelier| Almere Stad The Netherlands
2024: Trial EXPO | Saeckenborg Broedplaats | Almere Stad The Netherlands
2023: The Power Of Art Exhibition | Curated by Luna Nguyen | The Nieuwe Library | Almere Stad The Netherlands
2023: Art Exhibition | Kunst is Leuk | Almere Stad The Netherlands
2021: Art Gallery | Tiny Gallery | Lelystad The Netherlands
2019: Art Exhibition | Atelier Westerdok | Amsterdam The Netherlands
2018: Art Exhibition | The Townhouse Hotel | Milan Italy
2018: Art Exhibition | Etihad Modern Art Gallery | Abu Dhabi UAE
2018: Art Exhibition | Trade Art Gallery | Milan Italy
2018: World Art Dubai | Dubai UAE
2017: World Art Dubai | Dubai UAE
2016: World Art Dubai | Dubai UAE
2016: Art & Design Exhibition | INDEX World Trade Center Dubai UAE
2016: Women is the Architecture of the Society | Arab Cultural Club | Sharjah UAE
2015: Art Exhibition | City Walk | Dubai UAE
2015: Art Exhibition | ARTE Maker’s Market| Dubai UAE