Hai Doan

Hai Doan is a San Diego-based artist whose work blends traditional Chinese brush techniques with watercolor painting. Inspired by nature, Zen philosophy, and East Asian artistic traditions, his paintings capture the quiet beauty of orchids, bamboo, and plum blossoms through expressive brushwork and balanced composition.

Born in Vietnam and trained in fine art, Hai has devoted decades to both artistic practice and visual design. His work reflects a lifelong appreciation for simplicity, harmony, and the contemplative spirit found in nature. Each painting is created by hand using traditional materials and techniques, offering a moment of stillness in today's busy world.

Fine Art. Lacquer painting School of the Orient, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (1977)
Formal training in fine art, watercolor painting, traditional Chinese brush techniques, and East Asian artistic traditions.

San Diego City College, San Diego, California
Associate studies in Art and Design.

Continued artistic development through decades of professional practice, independent study, and participation in cultural art programs and exhibitions.

Group Exhibitions and Cultural Art Events in San Diego, California

Collaborated with prominent Vietnamese artists including Nghiêu Đề and Trần Định. Participated in exhibitions and cultural programs associated with the Vietnamese Artists Society and community art organizations in Southern California.