Awesome Water Paintings by Myoe Win Aung Yangon

Burmese painter Myoe Win Aung, known especially for his beautiful and evocative watercolor paintings depicting scenes of life in Myanmar (formerly Burma), particularly in and around his hometown of Yangon (formerly Rangoon).

Here is an overview of his work and artistic characteristics:

Myoe Win Aung's Watercolor Style

• Subject Focus: His primary inspiration comes from the everyday life of the Burmese people, with a strong emphasis on Buddhist religious life. His most recognized works often feature:

  • Monks and Novices: Depicting young monks and nuns, often in procession, or going about their daily routine.

  • Monsoonal Rain: A particularly popular theme is the depiction of figures—especially monks—walking in the monsoonal rain, using traditional umbrellas. He is known for brilliantly capturing the effects of rain, mist, and reflections on the water-laden ground.

  • Simplicity and Composition: His work is praised for its excellent composition, using simple backgrounds and framing to draw the viewer's eye to the figures and the atmosphere.

• Medium: While he also works with oil colors, he is most internationally recognized for his mastery of watercolor, using the medium to create a delicate and atmospheric quality in his paintings.

• Background: Born in Yangon in 1972, Myoe Win Aung graduated from the State School of Fine Arts, Yangon, and studied under several masters, including U Lun Gywe.

His "water paintings" capture the light, color, and spiritual depth of Burmese culture and daily existence, making him one of the country's most collected contemporary artists.