Myanmar Impressionist Artist
Win Myint Moe
Creating impressionist paintings in watercolor, oil, and acrylic. Capturing the soul of Myanmar through atmospheric landscapes, vibrant traditional ceremonies, rain-soaked streets, and the fleeting dance of light across ancient temples and daily life.
Born
1955, Nyaung Don Township, Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar
Education
State School of Fine Arts, Yangon (1973–76)
Studied Under
U Win Htein (Nyaung Don), U Thu Kha, U Thein Han, U Mya Aye and U Lun Gywe
Artistic Journey
Win Myint Moe creates impressionist paintings in watercolor, oil, and acrylic, bringing Myanmar's cultural heritage to life on canvas. After training at the State School of Fine Arts, Yangon (1973-76) under renowned masters Dr. U Lun Gywe, U Thu Kha, U Thein Han, U Mya Aye, and U Win Htein, he learned the impressionist tradition and honed his observational practice. He spent countless hours sketching traditional Myanmar dancers from crowded audiences, studying how light and movement transform a fleeting moment into lasting art.
Today, his brush captures the many faces of Myanmar: misty morning markets, golden pagodas bathed in monsoon light, nostalgic village scenes from a bygone era, traditional water festivals, and the quiet dignity of daily rituals. Through fluid, confident strokes in watercolor, oil, and acrylic, he continues practicing the impressionist tradition passed down by his masters, rendering the authentic spirit, timeless beauty, and living culture of Myanmar onto canvas.
Awards & Recognition
- 1976
U Ngwe Gaing Gold Medal Award
U Ngwe Gaing Committee
- 1996
First Prize (Oil color), First Prize (Poster)
Traditional Artist and Artisan Association
- 2007
First Prize (Myanmar Art Award)
Tun Foundation Bank Best Painting
- 2009
Third Prize (Myanmar Art Award)
Tun Foundation Bank Best Painting
- 2010
Special Prize (Myanmar Art Award)
Tun Foundation Bank Best Painting