US$100

I was in Hanoi last year about this time.  I walk about the streets a lot near the hotel.  There are painting shops around and I asked if they can paint portrait for family.  Yes, they can do it but need a few days to complete the job.  It was too short.  This time in Ho Chi Min, I arrived early and managed to find an artist who is painting in his shop.  He asked for US$100 for family protrait of 5.  I negotiated for 2 million dong as $100 is worth 2.2 million dong.  He agreed with the price and I sent a picture to his email.  He use the picture to paint.  We sealed the deal Monday late afternoon and by this afternoon, Thursday it is ready.  The painting is okay standard.  I am happy with the result but do not know how long it will last.