A visitor enjoys, All Things Considered, a piece of art from VMFA's Tsherin Sherp: Spirits exhibition

All Things Considered (detail), 2014, Tsherin Sherpa (American, born Nepal 1968), gold leaf, acrylic, and ink on two canvases. Elaine W. Ng and Fabio Rossi Collection.

Cost: Free, tickets required

Conversation | Relocation, Connection & Community

Fri, Jul 29, 2022 | 6:30–7:30pm

Leslie Cheek Theater

Join VMFA for a panel discussion of individuals who immigrated to the United States much like Tsherin Sherpa, the Nepalese-born Tibetan American artist currently featured in the special exhibition Tsherin Sherpa: Spirits. Discover the connections between the artist’s journey and art and the immigrant experiences of members of the Richmond community.

Panelists:

Headshot of Helen Rai

Helen Rai, Director of Client Engagement at ReEstablish Richmond

Headshot of Victor Mukete

Victor Mukete, Attorney, and a Senior Manager with the Litigation Practice Group, Altria’s Law Department

Headshot of Jo Ann Breaux

Jo Ann Breaux, Director of Marketing and Media | Latin Ballet of Virginia

Headshot of Khushnood Nabizada

Khushnood Nabizada, Journalist and Communication Specialist


Livestream Option: Can’t make it in-person? Livestream the event from the comfort of home. Simply tune in here at the scheduled event time. Free; no registration required.