Jul 27, 6:30-7:30 pm
Reynolds Lecture Hall
With Jonathan Copeland, Fashion Stylist/Merchandiser and Publishing Entrepreneur; Rae Berryman, Independent Multicultural Marketing Consultant; Ted Lewis, Executive Director, Side by Side (formerly ROSMY) Celeste Fetta, VMFA Chief Educator, moderates a discussion with guests Jon Copeland, Rae Berryman, and Ted Lewis on how Yves Saint Laurent challenged fashion codes around sexuality and gender expression and identity.…
Third Friday of every month, 6 – 8 pm
Atrium
Join in the fun and exotic beauty of the tango with Richmond’s tango community, while enjoying the food and social atmosphere in Best Café. You can also take advantage of half-price beverages as part of Friday Art & Wine.
with Christopher Oliver, Assistant Curator of American Art
Thu, Jul 24, 5:30 – 7 pm
Pauley Center Parlor
VMFA Book Club: Using books about artists or works of art currently on view at VMFA to pique curiosity and open discussions, VMFA Book Club explores these specific works of art as well as the setting and period surrounding the art. NOTE: Reading the book is helpful but not required. The VMFA Shop stocks a…
with Curators Mitchell Merling and John Ravenal
Wed, Jul 16, 11 am – noon
Meet at Visitor Services Desk.
Current exhibition Ryan McGinness: Studio Visit provides an excellent opportunity to reconsider VMFA’s outstanding collection of European tapestries in contemporary terms. Join Mitchell Merling, Paul Mellon Curator and Head of the Department of European Art, and John Ravenal, the Sydney and Frances Lewis Family Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, in the galleries for a discussion…
Fri, Sep 4, 3 – 9:30 pm
Sat, Sep 5, 10:30 am – 5 pm; Reception: 5 – 7 pm
Leslie Cheek Theater
To complement our special exhibition Japanese Tattoo: Perseverance, Art, and Tradition, VMFA will present the only major Tattoo Arts and Film Festival in Virginia. Honoring the rich history and tradition of tattooing and its enduring and evolving impact on contemporary visual culture, the two-day festival will include feature films plus a session exploring Japanese anime,…
with Lori Valente
Five-day camps beginning Jun 2, 9, 16, Mon – Fri, 10 am – noon
MWV Art Education Center
VMFA’s youngest artists embrace a world of art, culture, and imagination. Designed with Virginia’s Foundation Blocks for Early Learning in mind, these programs foster cognitive and motor development, creative growth, and self-expression. Budding young artists discover their talents in the studio with art materials, educational games and story time alongside adventures in the gallery. Register online or…
Fri, Jun 6, 6 – 8 pm
Atrium
Major and the Monbacks have infused the party energy of southern soul, blending old-school style with pop melodies, ska, and soul horn riffs. This nine-piece band with four vocalists, a hypeman, and horn section wields an original blend of retro R&B, ’60s twang, and new-school garage pop jams. They’ve reached “monback mania” status in their…
Fri, Mar 11, 6–8 pm
VMFA Atrium & Best Café
Kick off spring 2016 with a unique night of modeling, music, and wine! Back by popular demand, the VMFA Shop presents an informal modeling session featuring the hats of award-winning designers Ignatius Creegan and Rod Givens as well as the Shop’s new lines of spring jewelry and accessories. Enjoy dinner in the Best Café, complete with…
Tue, Mar 8, 11–11:30 am & Thu, Mar 10, 6:30–7 pm
Meet at Visitor Services Desk
Celebrate Women’s History Month with VMFA by exploring three of the many women artists included in the permanent collection. Join Adult Programs Coordinator Izzie Fuqua to discover three tenacious and creative artists as well as their individual inspirations and artistic processes.
Fri, Mar 4, noon–7 pm & Sat–Sun, Mar 5–6, noon–4 pm
VMFA Shop
New York jewelry designer Ayala Naphtali draws her inspiration from ancient alphanumeric systems, contemporary architecture, and her own cultural history. Intrigued by balance and proportion, the artist utilizes minimal forms and bold colors to create elegant works of wearable art. In addition to receiving numerous awards, Ayala’s pieces have been exhibited both nationally and internationally and can be…
