VCU Health Arts in Healthcare

03/13/2026

Open CALL FOR ART!

We are seeking artists to submit digital images of original artwork available for purchase for the new Chesterfield Pavilion. The deadline is 5 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time), September 1, 2026.

Details on how to submit: https://www.vcuhealth.org/services/support-services/arts-in-healthcare/fine-art-collection/

03/13/2026

On Exhibit | Paintings by Sara Clark
On exhibit 3/2 – 4/30/2026 in the Gateway Gallery (1st Floor)
We are thrilled I have these incredible paintings by on exhibit, creating a healing and inviting space for all that walk the hospital halls.

“DISCOVERY”

Sara Clark earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art History and a Master of Fine Arts in Painting and Printmaking from Virginia Commonwealth University. Sara lives and maintains her studio in Richmond, Virginia. She Taught for over twenty years as Adjunct Faculty at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Studio School and as Adjunct and Affiliate Graduate Faculty at Virginia Commonwealth University in The School of the Arts. She is a recipient of a Professional Fellowship Award for painting from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

ARTIST STATEMENT

My body of work originates in visual thinking. The unseen in the mind’s eye allows for the organization of thoughts. To realize this, I choreograph a range of topological forms within stylized infographic environments to explore the visual communication of information.

I derive imagery from topology which is a branch of mathematics where fundamental forms are bent, folded, and stretched to study their qualitative features. These features reflect aspects of physical space, dimension, and transformation. The infographics, such as elements from graphs, charts, and plots, reflect aspects of data, examination, and discovery.

02/23/2026

On January 31st, the new Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Tower NICU opened! It was an absolute honor to select and install 59+ original pieces of fine art, creating a comforting environment for our tiniest patients, their family members, providers, and visitors. We know that the thoughtfulness put into the selection and placement of each piece will help those at CHoR feel more cared for, both physically and mentally. VCU Health VCUarts National Organization for Arts in Health Crossroads Art Center Amandaryanart Doug Mock Julia Malakoff Art

01/18/2026

We had a wonderful time with this event and can’t wait to see the shirts on the courts in a few weeks!

12/29/2025

at supported by thoughtfully curating the art collection for the 4th floor expansion opening in January 2026! These stunning works of art will provide healing, comfort, and peace during patients’ admissions for many years to come. .pruitt

12/05/2025

Our 18th Annual Craft Sale yesterday was such a hit! We had everything from baked goods, jewelry, paintings, photography, and pottery to fun knitted charms. We hope you were able to take care of some holiday shopping and snag a few fun items for yourself.

11/10/2025

10/09/2025

We are thrilled to be hosting the highly anticipated Richmond Folk Festival tomorrow in the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Performance Space. Performing tomorrow at 10:15am is YAMINI KALLURI & THE KRITYA MUSIC ENSEMBLE!

It is VCU Health Arts in Healthcare's mission to facilitate events that give our patients and visitors unique opportunity experiences while here at the hospital, providing moments to unwind and reset.

YAMINI KALLURI & THE KRITYA MUSIC ENSEMBLE
Friday, October 10 from 10:15-11am
Location | CHoR Performance Space, Sky Lobby
[open to pediatric patients and their family members]

“As cultural traditions take root in diaspora communities, new connections between generations and cultures are both necessary and revitalizing. Right after the pandemic, acclaimed young dancer Yamini Kalluri, a master of the Kuchipudi dance of her Telugu forbearers, began a collaboration with some of the finest Carnatic musicians in the country, adding a new depth to her captivating movements. Their appearance at the Richmond Folk Festival braids together these two strands of South Indian tradition into a spellbinding presentation of their shared heritage.” Richmond Folk Festival VCU HealthRVA Magazine VCUarts Theatre VCUarts National Organization for Arts in Health

10/03/2025

recognizes and honors Hispanic Heritage Month through the exhibition of works by Richard Harding ! Take a stroll through the Gateway Gallery to enjoy these intricate and exciting pieces, showcasing rich history and cultural significance.

On Exhibit | 9/9 - 11/6/2025

Richard Harding is an Ashland-based artist who specializes in the intricate techniques found in basketry. Through the use of chording sewn in concentric circles, he creates stunning and unique pieces that emulate the beauty of organic forms. Inspired by cultural parallels between basketry and pottery, Harding’s work explores the intricate relationship between traditional crafts and contemporary art. Using Thread, Twine, Rope, and other materials, he produces soft sculptures that challenge the traditional boundaries of fiber art.

With a deep appreciation for the meticulous process of weaving, Harding’s work not only showcases his technical proficiency but also invites viewers to contemplate the rich history and cultural significance of basketry.

09/03/2025

is celebrating it’s 20th Annual National Arts program with a record showing of artists and artwork! We had 261 pieces of artwork by 157 artists who were comprised of and team members, their immediate family members, retirees, volunteers, and medical students. Our team members, patients, and visitors have come to love this time of year because of this show 🖼️🎨🏥

This is the last week to view the exhibit, so make it a point to stop by Main Hospital 1st floor to enjoy this amazing exhibition!

08/22/2025

The bright colors of Victoria Collins' paintings fill the hallway of our North Hospital lobby! From the abstract geometrical paintings to the vibrant landscapes, the joy found in her pieces are a welcome breath of fresh air when entering VCU Health.

On exhibit 8.1 - 10.31.2025

“Each morning, I begin in stillness—reading, journaling, and meditating. This quiet time grounds me and often inspires the thoughts, feelings, and intentions that I carry into my creative process. I see art everywhere. Observing nature—its shapes, textures, and colors—sparks a desire in me to create, to explore, and to express.
Whether working with canvas or photography, I am drawn to the play of color—bright and bold. I build depth and energy through layers of paint, gestural movement, and intuitive mark making, allowing each piece to evolve organically. My work is a reflection of the joy I find in the process and the light I hope to share with others.
Through my art, I invite you into a shared journey—one of curiosity, emotion, and connection. My hope is that each piece brings positive energy and a sense of warmth and light into your space.
Art, for me, is an exploration of color, texture, and emotion. My journey began with a foundation in Art and Psychology, leading to a lifelong appreciation of how creativity connects us to ourselves and others. After years in the medical device industry, my move to Lake Anna in 2020 reignited my passion for painting. I am drawn to the tactile experience of “pushing” paint, layering colors, and discovering unexpected depth through acrylics, mixed media, and oil painting. The interplay of texture and movement in my work mirrors the organic flow of nature and emotion, creating pieces that invite personal interpretation. Above all, I am honored when my art resonates with others—when someone feels a connection strong enough to welcome it into their space. Each painting is a conversation, an expression of joy, contemplation, and discovery.“
William & Mary National Organization for Arts in Health VCU Health Nursing VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center

06/02/2025

Currently on exhibit in the Gateway Gallery are lovely oil paintings by ! Take a moment to relax and enjoy the variety of scenes and subjects that she has painted, creating a beautiful and healing space for all of those that walk the hospital halls at

On exhibit April 2 – August 1, 2025

Artist Carson Overstreet grew up in the small town of Bedford, Virginia in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Inspired by the southern landscape and molded by her own artistic family upbringing, Carson—who was always artistically inclined—took up painting in 2013. For her first ten years of painting, she worked as a self-taught artist. Since 2023, she has enrolled in courses with Scott Christensen and the late Randy Sexton and read every art book that she can. She dabbles in a little bit of everything with subjects including landscapes, florals, still life, figures and plein air, though large-scale landscapes and florals continue to be her most sought-after pieces. Her work defies categorization ranging from large to small, muted to saturated with color, realistic to abstract.

Carson’s work is available to see in person at LinDor Arts (Roanoke, Virginia), The District Gallery (Knoxville, Tennessee), and Camellia Art (Hilton Head Island and Bluffton), South Carolina). Her work is available for purchase online at .pruitt Pruitt and through Carson’s own website.

Carson is a member of the American Impressionist Society and teaches classes locally in Richmond, Virginia at Make Creative Studio.