UCSD Visual Arts Doctoral Research Colloquium
- March 6, 2026
- 1:00 pm


Art as Healing: Honoring Women’s Stories is a community gathering exploring the powerful intersection of creativity, healing, and human connection.
Hosted by Womanity Portrait Foundation, this evening brings together artists, survivors, and community members to reflect on how art can serve as a tool for emotional healing, resilience, and self-reclamation.
The event will feature short talks, personal stories from breast cancer survivors, visual art installations, and an open mixer designed to foster meaningful conversation and genuine connection.
While the stories shared center women’s lived experiences the event is open to all who believe in the power of art to heal, connect, and inspire.
While the stories shared center women’s lived experiences—particularly breast cancer survivors—the event is open to all who believe in the power of art to heal, connect, and inspire.
Visual Art Installation
A curated display of portrait photography and artwork honoring women’s stories and journeys.
Short Talks & Personal Stories
Hear from women who have participated in Womanity Portrait Foundation programs, sharing how art has supported their healing and transformation.
6:00 – 6:30 PM Guest arrival · Wine & light snacks · Viewing artwork
6:30 – 6:50 PM Presentation by Galina Semenova (Founder & CEO), Womanity Portrait Foundation
6:50 – 7:15 PM Personal stories shared by breast cancer survivors who participated in WPF’s programs
7:15 – 7:30 PM Blanca Lucia Bergman, MBA (Art Unites · Mental Wellness for Artists)
Talk on the mental health benefits of the arts
7:30 – 8:00 PM Community mixer
All genders are welcome.
Please REGISTER to attend.
Alcazar Garden Entrance
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