Tibet House US to Showcase Photography by Barbara Paul

Starting July 26, Tibet House US, the internationally renowned arts and cultural institution in New York City, will host a two-month exhibition of work by photographer Barbara Paul.

"Grasslands of Eastern Tibet: Nomads, Festivals & Monasteries" is a selection of photographs from several thousand images shot on the high plateau of Eastern Tibet, featuring the unique customs and lifestyle of the Amdo nomads.

The show includes the brilliantly costumed Machen summer horse festival and its bejeweled women adorned with amber and coral.

Speaking from her home in Westport, CT, Barbara Paul commented:

“It is an honor and a pleasure to exhibit at Tibet House in New York. I have photographed in various parts of Asia over the years, but I was particularly struck on this occasion by the tremendous spirit of the people of Tibet.”

“Given the turmoil around the world, it was very uplifting to be reminded of the intrinsic desire for friendship and understanding that is the essence of peaceful community.”

Grasslands of Eastern Tibet continues Barbara Paul’s association with Tibet House US following the use of her other work for the institution’s Philip Glass-curated 2005 Benefit Concert at Carnegie Hall with Patti Smith, Lou Reed, Debbie Harry and Michael Stipe.

Barbara Paul has previously exhibited at Gallery Vietnam in New York, and at the Thomas J. Walsh Gallery at Fairfield University, among others.