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Sarah Richardson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Historical Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga, specializing in the arts and religions of South Asia with a focus on Buddhist visual and material practices, particularly Himalayan painting. Her research explores the intersection of art, religion, and community-building, and she is currently working on a book project titled Visual Words in Tibetan Architecture.
- PhD in History of Religions, University of Toronto
Her research emphasizes the role of mural paintings in Tibetan Buddhist knowledge production and social communication. She has also contributed to the cataloging of Tibetan paintings at the Royal Ontario Museum and hosts the podcast Teaching Buddhism, extending her work into public and digital scholarship.
The 2020 UTM Teaching Excellence Award winner, Sarah’s recent article "When Walls Could Talk: The Powers of Tibetan Paintings in a Buddhist Library" highlights her expertise in Tibetan visual culture and religious art. Her work bridges academic research with experiential learning, prioritizing engagement with material culture in pedagogy.
- UTM Teaching Excellence Award for Sessional Instructors (2020)
Sarah’s teaching philosophy centers on using art to foster immersive learning experiences. Though no formal advisees are listed, her contributions to Tibetan art studies and museum research underscore her commitment to advancing understanding of South Asian religious practices through material culture.
