Victoria Polyak: About the Artist
Born and raised in Kiev, Ukraine, Victoria Polyak earned Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from Kiev Civil Engineering Institute and Master of Art Degree in Visual Arts from California State University, Northridge. A life-long learner, Victoria continually studies art, striving to improve her skills and technique. Polyak's urban landscapes, seascapes, portraits, and figure studies have earned a number of regional and national awards and her works have been acquired by many private and corporate collections. In addition to devoting her time to drawing and painting, Ms. Polyak is very enthusiastic about teaching art to others. She has taught art courses at California State University Northridge College of Extended Learning, Los Angeles Valley College Extension, and a number of Los Angeles and San Diego public and private schools and community organizations. Victoria Polyak recently completed teaching credential program at San Diego State University School of Education and is very excited to share her passion for art with young students. The artist currently lives and works in beautiful La Jolla, California. |
Selfportrait in a Leather Hat
oil on board, 10"x 8", private collection