Parents of Teens/Teens: Please join me for a presentation in Petaluma on developing an Art Portfolio! Is your teen thinking about applying to art school or a college with an art program? Ever wondered what you should include or what pitfalls to avoid? In this workshop, portfolio coach and educator Barbara Pollak shows some case studies and general tips for making your work stand out and, more importantly, tell your story. This dynamic course is designed for high school studen

NEW! Opportunity for SAN FRANCISCAN teen artists Summer 2026 Art Intensive course for age 13-18

Colorspace Arts in El Cerrito, CA has hired me to teach 2 classes for youth in their vibrant space this summer. Here are the classes I'll be offering. Young Artists Studio: June 22-June 26 This camp is designed for kids, 'tweens and young teens age 8-14 who love to make art. Join us for 5 days of art exploration and experimentation using traditional medium: pastels, paint, graphite, block printing and more... In the mornings we’ll practice observations and drawing from life