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Theresa Pollak in Her Painting Class Studio at RPI
Photograph of Pollak in her painting class studio on the third floor of the gymnasium building at RPI (later VCU)
Life Class Taught by Theresa Pollak at RPI
Having trained at the progressive Art Student's League of New York, Pollak was a strong believer in the educational value of the nude figure. However, Dean Hibbs knew that the then-conservative Richmond majority would condemn the college's use of…
Children's Class Taught by Theresa Pollak at RPI
Based on the unexpectedly high enrollment and success of Pollak's daytime painting class in September, 1928, Dr. Hibbs allowed Pollak to add both an evening class and children's class to her schedule. The children's class was held on Saturday…
Theresa Pollak with a Group of Art Students
A photograph of Pollak discussing her painting, Afton Mountains, with a group of art students at RPI.
Theresa Pollak Receiving the Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts
A photograph of Pollak receiving the Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts from her alma mater, the University of Richmond.
Theresa Pollak and Maurice Bonds at VCU
Maurice Bonds (right) was one of Pollak's (left) earliest students. He was also one of her earliest colleagues, joining RPI's faculty in 1946 as an instructor of fine arts and art history. Bonds also served as the Chair for both departments during…
Theresa Pollak and Adele Clark
In this photograph, Adele Clark (left) and Theresa Pollak (right) celebrate Clark's 100th birthday at Westminster-Canterbury in Richmond, VA.
Clark, together with Nora Houston, founded the Richmond Art Club, where Pollak received her first…
Clark, together with Nora Houston, founded the Richmond Art Club, where Pollak received her first…
Dr. Warren W. Brandt (President) Honors Theresa Pollak at the Dedication of the Theresa Pollak Building
In this photograph, Dr. Warren W. Brandt (President of VCU) honors Pollak at the dedication ceremony of VCU's new School of the Arts building. Completed in 1971, this facility was officially named the Theresa Pollak Building in order to recognize…
Theresa Pollak with a Painting
Here, Pollak stands in front of her painting, Painter's Porch, at the opening night of the Virginia Museum of Fine Art's Virginia Artists Biennial Exhibition of 1971.
Theresa Pollak in Italy
Pollak embarked on her first and only trip to Europe in 1962. Here, she is photographed with a tour group in Italy (2nd row, 6th person from the left).
Theresa Pollak with a Painting
Pollak with her painting, Little Miss Goldsby, at her studio on West Franklin Street, Richmond.
Theresa Pollak at the Tiffany Foundation
Pollak (front, left) is pictured here with her classmates at the Tiffany Foundation in Oyster Bay, Long Island
Theresa Pollak on the Rooftop of the Studio Club of New York
Photograph of Pollak at the Studio Club of New York, where she participated in her first group exhibition in 1926.
Theresa Pollak at Westhampton College
Photograph of Pollak as a student at Westhampton College, University of Richmond
Theresa Pollak's High School Graduation Portrait
A photograph of Pollak upon graduating from John Marshall High School
Theresa Pollak's Miscellaneous Writings: "Life is a wonderful thing..."
An undated and untitled text handwritten by Pollak about her perspective on life and acceptance.
Theresa Pollak's Essay in the Richmond newspaper, News Leader
Pollak's essay, "Art Teacher Defends Virginia Museum's Abstract Art Exhibition," was featured in the Richmond newspaper, News Leader, on 2 April 1958.
Theresa Pollak's Nomination of VCU School of the Arts for the Governor's Awards for the Arts
A draft of Pollak's nomination of VCU School of the Arts for the First Governor's Award for the Arts in 1973. These awards were intended for individuals and organizations in Virginia that had made significant contributions to the arts.
Theresa Pollak's Nomination of Maurice Bonds for the Governor's Awards for the Arts
A draft of Pollak's nomination of Maurice Bonds for the First Governor's Award for the Arts in 1973. These awards were intended for individuals and organizations in Virginia that had made significant contributions to the arts.
Theresa Pollak's Nomination of Adele Clark for the Governor's Awards for the Arts
A draft of Pollak's nomination of Adele Clark for the First Governor's Award for the Arts in 1979. These awards were intended for individuals and organizations in Virginia that had made significant contributions to the arts.
