Resume
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Professional Degree in Architecture, Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, New York 1981
Seminar in France, “Haussmann’s City of Paris”, Columbia University, New York 1980
Seminar in Finland, “The Works of Alvar Aalto”, Pratt Institute, New York 1979
Various Architectural, Engineering and Construction Projects – New York City & Vicinity, 1978-1987
WRITINGS
- Memoir, “Journey of the Self”
- Collection of poems (each combined with corresponding painting)
- Screenplay, “Circle of Strangers”
- In the works: “Endings”, a historical fiction
LECTURES
- 2013 – lecture for arts related symposium sponsored by regional economic development arts organizations and museums
TEACHINGS
- 2014-15 class in painting at the Helen Keller National Center
- 2000 – Community Reform Temple – mural created with kids from kindergarten through seventh grade
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
- Museum Mile Contemporary, Founder & Curated by Pamela Goldman, 2022
- Amsterdam at Harborside, Port Washington, New York 2013
- Port Washington Public Library, New York 2009
- Karpeles Museum, Newburgh, New York 2004
- Jadite Galleries, New York City, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
- Grey Cube Gallery-Colors Art Show, Finalist-2024
- Grey Cube Gallery-Animals Art Show, Honorable Mention-2024
- Guild Hall-79th Membership Exhibition, Honorable Mention-2017
- Butler Institute of American Art, Ohio, National Midyear Exhibition-2016
- Helen Keller National Center, Reflections-2015
- N.A.W.A. “Vernissage Des Femmes” West Palm Beach, Florida 2011
- Elmhurst Artist Guild, Elmhurst, Illinois 2011
- University of Texas at Tyler, Texas 2011
- Gallery West, Alexandria, VA 2010
- Gallery Gora, Montreal, Canada, Group Show, 2010
- Ofingidor 2008-Ruth Poniarski-Birth of Venus
- 60th Annual Artists of Northeast, Semi-finalist, Silvermine Guild Arts Center, New Canaan, CT-2009
- Penn State University, Robeson Gallery, Pennsylvania, Educational Outreach Program, 2009
- “First Response” Exhibition – Pen and Brush, Inc., New York City, 2009
- Port Washington Public Library, NY, Solo Show, 2009
- Alexandria Museum of Art, Louisiana State University, Alexandria, 2008
- Artoteque – Online, Canary Wharf, London, Juried Exhibit, Award of Excellence, 2007
- Butler Institute of American Art, Ohio – National Midyear Exhibition, Alexander Brook Award, 2007
- Traveling Exhibition, “Insights into Suburbia” Opalka Gallery, Sage College, Albany, Purdue University, Indiana, Rutgers University, New Jersey, 2007
- Holter Museum, ANA 35, Honorable Mention, Helena, MT, 2007
- Belskie Museum, Closter, NJ, 2007
- Amsterdam-Whitney Gallery, Chelsea, New York City, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010
- “Masquerade”, Smithtown Township Arts Council, Smithtown, NY, 2004
- First International Biennial, Trevi Flash Art Museum, Trevi, Italy, 1998
- The Holter Museum, Helena, MT, 1997
- Smithtown Township Arts Council, St. James, NY, 1996
- 20th Annual Juried Exhibition, Winner, Smithtown Arts Council, St. James, NY,1995
- 46th Annual Art of the Northeast USA, Silvermine Guild Art Center, New Canaan, CT, 1995
- Fine Arts Museum of Long Island, Hempstead, NY 1995
- Parrish Museum, Southampton, NY 1994
PUBLICATIONS
- ArtWorld Daily, Building Dreams: The Surreal Worlds of Ruth Poniarski – 3/21/25
- Art Muse Express, Ruth Poniarski: Surreal Stories on Canvas – 12/24/24
- The Art Insight, Ruth Poniarski: Stories in Surreal Strokes – 12/24/24
- Art Today, Ruth Poniarski: Surreal Narratives of 2024 – 12/24/24
- Global Art Times; Cover Artist Ruth Poniarkski – 12/24
- Art Today, Ruth Poniarski: Exploring the Boundaries of Surrealism and Reflection – 10/2/24
- The Art Insight, Ruth Poniarski: A Fusion of Surrealism and Reflection in Art and Poetry – 10/2/24
- Art Muse Express, The Surreal Reflections of Ruth Poniarski: A Journey Through Art and Poetry – 10/2/24
- Artworld Daily, From Architecture to Surrealism: The Artistic Journey of Ruth Poniarski – 7/21/24
- The Art Insight, Ruth Poniarski: Architect of Surreal Narratives – 6/5/24
- Art Muse Express, Unveiling the Surreal Tapestry of Ruth Poniarski: Where Art and Poetry Collide – 4/28/24
- Journey of the Self: A Riveting Memoir on Mental Health by Ruth Poniarski – 3/20/24
- Studio Visit Magazine-volume 51, Winter 2023
- Exploring a World of Interpretations: The Artistic Journey of Ruth Poniarski – 8/5/23
- Studio Visit Magazine-volume 49, Winter 2022
- Miniskirt Magazine, Issue 16 – 11/22
- Port Washington News – 7/14/21
- Kirkus Reviews Magazine, 100 Best Indie Books of 2020, December 15th issue
- Westbury Times, 2013
- Long Island Networking Magazine, 2013
- Alexandria Museum Exhibition Catalog, 2008
- Foliate Oak Literary Online Magazine, March 2008 issue, University of Arkansas
- Butler Institute of American Art Catalog, 2007
- “Insights into Suburbia” Catalog, 2007
- New Art International, 2006 Edition, 2007 Edition
- Poughkeepsie Journal, 2004
- Gallery and Studio Magazine, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
YouTube
Musical score interpretation of painting “Rip Van Winkle’s Wife #2” by pianist composer Margin Alexander
MEDIA
- Life Changing Challengers; The Intersection of Architecture, Art, and Mental Health with Ruth Poniarkski – 7/31/24
- The Derelict Podcast; Mental Illness & Living A Double Life: Never Give Up! – 6/27/24
- Using Art to Work through Trauma with Ruth Poniarski, Author & Artist – 5/1/24
- Artist Writes Her Memoir! The Mike Litton Experience – 3/26/24
- Mental Breakdown to Breakthrough: An Artist’s Journey Through Therapy With Guest Ruth – 3/25/24
- Ruth Poniarski, Jiggy Jaguar, The Super Sonic Website of Record – 3/12/24
- Ruth Poniarski: A Journey from Architecture to Surrealism – 2/24/24
- Exploring the Multifaceted Creativity of Ruth Poniarski: A Fusion of Art and Literature in the Heart of New York – 2/21/24
- A PCP-Laced Brownie Changed Her Whole Life with Ruth Poniarski – 2/18/24
- From Hiding to Advocating for Your Own Mental Health – An Artist’s Journey with Ruth Poniarski and Leigh Richardson – 1/4/24
- Your Backup Plan – Painting My Way Out: A Story of Healing, Hope, and Artistic Transformation – 11/29/23
- Bruce Hurwitz Presents Meet the Experts with Ruth Poniarski on Healing from Mental Illness – 11/13/23
- Introverted Entrepreneur – Finding a New Normal – 11/13/23
- Passionate World Talk Radio – Defying the Odds: Her Path to Victory – 11/2/23
- Breaking The Silence – Creatures of Habit – 10/27/23
- The Zarlequan Indie-Verse – Architect to artist a journey through mental illness – 10/25/23
- Lifejacked: The Resilience Podcast, Unexpected Consequences from a College Party- Ruth Poniarksi – 10/16/23
- How I Overcame Years Of Debilitating Nervous Breakdowns After Innocently Ingesting Angel Dust – 9/9/23
- High on Healthy – Ruth Poniarski and Her Journey of the Self-Memoir of an Artist – 8/17/23
- UnScripted – Journey of the Self-Memoir of an Artist – 8/10/23
- Belief Net, Faith, Media & Culture – 6/21/23
- It’s Just Life, Beth Ann’s Book Reviews – 6/2/23
- Women Writers Women Books – 6/1/23
- Blog Talk Radio, Bringing Inspiration to Earth – 5/31/23
- The Inscriber Magazine – Interviews: Q & A With “Journey Of The Self, Memoir Of An Artist” Author & Artist, Ruth Poniarski – 10/26/22
- Up Journey – Why Do I Need Constant Reassurance in a Relationship? (50+ Reasons From Experts) – 9/9/22
- Anna Svetlik De La Rosa – Meet Ruth Poniarski – Author + Artist – 6/22/22
- David Susman-The Best Therapy is Outside of Therapy – 8/21
- Global Travel Media – 7/21
- The Journey Within-youtube – 6/21
- California Broker Magazine – 6/21
- Media-Potpourri of Promos – 6/21
- Train it Right – 5/21
- Page 158 Books-Mental Health Round Table with Warren Publishing – 4/21
- Finding The Good Life With Dr. Gene – 11/9/20
- Online PR Media – 10/7/20
- Donovan’s Bookshelf Midwest Book Review – 8/20
- The Tom Sumner Program – 8/5/20
- Mirror UK – 8/2/20
- Broadway World – 7/9/20
- My Silly Little Gang – 7/9/20
- Evolving Magazine – 6/20
- Facts and Arts – 6/29/20
- San Diego Jewish World – 6/28/20
- Solstice News – 6/15/20
- Motherhood Moment – 6/13/20
- California Life HD – 6/11/20
- Cassandra M’s Place – 6/6/20
- ivoox.com – 5/20
- Train It Right – 5/26/20
- Daily Mail UK – 5/24/20
- The World News UK – 5/24/20
- News Of The World Art – 5/24/20
- Best Celebrity News – 5/24/20
- Super Beauty Tips – 5/24/20
- Life On Planet Earth With John Aidan Byrne – 5/22/20
- Listen Notes – 5/22/20
PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
- Helen Keller National Center-Painting as Teaching Tool
- Manhattan, New Jersey, Long Island, Maryland and Switzerland
- Collection of Port Washington Library, NY