Biografie von Ida SOMKIN (XX)
Addresses: NYC
Profession: Painter
Studied: Newark School Industrial Art, 1923-26; abstract painting with Morris Kantor at ASL
Exhibited: Newark Art Mus.; Nat. Art Gal., Wash., DC; Allan Stone Gal., 1977; NYC WPA Art" at Parsons School Design, 1977."
Comments: After her studies, Somkin worked in advertising, scenic art, murals and portraits. She also worked on the WPA Mural Project, 1935-37, as well as the Easel Project.
Sources: New York City WPA Art, 82 (w/repros.)