About the Artist

Philla Barkhorn grew up with a love of art. Her grandfather, Peter Helck (www.peterhelck.com) was a renowned illustrator. Though she sketched throughout the years, it wasn’t until 2006 when her third child entered school that Philla was able to begin serious study of portraiture. Philla is very grateful to have studied with many of the tri state’s most talented artists including Daniel Greene, David Pena and Rhoda Yanow. Philla began teaching drawing at the Chatham Senior Center in 2009.

She holds a bachelors degree in Psychology from Douglass College and a Masters degree in Social Work from Hunter College.

Memberships
New Jersey Ambassador Portrait Society of America
Program Director Art League of the Chathams