Irma L. Ostroff

Irma L. Ostroff is an Adjunct Professor at the Spitzer School of Architecture, City College of New York (CCNY), a position she has held since 1997. She holds a B.F.A. from Tyler School of Art (1966) and an M.F.A. from CCNY (1996). Her teaching spans painting and art history, with prior roles at the New Jersey Center for Visual Arts (1996–2008) and Marist College (1982–1991). Her research focuses on the physical and chemical properties of oil and acrylic painting materials and their application in technique.

Professionally, Ostroff is an active artist with frequent solo and group exhibitions, alongside curated projects. She leads community art initiatives and lectures on painting. She is affiliated with the College Art Association, American Association of University Professors, and American Association of University Women.

Her work bridges academic and practical artistry, emphasizing material science and pedagogy. Though no specific grants or labs are detailed, her contributions to art education and community engagement underscore her interdisciplinary impact.