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Tom Baril
Key Bridge, 2004
photogravure, 14” x 11”
For artist Tom Baril, it is all about the photographic print.
Using the best modern papers and unique toning techniques, he
strives to achieve the depth and luster of a fine vintage print.
In an age when the medium is becoming more and more high-tech,
by borrowing from the past and using modern materials to achieve
a look that is both contemporary and faithful to the past, he
aspires to create something that is uniquely his own.
For this new project, The Ralls Collection has commissioned Mr.
Baril to create a portfolio of ten images illustrating the rich
history of the Washington area. From the noble image of the
Lincoln Memorial to the ghostly silhouettes of the graves of
Arlington National Cemetery, Baril’s portfolio provides an epic
view of the architectural and natural landscapes of the
Washington area. His decision to work with the photogravure
medium makes these works incredibly poignant. A photographic
printmaking process originating in the early 1850s, photogravure
is celebrated for its ability to create a rich range of tones
and illuminate the subtle nuances of the subject. It has since
been used as a means of reproducing photographs and creating
original limited edition prints.
Mr. Baril’s work is featured at The Ralls Collection March 17 –
May 28. The Ralls Collection, Inc. 1516 31st Street, N.W.,
Washington, D.C. 20007
Tel: 202/342-1754, Fax: 202/342-0141
E-mail: Maralls@aol.com, Open Wed-Sat 11am – 4 pm
Marsha Ralls, Director
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