"His mastery of oil painting can be seen in almost any genre - landscapes, street scenes, still lifes, and portraits.  He captures light and color in a manner that is both naturalistic and ethereal.  Eschewing post-modern theories of conceptual art, he focuses on the formalistic concerns of light, shadow, form, color and texture.  Never overworked or fussy, his paintings capture an atmosheric mood which elevates them from mere reporting of physical presence."

-Shelley Aikens, Program Director, The Art Centre

Ralph Basford resides and works in Martinsburg, WV.

He attended the University of Maryland and Shepherd University, recieving a four year degree.

Mr. Basford's work is in numerous corporate and private collections.

An instructor of painting at The Art Centre, in Martinsburg, WV; Mr. Basford conducts weekly plein air painting sessions and studio classes. For more information about class schedule and times, go to www.theartcentre.org