Gail Skoff

  • Temple ceiling, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28" Temple ceiling, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28"
  • Wall painting, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28" Wall painting, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28"
  • Pompeii floor (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28" Pompeii floor (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28"
  • Roman note 1 (2005) archival pigment print, 28" x 40" Roman note 1 (2005) archival pigment print, 28" x 40"
  • Roman note 2 (2005) archival pigment print, 28" x 40" Roman note 2 (2005) archival pigment print, 28" x 40"
  • Roman note 3 (2005) archival pigment print, 28" x 40" Roman note 3 (2005) archival pigment print, 28" x 40"
  • Columns, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28" Columns, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28"
  • Orange wall, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28" Orange wall, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28"
  • Window, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28" Window, Pompeii (2004) archival pigment print, 28" x 28"

Artist Statement

These images of ancient walls, floors, and ceilings were photographed at Pompeii and in churches in Rome.  They are printed large, so that the viewer can examine details which they may not ordinarily notice. The printing process allows me to change and emphasize certain areas in the print in order to bring out specific elements such as architectural details, color and markings. Separating a subject from its natural environment can transform it and alter the way we view it.