Photographer Robert Barab, 68, passed away this weekend

Artist Robert C. Barab Jr., 68, died Feb. 27, 2011, at home.

He was the beloved husband of Trilla Ramage of Hampton, VA, father of Sasha Barab of Bloomington, IN, and son of the late Lucille and Robert C. Barab Sr. Robert was born in Wilmington, DE, Dec. 3, 1942.

An artist, he was an award-winning fine art photographer who traveled the world to find beauty and share it through his images: http://www.robertbarab.com/ (www.robertbarab.com). Prior to his career in photography he was also an award-winning jewelry designer and maker. A graduate of Goddard College with a BA in creative writing, at the time of his death, he was completing a novel.

He is survived by his wife and son, as well as two brothers,Peter Barab of Portland, OR, and Drew Barab of Denver, CO. He also is survived by his daughter-in-law Anna Arici Barab and grandsons, Julian Barab, Andrew Barab and Trey Barab, all of Bloomington.

Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Porte Fellowship Hall, St. James United Methodist Church, 1533 W. Queen St., Hampton, VA 23669. Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The Robert Barab Memorial Fund in c/o St. James United Methodist Church, 1533 W. Queen St., Hampton, VA 23669.

Robert was part of the art fair world for many years. His large scenic photographs were part of many of the nation's top art festivals. He was a gentle man with an inquiring mind and always a great neighbor at an art fair. Robert will be missed by many in our business.

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MICHAEL ALAN STIPEK March 2, 2011 at 11:00am

Bob and I always had a laugh at the copycat photographers - which always made that kind of quiet guy pretty noisy! His work was always beautiful; he sought constructive critiques/suggestions/feedback from artists he respected. I liked being near him in an art show because he classed up the "neighborhood." My heart and prayers go out to his wife and family.
Larry Berman March 1, 2011 at 9:20pm

Here's a picture of Robert Barab:

Larry Berman
http://BermanGraphics.com
412-401-8100
Larry Berman March 1, 2011 at 9:12pm

Robert and I were friends for years even before he became a photographer. I guided him through the first few years of his photography career and built his web site for him. He always hated when a single slice of one of his images was captured out of context from his web site. The home page picture is called Bali Boats and here's the entire picture.

Larry Berman
http://BermanGraphics.com
412-401-8100
patti stern March 1, 2011 at 7:18pm

we were next to him at the Pensacola show a few years ago- I liked that he would not give in to putting his images on canvas- he said "never"- this is what photography really is- and his was beautiful,inspiring,and special just like him. R.I.P.
Bonnie Blandford March 1, 2011 at 6:21pm

I really enjoyed his curmudgeoness! We had some wonderful "discussions" over various art fair issues which ended in smiles. He'll be missed...
Michele LeVett March 1, 2011 at 5:46pm

I was next to him at some shows and loved his work........he was taken too soon
Christine Green March 1, 2011 at 5:13pm

Nels, we were often next to him or near him at shows as well. If you ever saw his work you wouldn't forget it. So inspiring, beautiful and full of that special grace of intuitive understanding of that moment called life and how to capture it so others could appreciate it as well. Such a lovely man who will be sorely missed surely finding company with other recently departed artistic souls.
Nels Johnson March 1, 2011 at 4:15pm

I was next to him at many shows. He was a true prince. His images were always sincere, and compelling. He shot from the heart. Aloha, Robert.