Randal Ford Photography
American
Photographer Randal Ford has elevated his art to soaring heights by applying a minimalist approach to enhance the sophistication of an image. By focusing on the details of his animal subjects, the American artist produces striking images that highlight their characteristic features.
Ford is most famous for his photographs of animals in the studio. They are situated under lights and set against a backdrop so Ford can produce a stunning contrast that could not be captured with a candid shot. He also plays with concepts of color contrasts, such as placing a black rooster against a solid black background or a black and white bull set against a soft gray. He selects each background so that the animal is the sole focal point of an image, allowing for no distractions.
Though he favors animals as subjects, Ford’s photography also involves portraits of people. He has an almost mystical talent for portraying the humanity of his subjects, highlighting the qualities of a person that extend beyond the readily viewable content of a photograph.
He supports a number of organizations dedicated to the well-being and conservation of animals, both wild and domestic. He contributes his time and talent to organizations such as Project Survival’s Cat Haven, which concentrates on preserving wild cats through education and relocation efforts. The proceeds from his book Good Dog benefit Emancipet, an organization committed to making veterinary care accessible and affordable to everyone with a pet.
Ford continues to work out of his studio in Austin, Texas, where he focuses on his photography and conservation advocacy.
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Artist: Randal Ford
Randal Ford - Grey Arabian Horse No. 1, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"This freckled mare came onto set so pristinely it was almost as if she were a figurine. Horses come in all shapes and sizes, with an infinite number of colors and patterns in betwee...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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C Print, Archival Paper
Randal Ford - Berkshire Pig, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Ol’ Jethro, what a character. Having been a show pig his whole life, Jethro is kind of a big deal in several parts of the world, but he sure was stubborn. We tried over and over to ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Baby Raccoon, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Like all young animals, Lewis was a speed demon. And a mischievous little guy. He was getting into everything in the studio, completely unphased by the camera, lights, or my crew....
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Border Collie, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Watson got his name from the Sherlock Holmes TV series, which could not be more perfect for this sticky-fingered dog bandit. Watson was a thief—a very playful, sneaky, silly thief. ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Border Collie, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Watson got his name from the Sherlock Holmes TV series, which could not be more perfect for this sticky-fingered dog bandit. Watson was a thief—a very playful, sneaky, silly thief. ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Border Collie, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"If it looks like he’s about to jump the gun, that’s because he was. Gunner was eager and in constant anticipation of some new mystery element throughout our session—it’s the border ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - American White Cross Pig, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Rupert was a big boy. I photographed his impressive hams at the Texas State Fair, where he eventually won Best in Show. This is one fancy show pig, and boy did he have quite the sta...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Highland Cow Yearling, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Capturing the eyes of an animal is always powerful but especially so with Highland cows. It is almost as if you’ve uncovered a secret or discovered a hidden gem. And a gem she was. ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Highland Bull, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"The moment Hot Shot arrived on set, I was reminded of the way time stops when a bull enters the room. He was a fierce beauty to behold and a rare glimpse at the chilling juxtapositi...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Brown Pigeon, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"I wanted to create a pigeon portrait of Milo that was very similar to his pigeon friend, Shiloh. I worked with Milo on the same small farm that I shot Shiloh on, and they both prove...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Barn Cat, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Lil Bit is not your average cat. His owners were told he would need to be put down after he contracted a lethal feline coronavirus. Life had other plans for Lil Bit though. After th...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Black Maine Coon on Black, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Black cats get a bad rap. Visenya was as sweet as can be and only brought good luck to set. Maine Coon cats are one of the largest domesticated cat breeds and make great pasture mas...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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C Print, Archival Paper
Randal Ford - Gloucestershire Old Spots Pig, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Even though this pig can’t fly, she sure looks like something from the sky. Milky Way was just that—a gorgeous, galactic spread of dark and light spheres across her skin. As she con...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Pink Piglet, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Sweet Ruby Rose was the epitome of a pink pig. Photographing pigs always feels so similar to photographing dogs—their adorable antics and affectionate spirits always light up the ro...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Meishan Pig, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Shawn the Meishan was a sight for sore eyes—though I’m not sure he could say the same for us. In fact, I’m not sure if he could see us at all. Meishan pigs are known for their squis...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Mini Rex Rabbit No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"I was not surprised to learn that Lauren came from a winning line of beautiful bunnies. Her black velvet fur lined with hints of gold reminded me of an eerie eclipse when the dark m...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Mini Rex Rabbit No. 1, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Dutton was always up to something. Originally raised to be a show bunny, he instead retired early due to his naughty ways on the show table. Mischievous to his core, Dutton is also ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Swiss Valais Blacknose Lamb No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Klover may not have four green leaves, but she’s equally as lucky and rare. A twin to her brother, Kipply, Klover is known for her serene demeanor, a characteristic that’s uncommon ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Swiss Valais Blacknose Lamb No. 1, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Kipply is as special as his breed. Originating in Switzerland, Valais Blacknose sheep remain extremely rare and important to the Swiss people. Finding not one but two (twins even!) ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Angora Doeling No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"As with so many baby animals, Clover clings to her mother like a shadow every chance she gets. In fact, what you wouldn’t know about this photo is that her mom was originally in it ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Baby Goat No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Baby goats are always a blast to photograph. Bubbles was full of life and floated around like a happy-go-lucky butterfly. He was so social, in fact, that within a few minutes of bei...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Scottish Blackface Sheep, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Dorothy had a calm and kind expression the entire time she was on set. She relaxed quickly and settled into her surroundings with a faint smile and a playful side-eye. I loved how p...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - F1 Valais Blacknose Lamb, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Kotton is as soft as a swab and reminded me of a panda’s face and charm. Born a true mama’s boy, this gentle lamb clung to his mother’s side months after being born but has slowly c...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - F1 Valais Blacknose Sheep, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"When Juno’s owners said he should have been named Jitterbug, I couldn’t have agreed more. Juno was always on the move. Whether kicking his back legs, frolicking off set, or wiggling...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Angora Doe and Doeling, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Annie came to her owners with a big surprise. Originally a rescue purchased at auction, this angelic angora arrived at her forever home with baby Clover secretly growing in her bell...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Texas Longhorn Calf, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Don’t worry; this sweet-faced calf is not coming to collect. Born on April 15th, The Tax Man is anything but taxing. Cows are some of the kindest animals there are, and I always lov...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Longhorn Newborn Calf, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Bug was brand new to the world and only a week old when his portrait was taken. With his mama close to his side, this bug-eyed baby dazzled my lens with innocence. It’s rare to phot...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
C Print, Archival Paper
Randal Ford - Longhorn Newborn Calf, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Bug was brand new to the world and only a week old when his portrait was taken. With his mama close to his side, this bug-eyed baby dazzled my lens with innocence. It’s rare to phot...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Texas Longhorn Calf, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Wingman comes from a very special cow. His mother is a TLBAA Grand Champion female title holder, which means that this calf will be the star of his own show in no time. Until then, ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Charolais Heifer, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Snowflake is a kid at heart. Having been raised around children on the farm, she quickly took on their enthusiastic energy and zest for adventure. Snowflake loves to run through tal...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Bucking Rodeo Bull No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Nothing sends a cold panic through your blood quite like staring a bull in the face. Titan was by far one of the most intimidating animals I’ve ever stood in front of. He was caked ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Multicolor Spotted Longhorn No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Bando is a real looker. This showstopping marbled beauty was a natural on camera. His stunning dappling of light and dark with bits of red sprinkled in came together like a true wor...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Multicolor Spotted Longhorn No. 1 on Black, 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Bando is a real looker. This showstopping marbled beauty was a natural on camera. His stunning dappling of light and dark with bits of red sprinkled in came together like a true wor...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Multicolor Spotted Longhorn No. 1, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Bando is a real looker. This showstopping marbled beauty was a natural on camera. His stunning dappling of light and dark with bits of red sprinkled in came together like a true wor...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Holstein Cow No. 5 From Behind, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Holstein cows will forever hold a special place in my heart as the first animal I ever photographed in the studio. Daisy was a beautiful dairy cow with the most pristine white coat....
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Holstein Cow No. 4, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Holstein cows will forever hold a special place in my heart as the first animal I ever photographed in the studio. Daisy was a beautiful dairy cow with the most pristine white coat....
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Holstein Cow No. 3, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Dairy cows are the quintessential animals of the American farm. Because we are so familiar with this particular breed and see them frequently grazing along roadside pastures, painte...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Holstein Cow No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Dairy cows are the quintessential animals of the American farm. Because we are so familiar with this particular breed and see them frequently grazing along roadside pastures, painte...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Holstein Cow No. 1, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"This playful portrait of Shirley was one in a series of several dairy cows that started my work in animal portraiture. Renowned designer DJ Stout of Pentagram commissioned me to pho...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Zebu Cow No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"From her soft, silvery coat to her upright ocher horns, Notta Chance was impressive from head to toe. She brought so many textures to my lens, which is always a fun challenge. It ta...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Zebu Cow No. 1, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"From her soft, silvery coat to her upright ocher horns, Notta Chance was impressive from head to toe. She brought so many textures to my lens, which is always a fun challenge. It ta...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
C Print, Archival Paper
Randal Ford - Huacaya Alpaca Cria, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Francis is a fighter. Born five weeks early and severely underweight, this little one came close to not making it. After 48 hours of close calls and her caring owner nursing her the...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
C Print, Archival Paper
Randal Ford - Llama No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Although he can’t fly, Hawk might very well think he’s a bird. An accomplished fence-jumper, he’s known for hopping heights as tall as five feet. I was surprised to discover how muc...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Huacaya Alpaca No. 4, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Alpacas are often misunderstood and can be mistaken as dopey or doltish. Lily is a shining example of just how intelligent these adorable animals are. Known for her sharp intuition,...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Huacaya Alpaca No. 3, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Pacheco was an unexpected treat—mostly because the caramel floof around his face had him looking like he was perpetually popping out from behind a bush. You got us, Pacheco! But we ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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C Print, Archival Paper
Randal Ford - Huacaya Alpaca No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Venus definitely had us in his orbit. From the planetary stripe of red across his space-black body to his buck teeth and loving personality, he was the perfect beholder of this doub...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Huacaya Alpaca No. 1, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"A distinguished name for a very distinguished alpaca. Christoph commanded the stage with his head held high, slowly investigating every nook and cranny with a look of veiled disinte...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Suri Alpaca, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Goldfinch reminded me of a sun-soaked surfer teen with long, beachy hair and a bit of an attitude. Throughout the shoot, his jaw gyrated in circles as if he were chewing a chunk of ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Gray Mallard Female, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Bessie was a sweetheart from the very start. Her kind and docile nature was calming in a way that surprised me. By the end of our session, I found myself reaching toward her in hope...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Lavender Guinea Hen, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Jasper in flight is one of my favorite photos I’ve ever taken. You can practically see the green lake below him—mist still on the ground, with dogs poised and ready at your side. Th...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Sebastopol Goose, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
Name: Silly
"No surprise here, but this girl was one silly goose. She honked her way through our entire session and had everyone in tears laughing. Geese are often known for their p...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Reeve’s Pheasant, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Lindor was a walking box of chocolates—caramel-filled, toffee-topped, coconut-cluster chocolates. His beautiful plumage was a gorgeous display of warm tones, bold lines, and rounded...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Golden Pheasant Aerial, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Nature certainly has a way of stopping us in our tracks. Not only are Prism’s colors impossible to comprehend, but the incredible shapes and patterns painted across his plumage are ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Red Golden Pheasant, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Clifford’s winding feather patterns reminded me of a geometric maze. I imagined myself walking through it for days, twisting and turning down various paths, until finally reaching t...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - American Barn Owl, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Barn owls continue to be one of the most fascinating creatures I’ve encountered, and Winston was no exception. This majestic breed is an ethereal blend of seen and unseen elements: ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Mandarin Duck Profile, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Iridian is a living masterpiece. His extraordinary colors—unique among all ducks—symbolize a centuries-old tale of love and fidelity. Originating in East Asia, mandarin ducks are re...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Snowflake Bobwhite Quail No. 2, Photography 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Tux came dressed to the nines in his formal black-and-white suit. He was clearly on the prowl and in pursuit of another female quail on set. We all got quite the show and were very ...
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2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
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Archival Paper, C Print
Randal Ford - Snowflake Bobwhite Quail in Flight, 2024, Printed After
By Randal Ford
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Tux came dressed to the nines in his formal black-and-white suit. He was clearly on the prowl and in pursuit of another female quail on set. We all got quite the show and were very ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Randal Ford Photography
Materials
Archival Paper, C Print
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