Richard Renaldi: Touching Strangers

Exploring the dynamics of human connection, Richard Renaldi's photography series captures strangers posing intimately for portraits. Using a large format camera, he approaches people across various U.S. locations, encouraging them to interact in ways typically reserved for close relationships. This process fosters brief yet meaningful encounters, challenging comfort zones and highlighting the potential for positive connections in a diverse society. The resulting images are both moving and thought-provoking, prompting reflections on intimacy and human interaction.