Farm Life: A Collection of Animal Portraits

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From Highland cows to Polish chickens to Arabian horses, Ford’s compelling animal photography invites readers of all ages on a delightful adventure through the barnyard.

Following the acclaimed The Animal Kingdom and Good Dog, Farm Life takes us beyond the barn and into the very heart of America’s vibrant farm animals. This whimsical collection celebrates the spirited charm of these pastoral creatures and invites the viewer on a heartfelt journey of expression, play, and contemplation.

There are so many animals—some domestic and some exotic—featured: cows and calves, horses, chickens and chicks, ducks and ducklings, pigs and piglets, sheep and lambs, goats, barn cats, cattle dogs, rabbits, llamas, yaks, and barn owls. Ford’s unmatched ability to capture each animal’s expression not only entertains but also creates a connection between the subject and the reader.

Masterful, refreshing, and full of joy, this heartfelt collection of farm animal portraits gives us a beautiful look at the special breeds at the center of farm life, inviting us to witness the wild still within them.

Randal Ford is recognized across the globe for his masterful photography and studio animal portraiture. His award-winning works have been featured in a wide range of publications, including USA Today, People, the Wall Street Journal, Time, and Wired. Few people have photographed more animals in the studio. Ford’s first book, The Animal Kingdom, was named Amazon’s Best Photography Book in 2018. Brian Patrick Flynn is an American interior designer known for his work with Joanna Gaines as the host of Mind for Design, as well as the production and set designer for HGTV Dream Home and HGTV Urban Oasis.