Introducing Randall Ball

Many more moons ago than either of us care to admit, Randall & I started our first class together at the Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, CA. I was a greener than green photo-newbie, but Randall came to Brooks as a seasoned combat photographer with the US Marine Corps. We bonded over our struggles with Brooks’ fiendishly difficult assignments and long hours in the darkroom….and maybe a beer or two (or three).

After Brooks, Randall returned to his home state of Texas where he built a successful commercial photography career producing images for companies like American Express & United Airlines and publications including Harper’s Bazaar & Texas Monthly.

Randall’s first trip to Africa reignited his passion for image making, which had begun to fade after too many years in the studio. He also discovered a love and talent for teaching. Randall is currently based near Houston, TX and where he is an Adjunct Photography Instructor.

As happens nowadays, Randall & I reconnected through social media a few years back, just as my travel calendar was reaching maximum overload.  I’m very grateful that Randall began leading workshops for Art of Seeing Photography Adventures in 2021. This year, Randall will lead 3 Art of Seeing workshops including our latest offering, Kenya: Fangs & Tusks. Click the buttons below to learn more about Randall and see examples of stunning work.