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Color photograph of several decaying flowers in a small glass cup on a metal stand framed in black

Richard Learoyd: Flowers

A cut flower is alive, but in the process of decay. In his studio photographs of flowers, the artist aims to translate this understanding of the fragile beauty of life, and the inevitability of an end.

Framed color photograph of a vase of pink lily flowers on a plinth — Live Lilies, Pink, 2021

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 36-3/4 x 38 inches (framed) [93.4 x 96.5 cm], one of three unique variants

Color photograph of a glass of poppy flowers on a wire frame — Flowers on armature, 2020

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 34-3/4 x 40 inches (framed) [88.3 x 101.6 cm], one of four unique variants

Color photograph of several flowers in states of decay in a small glass on a wooden pedestal framed in black — Untitled, 2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 39-7/8 × 34-7/8 inches (framed) [101.3 cm × 88.6 cm]

Color photograph framed in black depicting decaying poppies with circular mirror on wooden plinth — Poppies with dark mirror, 2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 34 x 33-5/8 inches (framed) [86.3 x 85.4 cm]

Color photograph of flowers in a glass vase on concrete plinth famed in black — Love in the mist, 2021

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 38-1/8 x 39-7/8 inches (framed) [96.8 x 101.2 cm], one of four unique variants

Framed color photograph of a bunch of wilting poppies standing on a shelf — Untitled, 2020

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 36-3/8 x 36-5/8 inches (framed) [93.0 x 93.0 cm]

Color photograph of 11 sunflowers strung together on a cotton string armature. — Large sunflowers, 2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 45-1/2 x 39-1/4 inches (framed) [115.6 x 99.7 cm], one of three unique variants

Framed color photograph of a bunch of flowering tree branches posed on a plinth — Home blossom, 2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 45-5/8 x 38-3/8 inches (framed) [115.9 x 97.5 cm]

Framed color photograph of a bouquet of drying poppy flowers. — Live and dead poppies, 2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 35-3/4 x 35-5/8 inches (framed) [90.8 x 90.5 cm], one of three unique variants

Richard LearoydUntitled 2

2020

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 37-1/2 x 40 inches (framed) [95.3 x 101.6 cm], one of three unique variants

Richard LearoydLive Lilies, Pink

2021

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 36-3/4 x 38 inches (framed) [93.4 x 96.5 cm], one of three unique variants

Richard LearoydFlowers on armature

2020

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 34-3/4 x 40 inches (framed) [88.3 x 101.6 cm], one of four unique variants

Richard LearoydUntitled

2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 39-7/8 × 34-7/8 inches (framed) [101.3 cm × 88.6 cm]

Richard LearoydPoppies with dark mirror

2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 34 x 33-5/8 inches (framed) [86.3 x 85.4 cm]

Richard LearoydLove in the mist

2021

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 38-1/8 x 39-7/8 inches (framed) [96.8 x 101.2 cm], one of four unique variants

Richard LearoydUntitled

2020

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 36-3/8 x 36-5/8 inches (framed) [93.0 x 93.0 cm]

Richard LearoydLarge sunflowers

2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 45-1/2 x 39-1/4 inches (framed) [115.6 x 99.7 cm], one of three unique variants

Richard LearoydHome blossom

2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 45-5/8 x 38-3/8 inches (framed) [115.9 x 97.5 cm]

Richard LearoydLive and dead poppies

2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 35-3/4 x 35-5/8 inches (framed) [90.8 x 90.5 cm], one of three unique variants

Color photograph of red grapes suspended by black thread above concrete plinth

Richard Learoyd: Selected Works

Richard Learoyd’s large-scale color and black-and-white photography reimagines art historical tropes with a sensual hyperrealism. Using a camera obscura, Learoyd creates experiential tableaux with a contemporary texture, enveloping the viewer into the artist’s unique worldview.

Color photograph of red grapes suspended by black thread framed in white — Red grapes, 2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 29-1/2 x 25-1/4 inches (framed) [74.9 x 64.1 cm], edition of 4

Color photograph of decaying poppies in white frame — Poppies close up, 2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 25-1/2 x 29-1/4 inches (framed) [64.7 x 74.3 cm], edition of 4

Color photographic portrait of a topless young woman against a gray background — Jasmijn nude, 2017

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 52 x 49-3/8 inches (framed)

Black and white horizontal photograph of a lone rock in the Pacific Ocean. — Big Sur II, 2018

gelatin-silver contact print, 60 x 88-1/8 inches (framed) [152.4 x 223.8 cm], edition of 7

Color photograph of a seated figure hunched over away from camera in beaded black dress framed in white — Agnes back

Ilfochrome photograph, 70-1/4 x 59-3/4 inches (framed) [181 x 151.8 cm]

Black and white photograph of a river and trees along the horizon framed in black — The River Stour from Deadman’s Bridge near Flatford. (Summer), 2013

gelatin silver contact print, 58-1/8 x 86 inches (framed) [147.6 x 218.4 cm]

Black and white photograph of a large metal and concrete structure situated on hillside framed in black — Armature, Mount Buzludzha, Bulgaria, 2016

gelatin silver contact print, 58-1/2 x 79 inches (framed) [148.6 x 200.7 cm]

Color photograph of a seated nude figure turning away from camera framed in black — Phie nude on plinth, 2016

Ilfochrome photograph, 75-3/8 x 60 inches (framed) [191.8 x 152.4 cm]

Color photograph of a nude woman laying on sheets framed in white — Agnes from above, 2008

Ilfochrome photograph, 70 x 60 inches (framed) [177 x 152 cm]

Color photograph of a woman in black lace top framed in white — Tatiana small, 2011

Ilfochrome photograph, 38-1/8 x 34-1/8 inches (framed) [96.8 x 96.8 cm]

Richard LearoydRed grapes

2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 29-1/2 x 25-1/4 inches (framed) [74.9 x 64.1 cm], edition of 4

Richard LearoydPoppies close up

2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 25-1/2 x 29-1/4 inches (framed) [64.7 x 74.3 cm], edition of 4

Richard LearoydJasmijn nude

2017

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 52 x 49-3/8 inches (framed)

Richard LearoydBig Sur II

2018

gelatin-silver contact print, 60 x 88-1/8 inches (framed) [152.4 x 223.8 cm], edition of 7

Richard LearoydAgnes back

Ilfochrome photograph, 70-1/4 x 59-3/4 inches (framed) [181 x 151.8 cm]

Richard LearoydThe River Stour from Deadman’s Bridge near Flatford. (Summer)

2013

gelatin silver contact print, 58-1/8 x 86 inches (framed) [147.6 x 218.4 cm]

Richard LearoydArmature, Mount Buzludzha, Bulgaria

2016

gelatin silver contact print, 58-1/2 x 79 inches (framed) [148.6 x 200.7 cm]

Richard LearoydPhie nude on plinth

2016

Ilfochrome photograph, 75-3/8 x 60 inches (framed) [191.8 x 152.4 cm]

Richard LearoydAgnes from above

2008

Ilfochrome photograph, 70 x 60 inches (framed) [177 x 152 cm]

Richard LearoydTatiana small

2011

Ilfochrome photograph, 38-1/8 x 34-1/8 inches (framed) [96.8 x 96.8 cm]

All Portfolios

Richard Learoyd: Landscapes

Learoyd’s process captures the imposing presence of the landscape – its space, texture, and volume. Revealing the physical and metaphorical gravity of the scene, the photographs embody the timelessness of the landscape.

Color photograph of a large willow tree in the center of a grassy field framed in a bleach wood frame — Richard Learoyd, Willow tree near Burgate, 2023

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 57-3/4 x 77-1/8 inches (framed) [146.7 x 195.9 cm], one of 2 unique variants

Black and white photograph of a desert canyon with a small river running through the center framed in black — Richard Learoyd, Last light, 2023

gelatin silver contact print, 59-3/4 x 88-1/2 inches (framed) [151.8 x 224.8 cm], edition of 5 + 2APs

Color photograph of the Grand Canyon at sunset framed in black — Richard Learoyd, Last light, Navajo Point, 2023

chromogenic contact print, 59-1/4 x 88-1/4 inches (framed) [150.5 x 224.2 cm], edition of 5 + 2APs

Black and white photograph of Yosemite valley with river running through middle framed in black — Richard Learoyd, Yosemite I, 2018

gelatin silver print, 59-3/4 x 89-1/8 inches (framed) [151.8 x 226.4 cm], edition of 7

Black-and-white photograph of a large tree in a pasture with leafy branches reaching the ground — Richard Learoyd, Looking away from Lacock, 2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60-1/2 x 85-1/2 inches (framed) [153.7 x 217.2 cm], edition of 5

Black-and-white photograph of a cape curving around a bay with waves crashing on a rocky shore — Richard Learoyd, Big Sur I, 2018

gelatin silver contact print, 60-3/8 x 89-1/2 inches (framed) [154 x 227.3 cm], edition of 7

Black-and-white photograph of a netted outdoor structure surrounding trees — Richard Learoyd, Aviary, 2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60-7/8 x 88-1/4 inches (framed) [154.6 x 224.2 cm], edition of 5

Black-and-white photograph of the base of a bare pale cliff face — Richard Learoyd, White cliffs, Dover, 2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60 x 89-5/8 inches (framed) [152.4 x 227.7 cm], edition of 5

Black-and-white photograph of a decomposing beached whale against waves crashing on the seashore — Richard Learoyd, Whale, Pacifica, 2015

gelatin silver contact print, 59-1/2 x 85 inches (framed) [151.1 x 215.9 cm], edition of 5

Black-and-white photograph of a derelict entrance way with an overgrown stoop — Richard Learoyd, Untitled, 2016

gelatin silver contact print, 61 x 79-1/2 inches (framed) [154.9 x 201.9 cm], edition of 5

Black-and-white photograph of a low shrub against bare trees — Richard Learoyd, A roadside attraction, 2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60 x 88-1/2 inches (framed) [152.4 x 224.8 cm], edition of 5

Richard LearoydWillow tree near Burgate

2023

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 57-3/4 x 77-1/8 inches (framed) [146.7 x 195.9 cm], one of 2 unique variants

Richard LearoydLast light

2023

gelatin silver contact print, 59-3/4 x 88-1/2 inches (framed) [151.8 x 224.8 cm], edition of 5 + 2APs

Richard LearoydLast light, Navajo Point

2023

chromogenic contact print, 59-1/4 x 88-1/4 inches (framed) [150.5 x 224.2 cm], edition of 5 + 2APs

Richard LearoydYosemite I

2018

gelatin silver print, 59-3/4 x 89-1/8 inches (framed) [151.8 x 226.4 cm], edition of 7

Richard LearoydLooking away from Lacock

2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60-1/2 x 85-1/2 inches (framed) [153.7 x 217.2 cm], edition of 5

Richard LearoydBig Sur I

2018

gelatin silver contact print, 60-3/8 x 89-1/2 inches (framed) [154 x 227.3 cm], edition of 7

Richard LearoydAviary

2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60-7/8 x 88-1/4 inches (framed) [154.6 x 224.2 cm], edition of 5

Richard LearoydWhite cliffs, Dover

2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60 x 89-5/8 inches (framed) [152.4 x 227.7 cm], edition of 5

Richard LearoydWhale, Pacifica

2015

gelatin silver contact print, 59-1/2 x 85 inches (framed) [151.1 x 215.9 cm], edition of 5

Richard LearoydUntitled

2016

gelatin silver contact print, 61 x 79-1/2 inches (framed) [154.9 x 201.9 cm], edition of 5

Richard LearoydA roadside attraction

2013

gelatin silver contact print, 60 x 88-1/2 inches (framed) [152.4 x 224.8 cm], edition of 5

Color photograph of rope suspended with black thread framed in white

Richard Learoyd: Still-life

Poetically rich images explore the classical canon of still-life tableaus, uniquely interpreted through the artist’s photographic techniques.

Color image of color photograph depicting suspended twine in white frame — Found No. 1, 2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 29-1/4 x 26-1/8 inches (framed) [74.2 x 66.5 cm], one of four unique variants

Color photograph of an oval blueish mirror with dust and streaks — Empty mirror, 2009

unique Ilfochrome print, 24-3/4 x 21 inches (framed) [62.9 x 53.3 cm]

Color photograph of five small circular mirrors on a distressed white plinth framed in white — Mirrors on plinth, 2024

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 35 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [88.9 x 79.1 cm], one of three unique variants

Color photograph of a lit candle and glass jar on a stone plinth next to a vertebrae — From Guf to Grave, 2019

unique Ilfochrome print, 55-3/8 x 55-3/8 inches (framed) [141 x 141 cm]

Color photograph of two long, thin silver fish tied in a knot around a vertically suspended string — You and me, 2010

unique Ilfochrome print, 60-3/4 x 62-1/4 inches (framed) [154.3 x 158.1 cm]

Color photograph of a skate wing being suspended in mid air by a black thread framed in white — Skate wing, 2012

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 46-7/8 x 46-7/8 inches (framed) [119 x 119 cm]

Color photograph of green grapes suspended with black thread above wooden plinth framed in white — Green grapes, 2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 29-1/4 x 26-1/8 inches (framed) [74.2 x 66.5 cm], one of four unique variants

Framed color photograph of a cluster of clock gears suspended on a wire — Fragmented clock 1, 2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 40-3/8 x 33-3/8 inches (framed) [102.6 x 84.8 cm]

Color photograph of an empty dark blue surface with spots and streaks of dust — Close Mirror 2, 2008

unique Ilfochrome print, 60-1/2 x 60 inches (framed) [153.67 x 153.67 cm]

Richard LearoydFound No. 1

2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 29-1/4 x 26-1/8 inches (framed) [74.2 x 66.5 cm], one of four unique variants

Richard LearoydEmpty mirror

2009

unique Ilfochrome print, 24-3/4 x 21 inches (framed) [62.9 x 53.3 cm]

Richard LearoydMirrors on plinth

2024

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 35 x 31-1/8 inches (framed) [88.9 x 79.1 cm], one of three unique variants

Richard LearoydFrom Guf to Grave

2019

unique Ilfochrome print, 55-3/8 x 55-3/8 inches (framed) [141 x 141 cm]

Richard LearoydYou and me

2010

unique Ilfochrome print, 60-3/4 x 62-1/4 inches (framed) [154.3 x 158.1 cm]

Richard LearoydSkate wing

2012

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 46-7/8 x 46-7/8 inches (framed) [119 x 119 cm]

Richard LearoydGreen grapes

2022

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 29-1/4 x 26-1/8 inches (framed) [74.2 x 66.5 cm], one of four unique variants

Richard LearoydFragmented clock 1

2018

unique Ilfochrome photograph, 40-3/8 x 33-3/8 inches (framed) [102.6 x 84.8 cm]

Richard LearoydClose Mirror 2

2008

unique Ilfochrome print, 60-1/2 x 60 inches (framed) [153.67 x 153.67 cm]

Color photographic portrait of a seated shirtless man with tattooed arms looking downwards

Richard Learoyd: Portraits

Learoyd’s photographs mimic how we see—rendering particular features in sharp detail, others gradually melting out of focus—effectively extending the process of looking. The artist has said of his portraits, “My hope is that they inspire a truly reflective view: a view of intimacy and understanding, and insight into another that will increase our humanity.”