In Conversation with Charles Ford

STREET MACADAM LIVE: In Conversation with Charles Ford

On this episode of @street_macadam English LIVES, I had the pleasure of hosting street and portrait photographer Charles Ford for an insightful conversation about his early street work in New York during the 1980s and 1990s.

We explored the energy, grit, and raw humanity of NYC streets during this transformative era. Charles shared stories behind his early photographs, reflecting on how the city’s culture, people, and fleeting moments shaped his approach to street photography.

Our discussion also examined the challenges of photographing candidly in a pre-digital world: how patience, intuition, and a deep connection to the city allowed him to capture striking, authentic images. Charles revealed how these formative experiences influenced his style, vision, and understanding of urban life.

It was a vivid and compelling dialogue about seeing, timing, and responding to the streets of New York at a pivotal moment in history. Anyone interested in street photography, urban culture, or the early days of NYC street photography will find this conversation rich with insight and perspective.

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Meredith Fleischer
Founder, The MF Gallery
Host, @street_macadam English LIVES