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Richard Renaldi is a New York-based photographer known for his thought-provoking monographs like "Fall River Boys" (Charles Lane Press, 2009), "Manhattan Sunday" (Aperture, 2016), "I Want Your Love" (Super Labo, 2018), and more. Today, we're excited to revisit his acclaimed series "Touching Strangers," which began in 2007. This series features intimate portraits of strangers who, despite being unfamiliar with each other, are captured in close physical contact, challenging our ideas about connection and personal space.

The Aperture monograph was published in 2014, and this year marks its 10th anniversary. Renaldi has unveiled a new online gallery featuring 84 images from the series that were not included in the original book, many of which have never been seen before. Scroll down to explore these captivating photographs!

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Dominek And Jennifer, New York, NY, 2013

A man and woman touching hands and looking at each other, capturing unlikely connections in a touching strangers photo.

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    Chris And Amaira; Chicago, Il, 2013

    A man in a red cap holding a young girl in a unique photo capturing touching strangers and unlikely connections.

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    Abeth And Sebastian; New York, NY, 2011

    Two men in a yellow NYC taxi sharing a handshake through the window, capturing touching strangers and unlikely connections.

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    Emma And Charisse; Cincinnati, Oh, 2014

    Two women sharing a touching strangers moment, showcasing unlikely connections in a candid, heartfelt portrait.

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    Leslie And Solomon; New York, NY, 2013

    Two young people sharing a unique connection in a candid moment, highlighting touching strangers in urban photography.

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    Padayatra, Ortrun And Parvati; New York, NY, 2011

    Three women of different ages and ethnicities standing together outdoors, showcasing touching strangers and unlikely connections.

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    Lila And Franco; Los Angeles, Ca, 2013

    Man in hat and jacket and woman in green coat embracing against red and gray wall in touching strangers photo.

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    Dawn And Greg, New York, NY, 2011

    A man gently hugging a female naval officer outside a busy café, illustrating touching strangers and unlikely connections.

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    Carolyn And Diomedes; Brooklyn, NY, 2008

    Two strangers sitting closely on a park bench, showcasing unique connections in Richard Renaldi's touching strangers series.

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    Floyd And Bill; Port Jervis, NY, 2011

    Two men in hospital gowns share a touching moment holding hands in a bright room, capturing unlikely connections.

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    Madison, Janaki, And Dominic; Philadelphia, Pa, 2013

    Three young adults lying on grass, showing unlikely connections and touching strangers in a relaxed outdoor setting.

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    Kishar And Avital; New York, NY, 2011

    Two strangers posing closely together outside, capturing a unique connection in touching strangers photography.

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    Shaliah And Daria; Hope Sound, Fl, 2011

    Two women sitting closely in a green convertible car, capturing a unique connection for Touching Strangers photos.

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    Caleb, Augustine, Ryan, Ignacio, Christina, And Anthony; Kanorado, Ks, 2010

    Six people including two monks and a child sit and stand together on a bench in an open field, showcasing unlikely connections.

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    Eddie And Winnie; New York, NY, 2011

    Two people sharing an intimate moment in a cozy setting, captured in a unique photo of touching strangers.

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    Smitty And Asia; Albuquerque, Nm, 2013

    Man and woman embracing each other showing touching strangers in a unique photo capturing unlikely human connection.

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    Daniella And Jack; New York, NY, 2011

    Two children posing closely outdoors, capturing a unique connection in a touching strangers photo by Richard Renaldi.

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    Elizabeth And Brandon; Milford, Pa, 2010

    Young couple sharing a tender moment in a diner, showcasing touching strangers and unlikely connections by Richard Renaldi.

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    Felix And Thomas; New York, NY, 2010

    Two men showing unlikely connections by touching and holding hands, seated outdoors in a park setting.

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    Sandra And Cyrus; New York, NY, 2011

    Woman in a burgundy dress and man in camo shorts share an unlikely connection in a Touching Strangers photo by Richard Renaldi.

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    Melissa An William; Saugatuck, Mi, 2007

    Couple sitting on a park bench with two dogs, illustrating touching strangers and unlikely connections by Richard Renaldi.

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    Anne And Crystal; New York, NY, 2012

    Two women holding hands and posing on a city sidewalk, showcasing unlikely connections in the Touching Strangers series.

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    Lena And Rusafa; New York, NY, 2010

    Older man and younger woman sitting closely on a bench, showing unlikely connections in a touching strangers photo by Richard Renaldi.

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    Helen, Lidia, And Sary; Miami Beach, Fl, 2011

    Three women sitting closely together in a casual setting, showcasing touching strangers and unlikely connections by Richard Renaldi.

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    Marie And John; Honolulu, Hi, 2012

    Older couple sitting on a couch, holding hands, showing unlikely connection in a touching strangers photo by Richard Renaldi.

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    Allen And Tara; Asheville, Nc, 2008

    Man sitting fishing by riverside in chair with woman embracing him in a unique touching strangers photograph by Richard Renaldi

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    Gracya And Terry, New York, NY, 2007

    A diverse group sitting together on a city bench, illustrating touching strangers and unlikely connections by Richard Renaldi.

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    Lynette And Dominic; Cincinnati, Oh, 2014

    An older woman and a younger man touching while standing by an open filing cabinet, showing unlikely connections in touching strangers photos.

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    John And Juhee; New York, NY, 2011

    Man in hat gently touching woman in black dress, showing touching strangers and unlikely connections by Richard Renaldi.

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    Annemarie, Ryan, And Jack; New York, NY, 2011

    Three people in a close portrait showing unlikely connections, part of Touching Strangers photo series by Richard Renaldi.

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    Siva And Janet; New York, NY, 2007

    Man and woman standing close and holding hands on busy city street, showing touching strangers and unlikely connections.

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    Lou And Ofilia; Miami Beach, Fl, 2011

    Young man and older woman displaying unlikely connection in a touching strangers photo by Richard Renaldi outdoors.

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    Lindsay And Mark; New York, NY, 2007

    A man and woman posing together on the street, showcasing touching strangers through unlikely connections by Richard Renaldi.




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