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Defying Convention

In the pecking order of contemporary photography, Noah Kalina has hatched a style that’s distinctly his own. His subject matter varies from creative portraiture (like guitarist Albert Hammond Jr., shown below) to the whimsical chicken selfie project, an exploration into what happens when your backyard brood photographs themselves for a summer.

Kalina's lens isn't just for the birds — his versatile portfolio sparkles with commissions from big brands. To capture the stunning jewelry of David Webb, Noah took a “Walk in the Woods,” the title of his series featuring blingy trinkets sparkling against a lush green forest. And in the final photo below, we see a gallery shot from his 2021 show “The River.”

Enter Red River Paper

Noah tells us that every piece from “The River” is printed on a Red River paper that has since been succeeded by an even better option: our Aurora Art Natural 300. This 100% cotton acid-free paper adds a touch of sophistication, imbuing photographs and art prints with warmth and nuance. Free of optical brighteners, the paper preserves its original hue over an extended period. And its dual-sided print functionality adds an extra layer of practicality and convenience.

Another favorite paper of Noah’s is our Polar Matte. Available in three versions, many sizes, rolls, and greeting cards, Polar Matte Polar offers a beautiful soft-white printing surface with outstanding ink holdout capabilities.

“Red River Paper just makes excellent paper that I love to use!” says Noah.

See More of Noah’s Work

Noah's online portfolio is anything but ordinary, showcasing portraiture, quirky projects (i.e. his 20-year daily selfie project), corporate commissions from giants like Disney and Google, and newsletters that thwart the typical. Peek at Noah's Instagram for more fresh work and witty musings. Curious about his clientele? The Q&A section below spills the beans on who's flocking to get a piece of Noah's photographic magic.

Enjoy our Q&A with Noah Kalina

What year was your business founded and how did you get started?
I started my business in 2003 after graduating from the School of Visual Arts.

Tell us a little about what product or service your business offers.
I sell fine art prints and occasionally take commercial and editorial work. 

What makes your business unique?
I'd like to think I am a unique person and photographer. I believe all of the elements — from my personality to the technicality of my work — attract people to it.

Where do you source your raw materials from?
Red River Paper, B&H, and Amazon.

In what ways does the business reflect your own personality?
I have many interests, from people to places to things to chickens, and I try to explore all of those things with my photographic work.

Who are your typical customers?
Everyone from young photographers to Hollywood producers to tech entrepreneurs. 

What is the most interesting project you've encountered in the course of your work?
I never like to pick favorites. But my work for Disney, General Electric, and The New York Times magazine sent me to amazing locations and I got to meet amazing people. 

What has Red River Paper done for your business? Is there a particular challenge Red River Paper has helped you overcome or a goal they helped you meet?
Red River Paper just makes excellent paper that I love to use!

Which Red River Paper products do you use, and what do you appreciate most about them?
My favorite Red River paper is Palo Duro Smooth Rag 310 and the Polar Matte.

How can people purchase your products/service?
Your readers can go directly through my online shop. Plus, a few galleries represent my work.

Do you have any future growth plans?
Yes, I recently had a show where I made 100 8.5x11 prints from my project "The River," a series of photographs I made every day between 2020 and 2021.

Original Publication Date: November 20, 2024

Article Last updated: November 20, 2024

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