Carla Coffing
Los Angeles, California, United States
photographer
I am working on a new portrait series about connectivity, and Richard Thorbird was to be my first subject. Three weeks ago, when I met Richard for the first time at his home in Topanga Canyon, I had no idea he would have such a tremendous effect on me. In the face of so much adversity, Richard manages to find optimism and beauty all around. The charm and wisdom of Richard Thorbird left me feeling humbled, and it’s with pure gratitude that I was moved to help him save his home.