Christina Ford
Killer Kiss
The dazzling blue of the South Seas Killer Clam shimmers with life, born from iridocytes—tiny cells that bend and reflect sunlight into waves of color. This radiant light nourishes symbiotic algae within its tissues, powering the clam’s vibrant glow and sustaining its underwater vitality.
Awards
World Photo Annual
2025Honorable Mention
Abstract
Professional
Honorable Mention
Underwater
Professional
Killer Kiss
The dazzling blue of the South Seas Killer Clam shimmers with life, born from iridocytes—tiny cells that bend and reflect sunlight into waves of color. This radiant light nourishes symbiotic algae within its tissues, powering the clam’s vibrant glow and sustaining its underwater vitality.
About Artist
Christina Ford
Christina Ford is an artist inspired by the vivid beauty of the world and the wonder it evokes. Having lived near the ocean all her life—from Micronesia and Saudi Arabia to both coasts of the United States—her work is shaped by travel, culture, and the striking places she’s called home. For the past 30 years, she has lived in the Monterey area, where Northern California’s dramatic landscapes continue to inspire her. Nature remains her greatest muse, influencing her photography and mixed-media creations rich with color, movement, and light.
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