Born and raised in the Netherlands, Cooper Seykens began his photographic journey at just 17, traveling across the United States with his father. During these travels, he captured powerful black-and-white street portraits that quickly gained recognition.
Cooper Seykens’s photography is a testament to his ability to capture raw emotion and authenticity. His signature style attracted attention, leading people to request similar portraits of well-known personalities in the Netherlands.
His images capture intimate moments, offering new perspectives and emotional depth in his subjects. Whether through black-and-white portraits or more contemporary compositions, his work is distinguished by a natural ability to put his subjects at ease, creating an atmosphere where confidence and vulnerability coexist. Through this approach, Seykens creates powerful images that reveal the unique personalities and stories of his subjects.
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Cooper SeykensMaria Fernanda Ortiz, 2025Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass160 x 120 cm (62 x 47 in)
Framed: 164 x 124 cmEdition of 5 -
Cooper SeykensEscaramuza Toluca, 2025Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass160 x 120 cm (62 x 47 in)
Framed: 164 x 124 cmEdition of 5 -
Cooper SeykensCharro Santiago with Horse, 2025Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass160 x 120 cm (62 x 47 in)
Framed: 164 x 124 cmEdition of 5 -
Cooper SeykensJuan Banda de Guerra, 2025Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass160 x 120 cm (62 x 47 in)
Framed: 164 x 124 cmEdition of 5 -
Cooper SeykensYucca Tree, 2025Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass150 x 120 cm (59 x 47 in)
Framed: 154 x 124 cmEdition of 5 -
Cooper SeykensCharro Carlos, 2025Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass120 x 120 cm (47 x 47 in)
Framed: 124 x 124 cmEdition of 8 -
Cooper SeykensEscaramuza, 2024Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass120 x 120 cm (47 x 47 in)
Framed: 124 x 124 cmEdition of 8 -
Cooper SeykensCharro Diego, 2024Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass150 x 120 cm (59 x 47 in)
Framed: 154 x 124 cmEdition of 5 -
Cooper SeykensCharro Santiago, 2024Print on fine arts paper, black wooden frame, anti-reflective glass150 x 120 cm (59 x 47 in)
Framed: 154 x 124 cmEdition of 5
At 19, he pursued formal studies at the Royal Academy of Arts in The Hague, refining his artistic vision. Today, his work evolves, combining technical skill with a personal storytelling approach in photography.
