Jan Koster

Jan Koster is a contemporary Dutch artist whose work engages deeply with the landscapes and environments of the Netherlands. Born in 1959, Koster has developed a distinct visual style that merges photography and conceptual approaches, focusing intensely on the relationship between human intervention and the natural world. He is perhaps best known for his panoramic photographs that explore Dutch river landscapes, revealing a unique sense of place and time.

Koster’s practice often involves returning to the same locations repeatedly over months or even years, documenting subtle changes and the ongoing dialogue between nature and industry. By employing wide-angle lenses and a methodical approach to composition, he captures expansive, immersive views that invite viewers to contemplate their own connections to the land. His work has been exhibited widely in galleries and museums across Europe, and he has published several acclaimed photobooks, further establishing his presence in the field of landscape photography.

Koster continues to live and work in the Netherlands, where he remains an influential figure in contemporary art photography.