Alexander Coggin

Alexander Coggin is an innovative visual storyteller whose perspective on the world is as captivating as the images he creates. Now residing in London after an inspiring stint in Berlin, this American artist finds joy in meandering through urban landscapes with his camera in hand, constantly feeding his insatiable visual curiosity. With an extraordinary talent for spotting the unusual and unexpected, Coggin masterfully weaves together vibrant colors and rich textures to unveil striking compositions from the seemingly mundane. His subjects are ever-evolving, yet he has a remarkable ability to transform everyday moments into extraordinary visual narratives. A trained actor, Coggin's theatrical background profoundly influences his artistic approach; he delves into themes of backstory, body language, and the intricate interplay between perception and reality. His bold utilization of flash infuses his photographs with a sense of magical realism, creating images that evoke the cinematic quality of film. His work has garnered attention from a diverse range of prestigious clients, including AnOther, Creative Review, Culture Trip, The Face, The Fall Magazine, FT Magazine, The Gourmand, It’s Nice That, McDonald's, Migros, Monocle, The New York Times, Port Magazine, Sky, Tank Magazine, Vice, Vogue Italia, and Zeit Magazine. Through each photograph, Coggin invites viewers to explore the hidden narratives that lie beneath the surface of everyday life.