Daniel Cooney Fine Art

Daniel Cooney Fine Art, now located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is a distinguished contemporary art gallery with a strong commitment to photography as a central focus of its program. Founded in 2003 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and later relocating to Manhattan’s Chelsea District, the gallery has consistently championed both established and emerging artists, with photography serving as a key medium for exploration and expression. Over the years, the gallery has cultivated a reputation for presenting work that balances technical mastery with conceptual rigor, highlighting the evolving possibilities of photographic practice.

Photography at Daniel Cooney Fine Art encompasses a wide spectrum, from traditional black-and-white and color prints to experimental and contemporary techniques. The gallery’s exhibitions often showcase artists who challenge conventional narratives, exploring portraiture, landscape, documentary, and fine art photography. Each presentation is carefully curated to highlight both the aesthetic and historical significance of the work, providing viewers with a thoughtful and immersive experience. The gallery’s focus on photography ensures that both the medium’s enduring traditions and its innovative directions are represented with equal care.

Daniel Cooney, with thirty years of experience as a gallerist, curator, and educator, brings deep expertise to the gallery’s photography program. His academic background, including a Bachelor of Fine Arts from SUNY New Paltz and a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Illinois, combined with his teaching experience at institutions such as Parsons and the School of Visual Arts, informs the gallery’s commitment to both educational engagement and artistic excellence. Lectures, talks, and artist interactions often accompany exhibitions, providing context and insight into the photographers’ processes and intentions.

Through its dedication to photography, Daniel Cooney Fine Art offers a platform for artists to present work that is technically refined, conceptually compelling, and culturally resonant. The gallery continues to contribute to the wider photographic discourse, fostering appreciation, dialogue, and understanding for photography’s role in contemporary art.