We Are Santa

Portraits & Profiles

Who doesn’t love Santa Claus? From award-winning photographer Ron Cooper comes a beautifully curated collection of fifty professional Santas from across the country. We Are Santa is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those who slip into the red suit to spread Christmas cheer. Before and after portraits, behind-the-scenes stories of custom made costumes and specialized training, and surprising anecdotes of on-the-job encounters bring these Santas to life.

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Fabulous Drag!

Near Santa Fe, New Mexico. Late last year I had the opportunity to meet and photograph many of New Mexico's top drag performers. I asked them to arrive for the shoot in street clothes - no costumes, wigs, make-up or kinky boots - so I could make a black and white portrait of them "before" their fabulous transformation. Following that session, they changed into character and costume, a meticulous process than can take more than two hours. I then photographed them in color - and in character. It was a blast!

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Celebrating Humanity
Digest Series

I frequently release compilations of photographs along with descriptions and stories from my travels. These digests are offered in PDF format and free to download.

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