Willy Kessels (1898–1974) was a Dutch photographer, born in Amsterdam. His work developed as documentary and portrait photography, with particular attention to urban life and ordinary people.
Kessels developed his photographic career between the 1920s and the 1960s, distinguishing himself through a direct and realistic style, often in black and white, which captures everyday life with precision and sensitivity. His images combine social documentation and aesthetic research, showing a deep attention to detail and composition.
Among his main subjects are street scenes, markets, artisan workshops, and portraits of citizens, through which Kessels explores social dynamics and Dutch urban life.
