Art comes in many forms and recently an emerging artist from Harlem is making waves in the photography world. His name is Tyrique James and he is a 25-year-old photographer that captures the essence of his subjects in a way that is extraordinary.

He started as a model himself and learned what poses showcase the lines of the body. Bold colors don’t frighten him and he takes most of his shots in his home studio. His calm cool demeanor makes working with Tyrique a joy and is a collaborative process. His postproduction skills give each photo that extra pop.

With every person holding a powerful camera in their pockets today, it is rare to find someone that cuts through the noise of content and makes such a deep impression on the viewer. Take a moment to browse this rich gallery of work.