His artistic style is defined by a preference for graphic media, particularly woodcuts and lithography. While many of his contemporaries in the Hague and Amsterdam moved toward the expressive colours of Luminism, Ten Klooster maintained a focus on form and line. He studied at the Hague Academy, an institution that prioritised realistic genre pictures under leaders like August Allebe. His work often features the ships and harbours of Zeeland, rendered with a sense of weight and permanence. He used strong contrasts to define the shapes of sails and sea walls.

Collectors today appreciate the balanced and orderly nature of his compositions. His prints avoid the visual clutter found in more traditional maritime paintings. The bold black-and-white schemes of his woodcuts complement modern decor styles that value simplicity. His depictions of the harbour at Veere provide a sense of quietude and historical continuity. These prints remain popular for their ability to convey a specific sense of place through minimal but effective means.