OCA Photography Social Group: David O'Mara

We are a group of students who come together to help each other through the exciting journey of our photographic studies.  On our Discord Channel we offer informal critiques; answer technical questions about cameras and the apps we need for our course; share collaborative challenges; and give support and encouragement to anyone who asks for it.

Monthly virtual events give us an opportunity to discuss the work of photographers who interest or challenge us; to hear first-hand about the practice and creative process of both professionals and past students of OCA; and to consider broader issues around the place of photography in society.

This talk will draw on David’s career making handmade books as an alternative to traditional publishing routes. He will draw on the history of his practice, influences and motivations, his attempts to have work published and the resulting solutions he came up with to still share his…