Discover the inspiring journey of David Oresick, Executive Director of the renowned Mattress Factory Museum, in this thought-provoking episode of The Subconscious Photography Podcast. Host David Senoff explores how Oresick’s background in photography and fine arts shaped his path from crafting zines in college to leading one of Pittsburgh’s top contemporary art museums.

In this episode, we delve into:

• The early influences that ignited David Oresick’s passion for photography and printmaking.


• How creating zines cultivated his unique approach to curation and collaboration.


• The power of collaboration in driving artistic and institutional success.


• Behind-the-scenes insights into managing an artist-centered museum like the Mattress Factory.


• Balancing artistic vision with administrative leadership.


• Reflections on the evolving world of photography and contemporary art.

About David Oresick:
David Oresick is a highly accomplished curator and arts administrator with degrees in photography from Rochester Institute of Technology and Columbia College Chicago. As the Executive Director of the Mattress Factory Museum, he emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and artist support, curating groundbreaking exhibitions that challenge perceptions and inspire creativity.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Mattress Factory Museum Website


• Manchester Craftsmen's Guild


• Silver Eye Center for Photography


• Rochester Institute of Technology


• Columbia College Chicago

Connect with David Oresick:

• Mattress Factory Museum Instagram


• David Oresick on LinkedIn


• Studio Visits with Silver Eye Podcast

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