In this episode of Textural Anthologies, we sit down with James Mooney, an Irishman from Dublin who has made NYC his home for the past 12 years. James calls himself the Contrary Man, someone who has carved his own path and gained deep insights along the way. I see him as an ethnographer, using his socially conscious photography to shed light on issues affecting youth culture and challenging the cycle of negativity. His images don’t just capture moments—they narrate and explore the contemporary world around us. As Susan Sontag once said in On Photography, “The painter constructs, the photographer discloses.” This quote perfectly encapsulates James’s approach to his work, revealing truths and sparking conversations through the lens of his camera. Join us as we delve into the mind of James Mooney, exploring his journey, his art, and his commitment to using photography as a tool for social awareness.

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