Omarr A. Otero, the Lead Photographer at Omarr Photography, offers you extraordinary memories from your important life events through his artistic perspective, knowledge, and experience in photography. In 1999 Omarr received his Bachelors of Arts in photography and digital imaging. He attended the Ringling College of Art and Design, one of the most highly recognized and innovative arts colleges in the United States. He has had the privilege to photograph nationally and across Europe. After graduating, Omarr left Sarasota, Florida and worked side by side with actors and crew in New York television, including the day time dramas: All My Children, One Life to Live, Guiding Light, and As the World Turns. During this period, he garnered an array of skills, particularly in technical lighting, which he continues to employ in his current work.

Recently, Omarr again was able to step outside the family and special event realm, and photographed the Food Network’s renowned Paula Deen. This, and other similar experiences, have heightened his interest for featuring portraits of individuals and families and enhance his passion for unique personal lifestyle and animal portraits. Omarr is a member of the Professional Photographers of America as well as the local chapter of the Professional Photographer’s Guild. He also has the prestige of winning national honors, such as the Ava Video Award along with Imagination Unlimited Weddings. Omarr also finds tremendous gratification in volunteering his services for the American Cancer Association.

To further add to his repertoire, Omarr has been newly appointed as a member of the esteemed faculty at Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, FL. Omarr now will be able to share his knowledge, experience and passion for photography with students at his own alma mater. Omarr is proud of this opportunity and eager to begin this 2011-2012 academic year. He is also a visual arts instructor at IQ Village, School of the Arts in Orlando, Florida. Omarr A. Otero has an incomparable passion for photography and enjoys every aspect of the art from precise lighting to capturing candid moments. He relishes in featuring each person’s distinctive beauty.