Finn O'Hara
Apr 04, 2022
Finn O’Hara | Award-Winning Photographer & Director
Finn O’Hara is an acclaimed Canadian and British photographer and director based in Toronto, known for his intimate, situational approach to sports and advertising imagery. Bringing a unique blend of curiosity, craft, and collaboration to every project, Finn works internationally with a prestigious roster of clients including Adidas, Nike, Bell, Coca-Cola, and Budweiser.
His editorial work has been featured in premier publications such as The New York Times Magazine, Esquire, Vogue, and Der Spiegel. Finn’s commercial excellence has earned him some of the industry’s highest honors, including:
- International Photography Awards: Sports Photographer of the Year.
- Cannes Lions: Silver Lion.
- The One Show: Gold Pencil.
- Communication Arts & American Photography: Multiple recognitions for excellence in craft.
A master of technical problem-solving, Finn recently spearheaded a national campaign for Bell Canada, directing NBA Champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and capturing Olympic Gold Medalist Maggie Mac Neil in a high-speed, tethered underwater environment. His creative process and storytelling philosophy have also been featured on the award-winning radio program and podcast Q with Tom Power.
Whether on the pool deck or in the desert, Finn utilizes the Outex system to maintain a tactile, intuitive connection with his camera, ensuring that technical barriers never stand in the way of a compelling narrative.
BTS Canada Bell Advertising Campaign Shoot Featuring Olympic Gold Medalist Swimmer Maggie Mac Neil.
