Events

Step into a relaxed ThursDates evening where creativity, conversation, and community unfold throughout the Museum. Settle in for a unique in-gallery photography workshop led by director, photographer, and editor Walter Wallace, Executive Director of the Black Film Guild. Designed for photographers of all levels, the experience blends hands-on instruction* with guided exploration of OMCA’s photography collection led by Gallery Chats Facilitator Avril Angevine before closing with a playful photo scavenger hunt that invites collaboration and fresh perspective.

Learn how to build a live-switching, multi-camera podcast while centering Oakland’s Black stories and legacy. From camera + lighting to audio and storytelling, this hands-on workshop is for creators ready to amplify community voices.