CATCHING UP WITH ... Prof. J Flynn Talks Shop with Internationally Renowned Photographer Atom Moore (COMM '05)
Sat Jan 31 2026
In this episode of the CATCHING UP WITH... series, Professor J Flynn catches up with Atom Moore (COMM ’05), to talk about about what it takes to become an internationally renowned watch photographer and artist. Beginning with his time in the Fitchburg State photography department to becoming a master of his craft working around the world for prestigious companies, Atom and J discuss the merger of craft with one's fascination -- and the crucial role pursuing his interests with his camera and lens led to his professional success.
In a New York Times profile about Atom's work, Tadashi Shibuya, the vice president of the Casio USA Timepiece Division, lauded Atom's artistry: “In the realm of watch photography, Atom’s lens goes beyond mere documentation....transforming timepieces into art through his innovative, unique and creative perspective.”
Atom Moore's macro photography has been featured in several critically acclaimed gallery exhibitions -- including Second Nature, which was part of the Alumni Artist series in the Sanders Gallery on the Fitchburg State campus in 2025.
Follow Atom on Instagram and check out his work at www.atommoore.com.
The Gallery exhibition and campus visits were made possible by the generous support of The Clementi Family Lecture Fund -- and the organizational support and enthusiasm of Tanya Hoos Crowley (MS '21) of the Alumni office.
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This conversation was recorded in April 2025, before a live audience in the Hammond Lounge. The discussion has been edited for brevity.
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Episode transcript can be found here.
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This episode was produced by Adam Fournier (COMM '25). Adam is the creator of the CATCHING UP WITH... series and a newly minted graduate of the Film/Video Production program in the Communications Media Department. We thank Adam for his hard work and dedication to the mission of the Perseverantia podcast network. Best wishes, Adam! We will miss you but you have a wonderful road ahead!
Click here to learn more about Perseverantia. Join us for programming updates on Instagram. Or reach out with ideas or suggestions at podcasts@fitchburgstate.edu.
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In this episode of the CATCHING UP WITH... series, Professor J Flynn catches up with Atom Moore (COMM ’05), to talk about about what it takes to become an internationally renowned watch photographer and artist. Beginning with his time in the Fitchburg State photography department to becoming a master of his craft working around the world for prestigious companies, Atom and J discuss the merger of craft with one's fascination -- and the crucial role pursuing his interests with his camera and lens led to his professional success. In a New York Times profile about Atom's work, Tadashi Shibuya, the vice president of the Casio USA Timepiece Division, lauded Atom's artistry: “In the realm of watch photography, Atom’s lens goes beyond mere documentation....transforming timepieces into art through his innovative, unique and creative perspective.” Atom Moore's macro photography has been featured in several critically acclaimed gallery exhibitions -- including Second Nature, which was part of the Alumni Artist series in the Sanders Gallery on the Fitchburg State campus in 2025. Follow Atom on Instagram and check out his work at www.atommoore.com. The Gallery exhibition and campus visits were made possible by the generous support of The Clementi Family Lecture Fund -- and the organizational support and enthusiasm of Tanya Hoos Crowley (MS '21) of the Alumni office. *** This conversation was recorded in April 2025, before a live audience in the Hammond Lounge. The discussion has been edited for brevity. *** Episode transcript can be found here. *** This episode was produced by Adam Fournier (COMM '25). Adam is the creator of the CATCHING UP WITH... series and a newly minted graduate of the Film/Video Production program in the Communications Media Department. We thank Adam for his hard work and dedication to the mission of the Perseverantia podcast network. Best wishes, Adam! We will miss you but you have a wonderful road ahead! Click here to learn more about Perseverantia. Join us for programming updates on Instagram. Or reach out with ideas or suggestions at podcasts@fitchburgstate.edu.