David Uttam Lawlor

Arts and Culture Producer

Born with a camera in hand (okay, maybe not born—but close enough), David has spent his life capturing history, arts, and culture through a documentary lens. His journey started with a gifted camera from his grandparents, and since then, he’s been on a mission to bring forgotten stories to light—sometimes literally, in the case of abandoned buildings. Based in downtown Providence, RI, David is a proud advocate for all things Rhode Island, from its rich industrial past to the simple joys of hot weenies and coffee milk.

dlawlor@ripbs.org

Recently published
With pizza, mentorship, and a mic, Roberto Gonzalez and his student-led program give youth a voice—turning curiosity into confidence and classrooms into launchpads for global storytelling
As Providence transforms, artists like Michael Townsend push back—turning a mall into home and raising the question: where can artists truly live and thrive?
‘We as journalists create a first draft of history’
‘ART inc.’ explores Rhode Island staple, Olneyville New York System, which offers nostalgia, community and a taste of history