 Donohue studied a BA/Hons in fine art at Northumbria University (2001–2004), it was here that he first began to experiment with interactive, immersive installations.It was during this time that he witnessed various haunting incidents that would provide impetus for his work.One experience involved witnessing people recording a beating of a man with mobile phones; this would shape an interest in the darker side of the human condition and a concern regarding technologies potential to distance us from the consequences of our actions.