About

I am an interdisciplinary artist working across film, theatre, writing, photography, and sculpture.

My work explores the themes of human connection, empathy, and queer identity. I am deeply drawn to the concept of liveness as a form of experience and the transience of coastal environments. For me, the sea reflects the fluid, ever-changing nature of human experience.

I combine my training and work in theatre with moving image, text and objects to create immersive exhibitions, film and live art. I build spaces for connection. My goal is to invite audiences to slow down and sit with the fleeting moments that connect us all.

James also works as a theatre director across musical theatre, drama, and new writing. He is currently part of The Mercury Creative Directors programme.

Selected Screen Work

ADONIS - Currently in Post Production
ABOUT FACE (as co-writer)— Best Film and Audience Choice at Ximagine Film Festival; screened at Filmapalooza Lisbon.
IN BATTLE — European premiere at LAB111 Amsterdam; selections include Loudest Whispers and Norwich International Queer Film Festival.
SILVER LINING — international festival nominations and selections.
CAMINHO — poetic Portuguese short inspired by The Road Not Taken; selected as Best Experimental Short at Onyko Awards.
PARALLAX POINT — experimental dance film; opened the Screen Dance strand at Leeds International Film Festival.

Current Focus

Developing new writing, creating works that are a response to current ecology

Education

First-Class BA (Creative Media Arts), University of Westminster

Directing Certificate, London Film Academy 2021

Teaching

Lecturer in Acting, professional practice, teaching across the UK and internationally, including Aberdeen Academy of Performing Arts, ROM Theatre Arts, University of Chichester, South Essex College, Dubai Performing Arts and the University of Westminster.

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