NERISSA JAMES

Working across art, movement, education, and community

I create, teach, and build what I wish existed.

Apparently, I’ve always had a thing for hats.

My mom says that as a little girl, I loved trying on hats and wearing them. Looking back, maybe that was a little foreshadowing.

That same curiosity has carried me into many worlds. Making, education, art and storytelling, basketball, movement, and community. I follow what interests me, learn as I go, and create from what I discover.

I’ve stopped wondering how it all fits together. It fits because it’s mine.

I’ve stopped wondering how it all fits together. It fits because it’s mine.

Whether you’re here for the art, the movement, the work, or something we haven’t made yet, I’m always open to meaningful ideas, collaborations, and conversations.


Curious where our worlds might overlap?