Raven Jackson, a celebrated American filmmaker, poet, and photographer, hails from the state of Tennessee, where she draws inspiration from the boundless, indefinable experiences and emotions that shape our comprehension of the world. Her creative pursuits frequently explore the intricate, complex relationships between the human body and the natural world, yielding a distinctive, remarkable body of work that is both deeply personal and universally relatable, transcending boundaries and resonating with audiences from diverse backgrounds.
Notably, her short films, Nettles and A Guide to Breathing Underwater, are currently accessible on the esteemed Criterion Channel, providing audiences with a unique opportunity to gain insight into her singular cinematic vision and artistic perspective.
As a Cave Canem fellow, Jackson has been fortunate enough to receive extensive training and mentorship, allowing her to refine her craft through her Master of Fine Arts degrees from the reputable New York University's Graduate Film Program and the New School's esteemed Writing Program.
Noted film director and published poet, Jackson, has also made a name for herself in the literary world with her chapbook, "little violences", which is available for purchase through the esteemed Cutbank Literary Magazine.
