Emma Piper-Burket

Emma Piper-Burket is a versatile visual artist, filmmaker, and writer known for her works in fiction, non-fiction, and mixed media.

Her creative process is research-driven, drawing inspiration from a variety of sources such as social trends, ancient history, science, politics, and the natural world.

With an MFA in Cinema and Digital Media from FAMU in Prague and a BA in Arabic and Classical Studies from Georgetown University, Emma Piper-Burket has a strong academic background.

She has participated in prestigious programs like the Middlebury Script Lab, Oberhausen Seminar, and was an Ebert Fellow for Film Criticism at the Sundance Film Festival.

Emma Piper-Burket's documentary 'Dream City' is available on platforms like Fandor and Amazon, while her films have been showcased at renowned festivals and venues worldwide including the Ann Arbor Film Festival and Jihlava International Documentary Film Festival.

Apart from her creative pursuits, she has held various roles like Outreach Producer on 'Love Thy Nature,' International Development Coordinator for the Media City Film Festival, and Co-Director of Play Farm, an artist residency in rural Oregon.

Emma Piper-Burket's diverse skill set includes experience in independent producing, documentary distribution, research, and financing, with a strong educational foundation from institutions like UCLA Extension and NYU School of Professional Studies.

She has also contributed to academia as a part-time instructor at Syracuse University and has a background in critical media practice from the University of Colorado Boulder.

With upcoming residencies at Visual Studies Workshop and Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, Emma Piper-Burket continues to make waves in the world of visual arts.