elizabeth bouiss
filmmaker, designer, educator
about
Elizabeth Bouiss is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, activist, parent, and educator committed to projects that promote social and political awareness, justice and action. Artistic expression, social issues, and telling untold stories spark Elizabeth Bouiss’s filmmaking practice and educational philosophy. A rich personal and family history of activism led her to documentary filmmaking. She uses video and film as a vehicle for expression, outreach, education and change. She earned her BFA in Film and Television Production and MA in Educational Technology from New York University. She is currently producing a feature documentary on the 1980s Pyramid Club. Her many film credits include producing, directing and editing. She relies on personal experience to inform her artistic directions.
Filmmaker Statement:
I choose subjects close to my heart, with themes that celebrate the triumph of the human spirit. I draw on personal experience to explore universal themes. I try to use the language of film to challenge our comfort levels and beliefs, shedding light on unseen and/or forgotten subjects. I like to build connections with those in my films and allow them to open up and share freely. I believe it is also imperative to play with the medium to create a full immersive artistic experience.
Filmmaker Statement:
I choose subjects close to my heart, with themes that celebrate the triumph of the human spirit. I draw on personal experience to explore universal themes. I try to use the language of film to challenge our comfort levels and beliefs, shedding light on unseen and/or forgotten subjects. I like to build connections with those in my films and allow them to open up and share freely. I believe it is also imperative to play with the medium to create a full immersive artistic experience.
Educational Philosophy:
I believe in student centered, project-based learning and in meeting the students where they are – culturally, developmentally, and interest wise. I then think it is important to take them to the next level while letting them find and follow their own path. As an educator, I serve as a source of knowledge and inspiration, a guide, and a mentor.
Texture Town – Class Project Lessons
