Marcelese Cooper

Marcelese Cooper is an artist and educator serving as a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Film and Media Studies Program at the University of Pittsburgh's Dietrich School. Their work explores identity, community, and Black/Brown narratives through animation, performance art, and experimental video.

Cooper's research and artistic practice blend dreams, science fiction, and surreal art-house cinema to create metaphysical narratives infused with dark humor. Their teaching emphasizes storytelling and time-based media, nurturing emerging creators while focusing on community-centered projects and self-mythos development.

Cooper's art has been exhibited nationally and internationally across festivals, galleries, and outdoor installations. They uniquely merge surrealism with emotional intensity, pushing boundaries in narrative storytelling to resonate with diverse audiences.