Joel Wanek

JOEL WANEK is a filmmaker and photographer based in Oakland. His work has been shown internationally in film festivals, galleries and publications.

Over the years he has developed a creative documentary practice that often blurs the line between subject and maker, mixes techniques of narrative and vérité modes and utilizes public spaces for collaborative engagement.

Joel holds a MFA in Experimental and Documentary Arts from Duke University and a BA in Photography and Filmmaking from Webster University.