As a communications professional and former journalist, James uses street and documentary photography to capture fleeting yet emotional moments, offering viewers a lens into the human condition and highlighting our shared experiences. His work explores social issues, including human interaction, isolation, and our relationship to our surroundings, with the aim of sparking important questions about community and belonging. As a gay artist who is recovering from major depressive disorder, James brings empathy and deeper engagement to his photography. He sees the creative process as an act of purposeful observation and meditation, allowing him to uncover dramatic moments unfolding all around us.

James is a graduate of Ryerson University's journalism program.