I trained at the experimental theatre wing of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. After receiving my BFA in Drama, I performed Off-Broadway and in several indie films before jumping behind the camera as a filmmaker. My debut fantastical horror short, Venefica, played at over 25 festivals around the world before being picked up by the fine folks over at Shudder. In 2017, I also had a fun feature in the New York Times on my experiences as a woman of color horror filmmaker. Through photography, I've been able to do some amazing fashion/editorial collaborations and meet some incredibly talented performers who've inspired me along the way. I’ve worked with actors that can be seen on Broadway, television and major films, as well as writers, models, visual artists, & corporate innovators. You can learn more about my filmmaking & personal work at www.mariacwilson.com & by following the links below.
