James Harper is a Welsh artist, writer and creative producer, based in Liverpool. He is currently in his second biennial cycle with Liverpool Biennial, in the role of Programme Manager. James has been part of Liverpool’s cultural scene since 2010 having held a studio and acted as Artistic Director at The Royal Standard within the city. As an independent practitioner, he has worked with organisations such as A-N, Bluecoat, Clwyd Theatr Cymru, Site Gallery and Tate Liverpool. He obtained a Masters Degree in Curating from Chelsea College of Arts and previously held the role of Curator at Tŷ Pawb, Wrexham.