​​​​Joseph Cloud​

ᎣᏏᏲ, ᎢᏓᎴᎾ

hello, let's begin

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As an enrolled citizen of Cherokee Nation (ᏣᎳᎩᎯ ᎠᏰᎵ ᎡᎲᎢ) and a descendant of European settlers, I hold the duality of my heritage with care and responsibility. By learning from our histories, engaging with the communities I am part of, and staying curious about the world around me, I strive to contribute to thriving Indigenous futures and the well-being of all our relations.

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I believe art and culture have an extraordinary ability to bring people together. My work lives at the intersection of creativity, community, and connection, where storytelling, performance, hospitality, and shared experiences invite people to see themselves and one another in new ways. Whether producing a large cultural event or gathering friends around a dinner table, I'm interested in what happens when we make space for people to connect.

 

While deeply rooted in Indigenous communities, my passion for supporting artists extends across cultures and identities. I'm proud to work alongside organizations that celebrate Black joy, uplift Caribbean artists in the diaspora, and create spaces where LGBTQ2S people and their stories can thrive. Our experiences may be distinct, but we share the desire to be seen, heard, celebrated, and connected.

 

I'm drawn to immersive cultural experiences that engage the senses and create unexpected moments where art and community meet. I believe in creating with communities rather than simply for them, honoring the knowledge, creativity, and lived experiences people bring. Sometimes that means building something new. Other times, it means listening, making introductions, or helping someone else's vision find its footing.

 

At the heart of my work is a belief in invitation and belonging. I want to create spaces where people feel welcomed, supported, and free to show up fully as themselves. Spaces that spark curiosity, celebrate difference, and remind us of the joy we find in being together.