Through portraiture, design and atmosphere, this series captures what it means to exist as brilliance itself in a world still learning how to see it.

“I’m not photographing beauty—I’m recording energy.” —Liam Ian Black

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re casting Black and Brown individuals of all ages, shades and identities—visionaries, artists, innovators, elders and thinkers. You don’t have to be a “model.” You just have to bring presence, truth and light.

ALL GENDERS, BODY TYPES and EXPRESSIONS WELCOME!

Experience not required—authenticity is.

Theme: Frequencies of the Future

Location: DC / Maryland / Virginia area

Date: Late Fall 2025 (tentative weekends)

Concepts: Portraits representing five frequencies of brilliance—Gold, Red, Blue, White, and Black Light—symbolizing intellect, legacy, technology, emotion, and the unseen.

Compensation: Paid (TFP available) + Portfolio Copies + Credited Publication in the upcoming exhibition and feature release.

Project Result: Private & Professional Portfolio Development, Look Book, Gallery Website, and custom IP.

TO SUBMIT

Send your submission to Liam-Ian@Liam-Ian.com

Subject line: BLACK BRILLIANCE Model Call — [your name]

Include:

1. Full Name

2. Age + City/State

3. 2-3 Photos (headshot & full body; professional not required)

4. 2-3 Sentence on what Black Brilliance means to you

5. Optional: Appropriate Social Media Account (for image reference)

Deadline: [insert date]

For more immediate responses, complete and submit our CONTACT form.

CREATIVE DIRECTION BY LIAM IAN

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Website: www.liam-ian.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

Dedicated Seasonal Photography @ Home (The Grand of North Bethesda)

Keeping active, this is a seasonal photography event held at the personal residence community of Liam Ian, The Grand of NOBE (North Bethesda).

Taking advantage of the natural landscape and general environment, this is an opportunity for community members to meet and greet and get to know one another will being captured for the season. This event is not only for Liam Ian as an artist and photographer but for others interested in photography and photography associated activities get active, create and socialize.

Food. Music. Drinks. This is a social activity for community members and others to enjoy. To be held primarily in The Grand Pub Room. Outdoor photography may be done within The Grand Patio, Garden, Grills and other associated areas.

*All photography implemented by Liam Ian Black may be used for skills training & enhancement, personal & professional portfolio development and other IP and associated business activities of LIAM IAN™. Resources may be provided on site to produce prints of photography however this is not promised aspect of the activity. A complete library of images can be provided by request at a later time.

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This photography activity serves to pilot an ongoing set of seasonal photography activities and events dedicated to the local NOBE community. Backup date is Saturday, October 25, 2025.