LIAM IAN

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mESsD Uhp? YeeAH. MeSsEd uP.

(by Liam Ian Black 🥃)

Many mistakes have been made. Many mistakes have been made but the truest effort is to learn from them and continue to allow for new mistakes to be made and to take place.

We’re currently operating within the Photography Quarter still doing Art. It just so happens that things have worked out to keep Art within our vision before Design and Photography.

We’re currently operating within the Photography Quarter still doing Art. It just so happens that things have worked out to keep Art within our vision before Design and Photography.

One thing I’ve surely learned is that there is no straight path or direct course within life—to life and progress. There are things about life that will just be out of anyones control because one of the mistakes we make is thinking that life itself is a non-living thing to be controlled when in some perspectives it is not. Life will have its way because life is just nature and the nature of things.

We should not assume that we can control and run everything but we certainly can attempt to appeal and negotiate and contribute to it.

As I continue on the journey of discovering and further cultivating my creativity, I’m finding much more about who I am as an artist as much as life is revealing to me who I am as a man. The importance of my identity as an artist truly informs who I am as a designer and photography…and even entrepreneur. In this process that I might continue to call “chaos” I’m finding that I truly reside within two worlds; one of Neo-expressionist Abstract Art and the other being Fine Abstract Art combining Textured Paints and Elements. With that, the colors I’ve further come to favor are Blacks, Golds, Silvers, Reds with White in some moderation. Additionally my method is of beginning works on a canvas of Black instead of White…to add extra depth and richness has truly become a mainstay creative philosophy.

Heavily influenced by the likes of Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, Rothko and Virgil Abloh, my signature is still in development. My style currently is still exploratory but remains anchored and committed to positively conveying messages that will positively influence and inform People of Color, Ethnicity and Culture towards respect for Intelligence, Ethnicity and Innovation as the major avenues for dynamic Improvement, Refinement and Progression.

SOMETHING HAS TO CHANGE.

For People of Color, things have to change. It just is what it is. Something has to change. Of course while we may not be able to affect and change the things outside of our control, we certainly can make efforts to change the things within…beginning with ourselves. This is our intention as an Arts and Creativity operation. We’re continuing the efforts of contributing to cultivating aesthetics and environments that cater to pushing things forward for People of Color and all those associated within the endeavor of Unity, Promise and Prosperity.


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*Select artwork can and may be reserved for exclusive access and sale. These works may not be duplicated to retain the value as being the original singular pieces. Contact us for more information.


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RE-CREATION PROJECTS - 2026

CONTINUOUSLY, ITS JUST ABOUT CREATING ART!

Without dragging it out, we’re creating specifically based upon what inspires us; we’re doing re-creation projects. Inspired more and more by concepts and ideologies such as those conveyed and implied by “STEAL LIKE AN ARTIST” by Austin Kleon, we’re keeping it moving by not limiting ourselves. We’re creating behind what we’ve seen other creators do. Re-creation isn’t just recreation. It’s not a process of duplication. It’s the process of attempting to achieve what was already done without the same assets and resources but more using what’s at our own disposal.

The key is to implement effective and impactful projects. The point is to choose projects that are worth re-creating—meaning they have a particular and specific meaning or intended impact as identified and understand thru how they were originally done. Also they should apply to the artist, designer, photographer, business or brand as being developed as stand-alone or associated projects. Basically, we’re not—I’m not—just coming up with things to shoot, design or artistically redevelop, there’s a point to it. There’s meaning, vision and purpose.

In this month of July, we’re moving into completing a number of old and new projects including “BLACK BRILLIANCE”, “DRAWN LINE” and “URBRAN SOMETHINGS”. These projects are unique and special enough to give attention to. With that, we’ve discovered newer and other concepts to convey impactful messages.

*We do not own the above imagery. WE support and post them for educational purposed to inform. We are encouraged, informed and inspired by them for the communities and cultures we serve. Please contact us for Source and Ownership information and for removal requests where applicable.

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RE-CREATION PROJECTS

SOMETIMES ITS JUST ABOUT CREATING ART!

Without dragging it out, we’re creating specifically based upon what inspires us; we’re doing re-creation projects. Inspired more and more by concepts and ideologies such as those conveyed and implied by “STEAL LIKE AN ARTIST” by Austin Kleon, we’re keeping it moving by not limiting ourselves. We’re creating behind what we’ve seen other creators do. Re-creation isn’t just recreation. It’s not a process of duplication. It’s the process of attempting to achieve what was already done without the same assets and resources but more using what’s at our own disposal.

The key is to implement effective and impactful projects. The point is to choose projects that are worth re-creating—meaning they have a particular and specific meaning or intended impact as identified and understand thru how they were originally done. Also they should apply to the artist, designer, photographer, business or brand as being developed as stand-alone or associated projects. Basically, we’re not—I’m not—just coming up with things to shoot, design or artistically redevelop, there’s a point to it. There’s meaning, vision and purpose.

In this month of November, we’re still striving to complete our “BLACK BRILLIANCE” project and with that, we’ve discovered newer and other concepts to convey they message and messages.

*We do not own the above imagery. WE support and post them for educational purposed to inform. We are encouraged, informed and inspired by them for the communities and cultures we serve. Please contact us for Source and Ownership information and for removal requests where applicable.

CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION!


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PIKETOBERFEST @ PIKE & ROSE!

AN EXPERIENCE FOR NORTH BETHESDA LIKE NO OTHER.

While Piketoberfest (at this point) was some time ago, we captured some content about the event. Held at Pike & Rose of North Bethesda, the occasion was a family fun community event saturated with activities, music, food, art, crafts and fun. Let’s not forget the beer either!

Family-friendly, this event was diverse and absolutely welcoming with many people out on display. A safe space for many, this was a more than healthy mix of all peoples; Black, White and Brown. The young and trendy to the sophisticated adult to the event active elderly. People and Community is what it was all about positively reinforced by the local businesses and community-engagement organizations. Unity was at the forefront under the banner of enjoying each others company under a late Summer Sunday Sun.

*Photography was implemented independent of any request or commercial association. Pike & Rose is a part of the LIAM IAN™ local residential community. No paid partnerships, sponsoring or commercial affiliations.


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THE POP-UP ART SHOW!

THE END OF YEAR IS FAST APPROACHING AND WE WANT TO DO SOMETHING MEANINGFUL.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2025

We’re hosting an small impromptu Art Show to share and dialogue about the state of Art within our local area of North Bethesda and the larger surrounding communities.

Our goal is to see who’s out there and what’s out there local to entertain and support.

We want to show our support for local art seeing and hearing what other voices have to say in this modern day.

Location: The Grand of North Bethesda

Time: 5 - 7 pm.


*As creatives, it’s important to not only stay true to our individual to collective creative philosophies, perspectives and experiences but to also entertain the worlds around us to strengthen and expand the opportunities to implement more creative projects.


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LIAM IAN'S PHOTOGRAPHY @ HOME!

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.


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