Welcome to Imani Black Studios

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Welcome to Imani Black Studios 〰️

Three fashionable individuals wearing sunglasses, standing outdoors against a blue sky backdrop.
Four ballet dancers practicing in an industrial-style studio, wearing fitted dance attire with neutral tones, capturing a graceful pose with arms raised and tilted heads.
A woman with closed eyes and a peaceful expression, touching her chin with her hands, wearing an orange blazer, earrings, and bracelets, against a brown background.
Portrait of a confident woman wearing an orange blazer and matching pants, holding a brown handbag over her shoulder, standing against a brown background.
A woman in an orange suit smiling, carrying a black handbag, and wearing white high heels, standing against a brown background.
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A young woman with long, wavy blonde hair and blue eyes wearing a white blazer over a black top, posing against a light gray background.
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A woman with natural curly hair illuminated by green light, partially obscured by green foliage.
A woman with a curly afro hairstyle leaning near a plant, illuminated by vibrant red and purple lighting with graffiti in the background.
A woman with a large afro hairstyle illuminated by colorful neon lights, standing in front of a textured wall with framed artwork, including an eye and a landscape picture.
A person with a bald head wearing white sunglasses, a pink blazer, a black shirt, a silver chain necklace, and a wristwatch, holding the glasses with both hands against a black background.
A woman and a young girl sharing a loving moment, with the girl kissing the woman's cheek. They are dressed in pink, with the woman wearing a strapless top and the girl in a dress with lace and embroidery, against a purple background.
A black and white photo of a woman with shoulder-length hair, wearing a strapless top, posing with one hand on her chest and the other around her arm, with a plain background.
A woman with long dark hair and platinum blonde bangs is playfully pulling her hair outward and making a grimace. She is wearing a shiny, metallic, form-fitting top with a deep plunge, set against a plain white wall.
A woman with light-colored hair, wearing a shiny, zippered top, posing with her eyes closed, mouth slightly open, and hands near her face in a playful expression, in black and white.
Man stretching against a wall, illuminated with red lighting, wearing a black mesh shirt, with a watch and bracelet on his wrist.
A woman with black, curly hair wearing a black satin dress with thin straps, standing against a blue and purple gradient background with her hands behind her neck.
A young woman with curly dark hair, closed eyes, and red lipstick, standing against a bright red background. She is wearing a red blazer and multiple layered necklaces. She has black painted nails, rings, a tattoo on her left hand, and her hands are
DJ with platinum blonde hair wearing a black sweatshirt with colorful graphic, mixing music at a nightclub with purple and blue lights, on a stage with DJ equipment, speakers, and a crowded dance floor in the background.
A DJ with blonde, spiky hair wearing a black shirt, headphones, and jewelry, mixes music at a club with neon red and blue lighting, while people dance and socialize in the background.
A DJ is mixing music using a DJ controller in a dimly lit setting with colorful lights.
A shirtless man with dark skin, curly hair, wearing sunglasses, smiling, against a blue background.
A shirtless young man with dark skin and textured hair holding glasses, looking thoughtfully to the side against a blue background.
A live concert performance with a singer on stage, holding a microphone, and a drummer in the background with a large colorful screen displaying graphics behind them. Audience members are visible in the foreground, raising their hands.
Performer on stage holding a microphone, wearing sunglasses, a cap, and a colorful shirt, with stage lights and a screen in the background.
A man in a striped shirt and sunglasses standing on stage during a concert, pointing towards the audience, with a band playing in the background and a large LED screen displaying colorful abstract art behind him.
A woman with orange hair singing into a microphone and playing an acoustic guitar on stage, with a digital background behind her.
A shirtless person with tattoos, orange hair, a red bandana around the neck, and various tattoos on arms and torso, singing or roaring into a microphone on stage with colorful lights and a large screen in the background.
A young woman with afro hair sitting on a red theater seat, in profile view, facing a whiteboard or screen in a room with black flooring and chairs.
Young woman with curly black hair in a black long-sleeve shirt standing in an auditorium with rows of empty red and brown chairs, gesturing expressively.
A man with a mustache and dark hair speaking into a microphone at an indoor workshop or studio, sitting next to a woman with short brown hair. Shelves with buckets and supplies are visible in the background.
A woman standing at a microphone in a church with stained glasses windows in the background, holding papers and looking slightly away.
Woman speaking at a podium during a protest or rally, with a sign that reads 'Reproductive Justice is for Everybody' and people holding signs behind her.
Group of women and girls participating in a protest holding signs advocating reproductive justice and voting rights
Close-up of two hands holding each other over a body of water with a landscape in the background, one hand wearing an engagement ring.
Silhouetted couple kissing by a lake with a clear blue sky in the background.
A man with a beard and wearing yellow sunglasses, a black cap, and a beige jacket, sitting against a tiled wall.
A person wearing a black cap and a cream-colored puffer jacket waiting on a subway platform as a train approaches in the background.
A man wearing a black baseball cap, yellow sunglasses, and a cream quilted jacket standing with arms crossed on a stairway in an indoor urban setting.
Neon sign reading "You had me at pink tequila" with a stylized pink sun and rays below the text, against a black background.
Group of people protesting with signs in front of a government building on a clear day.
A man speaking into a microphone outdoors, gesturing with one hand, with a speaker on the ground, at a university campus on a clear day.
A group of people standing outdoors on a brick path holding protest signs and banners during daytime. The scene includes trees, sunlight, and a clear sky.
A man sitting on a stage holding a sign with a handwritten message. He is speaking into a microphone and wears a black shirt and ripped jeans. The background is black.
Woman with orange dreadlocks, yellow sunglasses, and a yellow beret singing into a microphone, seated on a stage with a dark background.
A woman with dreadlocks wearing a yellow beret, yellow sunglasses, and a black blazer is smiling and holding a microphone on stage.
Imani Black. A young Black woman with tattoos on her arms, smiling and posing confidently against a gray background, wearing a black dress and jewelry.

Hello!

My name is Imani Black. I’m an award-winning photographer, creative director, and curator based in Charlotte, NC, previously working out of Dallas, TX.

I specialize in photography and videography for events, portraits, brand visuals, and behind-the-scenes moments that bring ideas to life through strategy, culture, and storytelling.

Founder of Imani Black Studios. Available for commissioned projects worldwide.

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Services

Through Imani Black Studios, I partner with brands and individuals to bring ideas to life. Explore the service that best fits your vision.

Looking for something beyond the listed services? Reach out to explore how Imani Black Studios can bring your vision to life.

  • Professional visuals that capture stories, elevate brands, and create lasting impressions.

  • Curated experiences that connect audiences, spotlight talent, and bring communities together.

  • From concept to execution, we guide the creative process to deliver polished, high-quality results.

  • Tailored strategies to position your brand with clarity, creativity, and influence.

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New Case Study

In April 2025, I launched my largest exhibition to date, Cyber Dallas, inspired by Imani’s Cyber Fantasy and centered on digi-tech, futurism, and cultural storytelling.

This case study outlines the creative, curatorial, and logistical work behind the exhibition, including fashion photography, runway logistics, art placement, and production strategy.

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Cultural Recognition

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In November 2024, I was recognized as an influential leader in the arts through the inaugural Deep Ellum People campaign, presented by the Deep Ellum Community Association.

The campaign celebrated leaders shaping Dallas’ historic arts and entertainment district.

As part of the recognition, I was featured on a large-scale public banner and A-frame displays in the Deep Ellum neighborhood.

The banner installation ran from November 2024 through March 2025.

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