Curated group experiences rooted in culture, community, and content, preserving real Black life through stock videos and photos.

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What’s a Film Trip?

Film Trips is a curated event series to preserve, amplify, and celebrate Black culture through intentional gatherings that turn real-life moments into powerful stock video content.

Our curated social experiences is where community, creativity, and culture meet. Every activation brings people together around a unique theme to celebrate, connect, and co-create powerful visual content that reflects the richness of Black life and creativity.

Film Trips is a creative movement at the intersection of visibility and legacy, where culture is lived, documented, and preserved—one story, one moment, one lens at a time.

Film Trips’ Core Values

  • Celebrate Culture

    Every Film Trip centers around a unique theme that uplifts creativity, identity, and self-expression. From street style and sacred spaces to beach vibes, business settings, and seasonal energy, each environment is thoughtfully curated to honor the richness and everyday brilliance of Black culture.

  • Cultivate Community

    Film Trips are designed to build real connections. Whether you’re just stepping into your creative journey or you’re a seasoned visionary, you’ll find a welcoming space to meet, collaborate, and form meaningful relationships with like-minded individuals who value authenticity, growth, and representation.

  • Create Content

    Each Film Trip is intentionally designed to capture professional stock video and photo content that reflects the spirit and energy of the experience. Through candid moments, themed adventures, and group conversations, every attendee contributes to a growing archive of authentic Black representation, preserved through Black Stock Footage.

Why Film Trips Matter.

Film Trips were created by Imani Lenz as a bridge between real community connection and authentic content creation. Each event contributes to a growing archive of professional stock videos and photos for Black Stock Footage—helping shift how Black life is seen, shared, and celebrated across media.

At every Film Trip, you’ll experience:

  • A thoughtfully designed, themed adventure

  • Real opportunities to connect with community

  • The chance to be photographed and filmed authentically

  • Group activities and conversations that feed creativity

  • A high-vibe, welcoming, intentional space

  • Professional stock footage and photos captured with love

How It Works

Step 1:
RSVP for the upcoming Film Trip and sign the talent release form

Step 2:
Receive confirmation and details about the theme, time, and location.

Step 3:
Show up ready to experience, create, and connect—no modeling experience needed, just your authentic self! Do not wear logos or branded clothing.

Step 4:
Participate in group activities and community conversations designed to naturally create beautiful visuals.

Step 5:
Receive access to curated content after the event — selected images and clips will be shared with you, and the full library will contribute to the Black Stock Footage platform.

Past Film Trips

Film Trip: Creative Meetup & Discussion

Film Trip Hosts: Imani Lenz Local Sponsors:

We hosted a Film Trip to bring together creatives from diverse backgrounds and industries to connect, share, and reflect on the current state of creativity across fields.

The experience blended intentional networking with open dialogue—celebrating the diversity of thought, skill level, and expression within our creative community. As part of the experience, Imani Lenz shared select pieces of his original music, adding another layer of creative storytelling and sonic energy to the space.

It was a gathering grounded in inspiration, collaboration, and honoring the many ways creativity shows up in our work and lives.

Film Trip: Afro-Royalty Dinner Party

Film Trip Hosts: Imani Lenz | Cariblend Juices and Cafe

Local Sponsors:

We hosted a Film Trip to bring together neighbors and community members in celebration of Afro-Royalty.

Set in an intimate, dinner-style gathering, attendees shared stories, connected through meaningful conversation, and reflected on how they honor and celebrate their Afro-heritage. The experience was a beautiful blend of culture, connection, and creative expression—captured through intentional visuals and storytelling.

 FAQs

  • A Film Trip is a curated event experience where culture, community, and content come together. We gather in themed spaces to celebrate Black creativity, build real connections, and create powerful stock video and photo content that reflects the richness of Black life.

  • Some events will be free and some events will be paid. Submit your info to get notified of upcoming events.

  • Some Film Trips are free with RSVP, while others may have a small participation fee to cover event costs.
    Note: If there’s a fee, it helps cover venue, food, staffing, and professional media production.

  • There are no refunds, unless the event gets canceled completely if there is not another date to reschedule time.

  • No, you don’t have to be a professional video creator, but you do have to be serious about wanting to create content and build a monetized portfolio on the Black Stock Footage platform.

  • Yes. all attendees must sign a talent release form to participate.

  • Film Trips are open to anyone who values culture, community, and creative expression. You don’t need to be a professional model, influencer, or entrepreneur—just bring your authentic self and an open heart.

  • Just yourself! Depending on the theme, you may be encouraged to dress a certain way (e.g., neutral colors, cultural attire, beachwear) to align with the visual style of the event. We’ll provide any specific details in your confirmation email.

  • Yes! After the event, you’ll receive access to a curated collection of professional photos and video clips featuring you and the community. Selected visuals will also contribute to Black Stock Footage’s growing archive of authentic Black representation.

  • Captured content will be used to build the Black Stock Footage library—a platform dedicated to providing authentic, diverse visuals for brands, media outlets, and storytellers who need real, representative content.
    By participating, you’re helping shape how Black life is seen and celebrated across the world.

  • Absolutely. There’s no pressure to perform or pose. Film Trips are about capturing natural, real moments of connection, creativity, and community. You can participate at whatever level feels good for you.

  • Because Film Trips are designed to create professional stock content, we ask every participant to sign a content release form.
    This gives us permission to professionally film, photograph, and share the moments captured during the event—both for your personal access and to help grow the Black Stock Footage library, a platform dedicated to authentic Black representation.

  • By signing the release form, you agree to:

    • Allow your image, voice, and likeness to appear in professional photos and videos captured during the Film Trip.

    • Permit us (Black Stock Footage and Imani Lenz) to use the captured content for marketing, distribution, and licensing through the Black Stock Footage platform and associated media.

    It does not allow third parties to misuse or misrepresent your image.

  • Participation in the filmed and photographed activities is part of the full Film Trip experience. If you prefer not to appear on camera, we kindly recommend holding off on attending until a future offering designed specifically for private or non-filmed gatherings.

    (We want everyone to feel comfortable and aligned with the purpose of each trip.)

Imani Lenz

✨ Consent Culture at Film Trips

At Film Trips, your presence is powerful—and your consent is sacred.

Every experience is rooted in celebration, respect, and empowerment. By attending, you agree to be part of our visual storytelling and to have your image, voice, and energy captured with care.
This shared creativity helps build an authentic, lasting archive of Black culture through Black Stock Footage—preserving the beauty, brilliance, and diversity of our community.

We believe that true representation starts with trust.
If you ever have questions, concerns, or simply want to understand more before participating, our team is here to listen and support you.

Thank you for co-creating with us—your story deserves to be seen, heard, and honored.