Instagram story viewer> @lightpost_co> Tagged

lightpost_co

@lightpost_co

1.1K

followers

454

following

👇Nurturing talent
📈Freelance & Arts Career Development
📱Promotion & Opportunities
🎭Acting, Writing, Filmaking Workshops
Sponsored by @blackpoundsorg

POSTS STORIES REELS TAGGED

51

12

I'm proud to say I brought the @lightpost_co debut fashion showcase to life for a sold-out audience.

As co-organiser and host of the night, it was a privilege to bring together a collective of emerging creatives from across the Midlands, presenting a range of cultures through original garments and artistic expression.

We celebrated the vision and individuality of local young fashion designers, highlighting this generations innovators and cultural torch-bearers.

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported this milestone event. Your presence helped make the evening a memorable success.

Photo by @kas_mcmxcix

58

5

@lightpost_co fashion showcase B-Roll💃🏻📸✨
#behindthescenes #fashionshow #curvymodel #explore

soft launching my model era!!!💃🏻♥️✨
-first runway for Light Post Arts Debut Fashion Showcase, Birmingham UK.

Wearing designs by ByRii @1byrii showcasing his brilliant five-piece ready-to-wear collection last Saturday, titled: ‘Home away from Home’
Inspired by the vibrance of his culture and community.

Featured models @meeminoaka @kiralei__ @kodou.x2o @lidia_abeso @imfaatir @4llysa.__
Fashion Stylist @o5kshd
Photography @kas_mcmxcix @alessiaclapa @ulbnklb @dzyjpg @marveeregie @meemimultimedia
Event organisers @yokiowalker @1byrii @lightpost_co
Partnered with @captivating_club
Location @tricornhouse @tricorn_cafe

81

6

Naturally

Such an amazing experience walking in Lightpost Arts’ Cultural Runway and modelling these incredible designs.❤️

Outfit Designed and Styled by: @1byrii
Fashion stylist: @o5kshd
Hosted by: @lightpost_co @yokiowalker
📸: @ulbnklb @priyathesniper

#runway#runwayshow#scoutme#models

239

36

72

3

'Waterloo Wonder'

An unreleased cover from LP Spring 2025, featuring @corymcclane following his breakout rise on @waterlooroad. Through his portrayal of Ashton Stone in series fifteen and continuing as a series regular in series sixteen, Mcclane has quickly established himself as one of the most compelling emerging actors of his generation, with his performance earning a 2025 Nation Film Award nomination for Best Newcomer.

Creative Direction & Art Direction by @yokiowalker
Produced by @liaisabellawalker
Featured talent @corymcclane wearing @withoutdoubt.byrii @adidas
Fashion Director @1byrii LP Spring magazine cover featuring actor Cory McClane, known for playing Ashton Stone in Waterloo Road. Editorial cover art directed by Yokio Walker for Lightpost Arts, showcasing contemporary magazine design, portrait photography, and creative direction.

78

2

🎭 Interested in film & theatre?

A fully funded opportunity for young men (16–30) from Black, Asian and other Global Majority communities.
Create. Perform. Be Seen.

@therepbirmingham

Deadline to apply - 1st April

📲 Comment ‘Create’ below and we’ll DM more info

Or

🔗hit link in bio to apply!

#film #theatre #youngmen #arts

122

19

Looking for a space to host something? 👀

Our space is open for:
• Workshops
• Pop-ups
• Small gatherings

✨ During opening hours
If you’re running a free workshop or community gathering, you’re welcome to use the space.

✨ Paid or ticketed events
We just ask for a small contribution from ticket sales to support the upkeep of the space.

✨ Outside normal hours
You can hire the space or explore our ambassador programme.

We’ve created this space to be used — whether that’s something creative, collaborative, or community-led.

📩 Get in touch via the enquiry form (link in bio)
or just drop us a DM

35

0

🎭 Calling Actors, Writers, Performers & Storytellers (Aged 16–30)
From Global Majority communities in Birmingham

We’re launching a new Theatre & Wellbeing Project at @therepbirmingham, a creative space for young men to connect, create and share their stories.

Whether you’re an aspiring actor, writer, performer, filmmaker or creative, this project is an opportunity to explore theatre, storytelling and spoken word while developing your creative voice.

Across weekly sessions you will:

✨ Work with a professional theatre practitioner, filmmaker and wellbeing specialist
🎬 Take part in creating a short documentary film sharing your experiences
🎭 Explore themes of identity, isolation, loneliness and wellbeing through performance
🤝 Meet other creatives and collaborate in a supportive space
🎤 Develop skills in acting, storytelling, writing and creative expression

No professional experience required, just curiosity and a willingness to create.

📅 Starts: Wednesday 15 April
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:30pm (weekly)
📍 Location: Birmingham Rep

⚠️ Limited places available

Register your interest via the link in our bio.

🗓 Application deadline: W/C 30 March
(The form may close earlier if spaces fill)

For more information:
📧 CJ@blackpoundsproject.com

Please share with anyone who might benefit.

Kindly funded by The Baring Foundation

#BirminghamRep #BlackPoundsProject #TheatreForChange #GlobalMajority #Actors Writers Performers YoungCreatives

29

0

Finalist. 🏆

I’m incredibly proud to share that I’ve been named a Finalist for the Inspirational Youth Awards 2026. This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and impact behind everything I’ve been building the past year.

Public voting is now officially open. If you’ve supported the journey, believed in the vision, or witnessed the work firsthand, I’d truly appreciate your vote. Link in bio

Let’s bring this home 💪🏾
@inspirationalyouthawards #InspirationalYouthAwards #IYA2026 #Finalist

47

7

YOUNG LEADER OF THE YEAR – FINALISTS ANNOUNCED!

We are proud to announce the finalists for the Young Leader of the Year award at the Inspirational Youth Awards 2026.

This category celebrates exceptional young individuals who are stepping forward, taking responsibility and leading with vision, integrity and purpose. Whether in education, community, business or social change, these finalists are already making a powerful impact.

YOUNG LEADER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:

✨ Angel Ahlawat
✨ Dyane Koane Wong – University of Northampton
✨ Isabel Candir – University of Leeds
✨ Khadija Bashar – Anti-Racism Initiative
✨ Mia Lippolis
✨ Moses Lukela – Young VisionariesUK CIC
✨ Nawal Jeilani Sheikh Bin-Sheikh – Simmons and Simmons LLP
✨ Oreoluwa Ajayi – King Edward VI Five Ways School
✨ Riely Connor – Birmingham United
✨ Ryan Matope
✨ Wafi Hanafee – The Appversity Network
✨ Yokio Walker – Lightpost Arts

Each of these young leaders embodies confidence, courage and commitment — inspiring others and driving positive change in their communities and beyond.

🗳️ Voting is now open – show your support!
Public votes do contribute to the final result. However, the judges’ primary focus remains the strength, depth and evidence detailed within the original nomination forms.

Join us on Saturday 25.04.26 in Birmingham to celebrate these outstanding young leaders and all of our finalists. Book your place now and be part of an inspiring and unforgettable evening.

Congratulations and good luck to you all!

#IYA26 #FutureInAction

41

1

How’d I do? @lightpost_co to check out the magazine cover
@1byrii & @stylistrii
•
•
•
#stylist #byrii #reels #fashion

71

9