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Celebrating the incredible women 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ shaping our world From creators 2 changemakers, we honor the rebels with style & soul.

Brand Owner: Candice "CJ" Johnson OFFICIAL MERCH ONLY sold at Off The Wall Boutique & Local Celesbian

10/11/2026

Love deserves to be seen. And every person deserves the dignity of living authentically. 🌈🤍

Today, October 11, we recognize National Coming Out Day a day celebrating LGBTQ+ visibility, authenticity, and the freedom to live openly, on your own terms.

These photographs tell a story of two women choosing each other, surrounded by love, support, and the people who showed up to celebrate their relationship.

I was hired to do their wedding hair and makeup at Gordon Springs Farm in Purcellville, Virginia. I brought my camera along, too, and captured some of the beautiful, unscripted moments unfolding behind the scenes.

The anticipation before the ceremony. The friends standing beside them. The happiness on their faces as they walked down the aisle.

Moments like these remind us why representation matters.

For some LGBTQ+ people, living openly is a joyful experience. For others, coming out can be complicated, deeply personal, or simply not safe. There is no single right way to live your truth, and everyone deserves respect, dignity, and the freedom to define their own journey.

Today, we celebrate le***an love, q***r joy, LGBTQ+ relationships, and the beauty of being seen and loved for who you are.

This is the heart behind LOCAL LOVE—making space for le***an love stories, LGBTQ+ weddings, engagements, anniversaries, and the everyday moments that deserve to be remembered.

Because our stories matter. Our love matters. And we all deserve a world where we can live authentically and with dignity. 🤍

🌈 Happy National Coming Out Day.

What's one thing you wish more people understood about the LGBTQ+ community? Share your thoughts below, or send this post to someone who needs the reminder that they deserve to be loved exactly as they are. 🫶🏾

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06/12/2026

🌈 What if spirituality didn't require you to leave any part of yourself behind?

Introduction to Nichiren Buddhism—a welcoming opportunity to learn about a Buddhist philosophy centered on dignity, courage, and the limitless potential within every person.

📍 DC Buddhist Center
3417 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

📅 Sunday, June 28
⏰ 10:30 AM

Whether you're LGBTQ+, an ally, Buddhist, spiritual, or simply curious, this could be a meaningful space to explore new perspectives and connect with others.

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06/08/2026

⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: This post discusses homicide, violence, and an unsolved murder case.

🚨 UNSOLVED. UNFORGOTTEN.

Katherine "Katie" Janness was a beloved partner, friend, and member of Atlanta's LGBTQ+ community.

On July 28, 2021, Katie and her dog Bowie were found murdered in Piedmont Park, one of Atlanta's most popular public spaces.

Nearly four years later, no arrests have been made.

According to investigators, Katie suffered more than 50 stab wounds. Authorities also revealed that the word "FAT" had been carved into her chest.

The brutality of the attack shocked the community and led many to question whether bias may have played a role. However, investigators have never publicly classified the case as a hate crime.

Despite the disturbing nature of the crime, Katie's case has received far less national attention than many believe it deserves.

Today, the case remains active.

💰 The reward for information has increased to $25,000.

If you have information, contact the Atlanta Police Homicide Unit at (404) 546-4235 or Crime Stoppers Atlanta at (404) 577-TIPS.

📌 Full case details, timeline, sources, and tip information are linked in my bio.

👇🏾 Help make sure Katie's name is remembered. Comment: "Never Forgotten."
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🕯️ Say Her Name: Katherine "Katie" Janness
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06/07/2026

POV: Your Black-owned, woman-owned, le***an-owned business just got officially recognized by Washington, DC. 👀🏳️‍🌈✊🏾

We’re excited to share that our business ***an has been approved for the Made in DC Certification Program through the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD). 🎉

This certification recognizes businesses that design, produce, and create right here in Washington, DC and we’re proud to represent the creativity, resilience, and diversity that makes this city special.

As a Black-owned, woman-owned, and le***an-owned business, this milestone means even more. It’s a reminder that our stories, our community, and our work deserve to be seen and celebrated.

From late nights to big dreams… this moment means everything. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who has supported, shared, and believed in what we’re building. This is a huge milestone and we’re just getting started. MUAH, CJ

Drop a 🖤🏳️‍🌈 in the comments if you love supporting Black-owned, women-owned, and LGBTQ+ businesses!

06/06/2026

🚨 UNPOPULAR PRIDE MONTH OPINION:

If you only show up for the community in June...Do you really support the community?

Every year, timelines fill with rainbows. Everyone talks about pride. Everyone posts about visibility + support

But what happens in July? What happens when LGBTQ+ businesses need customers? When LGBTQ+ creators need engagement? When LGBTQ+ stories need to be shared? When LGBTQ+ organizations need support?

Some of y'all are real quick to DM and ask to help promote an event by sharing, tagging or mentioning, but don't return the favor. Where is the reciprocity?

Community isn't seasonal.Community is consistency. Community is showing up and taking action. Community isn't selective. Community isn't competition.

***an, we don't just celebrate Pride Month.

We celebrate the people, stories, culture, and trailblazers who make this community what it is 365 days a year.

Because support isn't a hashtag.

Practice what you preach‼️

👇🏾 Let's talk about it:

What does real support for the LGBTQ+ community look like beyond Pride Month?

🏳️‍🌈 Save this post if you believe community deserves more than 30 days.

📲 Share it with someone who needs the reminder.

❤️ Follow ***an for LGBTQ+ stories, style, culture, and community all year long.

Happy Pride Month🏳️‍🌈😤. Love Y'all Muah. 💋

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05/13/2026

Hey Y'all Hey, 👋🏽

Y'all already know how we do..good music, good people, drinks flowing, laughs, and everybody feeling like cousins by the end of the night.

So on Friday, May 15th, I want EVERYBODY to pull up and celebrate with me and all my fellow Ta**us babies ♉✨

Nothing too fancy just real vibes, real people, and that old school kickback energy where everybody feels at home.

We taking over for Happy Hour from 6PM–11PM with sounds by DJ 24/7 🎶

Hosted by AND there’s NO COVER.

🗓 Friday May 15th

📍640 Rhode Island Ave. NE
Washington, D.C 2002

If you’ve ever laughed with me, worked with me, went to school with me, partied with me, supported me, or crossed paths with me in any way… this your official invite 🫶🏿❤️

Bring your people, tell a friend, repost this flyer, and come catch a vibe. Let’s make it feel like one of them nights you never want to end 🍻✨

Love Yall, See ya Soon. Muah, CJ 💋

04/21/2026

WAIT—this is who you should know this Le***an Visibility Week. 🌈 We celebrate🎊🎉🥂🤏🏾

Candice “CJ” Johnson is a filmmaker, producer, actress, and creative who has built her path from the ground up—learning every side of the industry and turning that experience into something bigger than herself.

She went on to create ***an as a space for real stories—centering le***an voices, stories, culture and everyday experiences that don’t always get the visibility they deserve.

Not for trends. Not for approval.
But because those stories matter.

CJ’s work is rooted in authenticity highlighting people as they are, and creating space for more of us to be seen. Be Known.

This Le***an Visibility Week, we’re honoring the multi-hyphenate woman behind it all—her vision, her consistency, and the impact she continues to make.

👉 Learn more about her journey: www.cjcreatez.com

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