JJ McQueen’s photographic work spotlighting Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott for The Quintessential Gentleman is a masterclass in visual storytelling. Shot by McQueen and styled under Eric Keith’s direction, the series is featured in the magazine’s Juneteenth issue, celebrating Scott as “Baltimore’s Change Maker”  .

McQueen’s images embrace refined elegance and bold narrative. They frame the mayor in settings that speak to both his personal evolution and civic mission— from intimate portraits hinting at fatherhood and introspection to authoritative compositions reinforcing his role as a transformative leader .

This collaboration captures the duality of Scott’s presence: a grounded community voice, yet visionary in his ambitions. McQueen’s use of warm tones and deliberate textures elevates Scott’s image beyond mere documentation—these are visuals rich in sentiment and symbolism, reflecting themes of Black excellence, legacy, and empowerment at the heart of the magazine’s narrative .

Overall, JJ McQueen delivers a compelling visual essay—portraits that are stylish, intimate, and purposeful—perfectly embodying The Quintessential Gentleman’s ethos while offering a memorable and dignified portrayal of Mayor Scott’s leadership and identity.