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Katrina Taggart on Photography, Inspiration & Starting Up

Katrina Taggart is a professional photographer based here at Blick Shared Studios, Belfast (Malone) and a member of the 140 Second Club.  She chatted with us about her inspirations, her photography and what advice she would give to startups! About Katrina:...
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When side projects become so much more: Jessica Hische

Side projects are often the ideas lurking in a dusty book on your shelf, or a folder on your computer from a few years ago -and this is often where they end up because of our hectic lives.  Some creatives are seeing...
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An interview with illustrator Paul Howard

One of our newest residents at Blick Shared Studios (Hill St.) is Paul Howard, Illustrator & Author.  With several published works and specialising in children's illustration, Paul has a wealth of experience. Here is a short interview with him and a few tips for...
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Share 6: Creating A Brand With Integrity

Our latest Share 6 event on the topic of  "Creating a brand with integrity" was held at Blick, 46 Hill St.  The 6 speakers came from a range of creative businesses and spoke about their personal reflections on integrity - what it...
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The Burning Question: Our highlights

We learned a lot last night at the design panel and discussion "The Burning Question." Our 3 brilliant speakers Paul Ryding, Anita Murphy and Christopher Murphy came from illustration, product and graphic design backgrounds and each brought their wealth of knowledge and experience...
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After a brilliant first event on Monday at Charlie’s pizza we are delighted to launch our 2nd Food Loves Design event. This time in collaboration with @fadastudio.co @wearemaven_ and @ninesquaredcoffee

From illustration and branding to interiors and experiences, Food Loves Design celebrates the role of design in shaping how we experience food and hospitality. This event series invites the wider public to explore the creativity, ideas and thinking behind the places, brands and experiences we love, in a way that is joyful, accessible and interactive.

Our second event takes place on Tuesday 17th November, bringing together FADA Studio, Maven and Nine Squared for an insight into the world of interior design. Discover how the three came together to bring Nine Squared to life, from the initial ideas and creative vision through to the design and delivery of the space. Hear about the collaborative process, the thinking behind the interiors and how thoughtful design can shape the way we experience a place.

Event details:
Date: Tues 17th Nov
Time: 5.30 - 7.00pm
Venue: Nine Squared, Queen Street, Belfast
Cost: £20 (incl refreshments) there are also 5 free places for those on a low income

Book on the Blick website

https://blickstudios.org/events/14866/

Nov 3

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After a brilliant first event on Monday at Charlie’s pizza we are delighted to launch our 2nd Food Loves Design event. This time in collaboration with @fadastudio.co @wearemaven_ and @ninesquaredcoffee From illustration and branding to interiors and experiences, Food Loves Design celebrates the role of design in shaping how we experience food and hospitality. This event series invites the wider public to explore the creativity, ideas and thinking behind the places, brands and experiences we love, in a way that is joyful, accessible and interactive. Our second event takes place on Tuesday 17th November, bringing together FADA Studio, Maven and Nine Squared for an insight into the world of interior design. Discover how the three came together to bring Nine Squared to life, from the initial ideas and creative vision through to the design and delivery of the space. Hear about the collaborative process, the thinking behind the interiors and how thoughtful design can shape the way we experience a place. Event details: Date: Tues 17th Nov Time: 5.30 - 7.00pm Venue: Nine Squared, Queen Street, Belfast Cost: £20 (incl refreshments) there are also 5 free places for those on a low income Book on the Blick website https://blickstudios.org/events/14866/

Just under a week until our first Food Loves Design event in Charlie`s Pizza!

The first event takes place next Monday 2nd November at 3pm, bringing together Hundred Studio and Charlie’s Pizza for a collaborative evening exploring the design behind the brand. Hundred Studio will share how they developed Charlie’s Pizza’s identity, putting culture and community at the heart of the process. Expect insights into the creative process, interactive elements and of course pizza!

Hundred Studio is an independent creative business that only cares about big ideas.

Charlie`s is a neighbourhood pizzeria on Belfast`s Ormeau Road. It was founded by Marty Duggan, formerly known as Pi Guy, and has served thousands and thousands of slices of pizza since opening in 2024, partnering with local charities and community groups on fundraisers, events and more.

�Normal ticket prices are £20 which includes pizza and a soft drink and there are also 5 free local income tickets for anyone with a passion for design who can`t afford a ticket!

�You can book tickets on the Blick or Belfast Design Week website`s:

��https://blickstudios.org/events/food-loves-design-hundred-studio-x-charlies-pizza/#booking�

��https://belfastdesignweek.com/bdw26events/2026/11/2/food-loves-design

Oct 27

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Just under a week until our first Food Loves Design event in Charlie's Pizza! The first event takes place next Monday 2nd November at 3pm, bringing together Hundred Studio and Charlie’s Pizza for a collaborative evening exploring the design behind the brand. Hundred Studio will share how they developed Charlie’s Pizza’s identity, putting culture and community at the heart of the process. Expect insights into the creative process, interactive elements and of course pizza! Hundred Studio is an independent creative business that only cares about big ideas. Charlie's is a neighbourhood pizzeria on Belfast's Ormeau Road. It was founded by Marty Duggan, formerly known as Pi Guy, and has served thousands and thousands of slices of pizza since opening in 2024, partnering with local charities and community groups on fundraisers, events and more. �Normal ticket prices are £20 which includes pizza and a soft drink and there are also 5 free local income tickets for anyone with a passion for design who can't afford a ticket! �You can book tickets on the Blick or Belfast Design Week website's: ��https://blickstudios.org/events/food-loves-design-hundred-studio-x-charlies-pizza/#booking� ��https://belfastdesignweek.com/bdw26events/2026/11/2/food-loves-design