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Cookie Policy

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Information collected

You do not have to give us information in order to use our website. However, we may need to collect certain details from you if, for example, you want to subscribe to our publications or apply for a job. We may collect the following information:

  • information you provide when completing subscription or contact forms on our website;
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  • information you provide when you participate in social media functions on our site.

If you apply online for a job or placement you may need to provide information about your education, employment, religious and/or racial background, and state of health. Your application will constitute your express consent to our use of this information to assess your application and to allow us to carry out any monitoring activities which may be required of us under applicable law as an employer.

Non identifiable personal information about visitors to the website is automatically logged for statistical purposes. This information may include your IP address, referral address, and technical information such as browser type and operating system.

Use of information

We use your information in order to provide you with information and services that you request from us or which we feel may interest you as permitted under applicable law, to respond to any online query from you, to maintain and develop our relationship with you, or, in the case of an application for a job or placement, to assess your application. This information will not be distributed, sold, traded or rented to a third party.

The right is reserved for us to use or disclose your personal information

  1. to satisfy any law, regulation, or legal request,
  2. to cooperate in any legal investigation,
  3. to protect the integrity of our site,
  4. where all or substantially all of the assets of Blick Studios are merged with or acquired by a third party, in which case your personal information may form part of the transferred or merged assets,
  5. where we sell or buy any business or assets, in which case we may disclose your personal information to the prospective seller or buyer of such business or assets,
  6. to parties with whom we have co-promotional arrangements e.g. jointly sponsored events.

Some of the third parties with whom we may share your personal information may be located outside your country or the country from which the data were provided. While such third parties will often be subject to privacy and confidentiality obligations, you accept that where lawful such obligations may differ from and be less stringent than the requirements of the privacy laws of the jurisdiction of origin.

Aggregated statistics about our website’s users, traffic patterns and related site information (non-identifiable personal information) may be passed on to reputable third-parties. Such statistical information will be used for the purpose of improving the website.

Unfortunately, the transmission of information via the internet is not completely secure. Although we will do our best to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee the security of your information transmitted to our site; any transmission is at your own risk.

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or, where you are lawfully entitled to do so, you wish to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you, or would like to make any changes to such information, please contact: info@www.blickstudios.org. If at any time you would like to stop receiving updates or other publications from us, please use the “unsubscribe” option included in the email or other material.

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* NEW EVENT - Blick Creative Talk – Ciaran Crudden Creative Director of The Last Brand *

Join us on Wednesday 15th October for our next Blick Creative Talk with past Blick creative resident Ciaran Crudden – founder and creative director of The Last Brand a creative studio committed to crafting brands that capture imaginations and inspire meaningful consumer interactions.

Ciaran is a senior creative with over 15 years’ experience across branding, experiential, art direction and motion design. His work focuses on uncovering the visual and verbal threads that connect and resonate with audiences. Known for bold ideas and thoughtful execution, Ciaran blends strategy with creativity to craft brand communications and experiences that are both distinctive and authentic.

In this talk, Ciaran will reflect on his creative journey, offering insights into different projects, valuable lessons learned, and the real-world experience of running an independent creative studio. You can find out more about Ciaran and see his work on his website The Last Brand https://www.thelastbrand.co.uk/

EVENT DETAILS:

Event Date(s): October 15, 2025
Event Time: 7.00 -8.00 pm
Location: 46 Hill Street, Belfast, BT1 2LB
Cost: Free

Book your place on the events page of our website (link in profile or below)

https://blickstudios.org/events/blick-creative-talk-ciaran-crudden-creative-director-of-the-last-brand/

Sep 15

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* NEW EVENT - Blick Creative Talk – Ciaran Crudden Creative Director of The Last Brand * Join us on Wednesday 15th October for our next Blick Creative Talk with past Blick creative resident Ciaran Crudden – founder and creative director of The Last Brand a creative studio committed to crafting brands that capture imaginations and inspire meaningful consumer interactions. Ciaran is a senior creative with over 15 years’ experience across branding, experiential, art direction and motion design. His work focuses on uncovering the visual and verbal threads that connect and resonate with audiences. Known for bold ideas and thoughtful execution, Ciaran blends strategy with creativity to craft brand communications and experiences that are both distinctive and authentic. In this talk, Ciaran will reflect on his creative journey, offering insights into different projects, valuable lessons learned, and the real-world experience of running an independent creative studio. You can find out more about Ciaran and see his work on his website The Last Brand https://www.thelastbrand.co.uk/ EVENT DETAILS: Event Date(s): October 15, 2025 Event Time: 7.00 -8.00 pm Location: 46 Hill Street, Belfast, BT1 2LB Cost: Free Book your place on the events page of our website (link in profile or below) https://blickstudios.org/events/blick-creative-talk-ciaran-crudden-creative-director-of-the-last-brand/

* NEW EVENT- Digital Brunch: Creative Audio for Beginners *

Homewerk @homewerk.project and Blick Shared Studios present an occasional series of relaxed Saturday morning meet-ups for creatives, communicators and the digitally curious, to explore practical skills, emerging trends, and fresh ideas in digital media.

Are you curious about how to bring stories to life through sound? In this session we’ll be joined by radio and audio producer Owen McFadden from WhyFi Productions, who’ll draw on his experience of creating award-winning audio for BBC Radio Ulster, Radio 4 and more, to give insights into the basics of recording, editing, and shaping audio into compelling listening. Whether you’re curious about podcasting, oral history, or creative soundscapes, this session will give you time and inspiration to think about the potential and power of audio.

WORKSHOP DETAILS

Date: Saturday 25th October
Time: 10.00am – 12.15pm
Location: Blick Studios, Hill Street, Belfast
Cost: £15.00

For more info and to book tickets visit the events page of our website (link below and in profile

https://blickstudios.org/events/digital-brunch-creative-audio-for-beginners/

Sep 12

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* NEW EVENT- Digital Brunch: Creative Audio for Beginners * Homewerk @homewerk.project and Blick Shared Studios present an occasional series of relaxed Saturday morning meet-ups for creatives, communicators and the digitally curious, to explore practical skills, emerging trends, and fresh ideas in digital media. Are you curious about how to bring stories to life through sound? In this session we’ll be joined by radio and audio producer Owen McFadden from WhyFi Productions, who’ll draw on his experience of creating award-winning audio for BBC Radio Ulster, Radio 4 and more, to give insights into the basics of recording, editing, and shaping audio into compelling listening. Whether you’re curious about podcasting, oral history, or creative soundscapes, this session will give you time and inspiration to think about the potential and power of audio. WORKSHOP DETAILS Date: Saturday 25th October Time: 10.00am – 12.15pm Location: Blick Studios, Hill Street, Belfast Cost: £15.00 For more info and to book tickets visit the events page of our website (link below and in profile https://blickstudios.org/events/digital-brunch-creative-audio-for-beginners/

* NEW EVENT- Creative Brunch with Innovate UK Business Growth *

Join us at Blick Studios for a vibrant morning of inspiration, meaningful connections, and a delicious brunch curated by Yellow Door!

This exclusive session is your chance to hear directly from some of our most exciting creative companies as they share their innovation journeys from early-stage to scaling success!

What to Expect:

Insight into funding opportunities, including grants and investment support

Strategic guidance to help shape your business journey!

International growth and innovation management advice

A chance to meet your local Innovate UK Business Growth team and fellow creatives

This is your opportunity to connect with the Innovate UK Business Growth team, gain strategic insights, and explore new possibilities for your business.

Spaces are limited, so come hungry—for ideas and brunch—and secure your spot today.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Wednesday 8 October 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Blick Studio, Hill Street, Belfast
Breakfast by: Yellow Door

For more details and to book your free place visit our website link below and in profile

 https://blickstudios.org/events/creative-brunch-with-innovate-uk-business-growth/

#innovateukbusinessgrowth

Sep 10

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* NEW EVENT- Creative Brunch with Innovate UK Business Growth * Join us at Blick Studios for a vibrant morning of inspiration, meaningful connections, and a delicious brunch curated by Yellow Door! This exclusive session is your chance to hear directly from some of our most exciting creative companies as they share their innovation journeys from early-stage to scaling success! What to Expect: Insight into funding opportunities, including grants and investment support Strategic guidance to help shape your business journey! International growth and innovation management advice A chance to meet your local Innovate UK Business Growth team and fellow creatives This is your opportunity to connect with the Innovate UK Business Growth team, gain strategic insights, and explore new possibilities for your business. Spaces are limited, so come hungry—for ideas and brunch—and secure your spot today. EVENT DETAILS Date: Wednesday 8 October 2025 Time: 10:30 AM Location: Blick Studio, Hill Street, Belfast Breakfast by: Yellow Door For more details and to book your free place visit our website link below and in profile  https://blickstudios.org/events/creative-brunch-with-innovate-uk-business-growth/ #innovateukbusinessgrowth

*NEW EVENT*

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Digital Brunch: Lessons From A Canva Addict
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Homewerk and Blick Shared Studios present an occasional series of relaxed Saturday morning meet-ups for creatives, communicators and the digitally curious, to explore practical skills, emerging trends, and fresh ideas in digital media.

Love it or loathe it, Canva is now well established as an essential tool for creating social media posts, presentations, branding and much more besides, making graphic design accessible to everyone. If your creative or business projects have made you something of an accidental designer through Canva, this relaxed morning taster workshop will revisit some of the basics of the platform and principles of design, and demonstrate some of the ways to make the most of Canva’s capabilities.

Workshop Details
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Date: Saturday 27th September
Time: 10.00am – 12.15pm
Location: Blick Studios, Hill Street, Belfast

Cost: £15.00

For more info and to book a ticket visit the events page of our website (link in profile and below)

https://blickstudios.org/events/digital-brunch-lessons-from-a-canva-addict/

Sep 9

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*NEW EVENT* ******************************************* Digital Brunch: Lessons From A Canva Addict ******************************************* Homewerk and Blick Shared Studios present an occasional series of relaxed Saturday morning meet-ups for creatives, communicators and the digitally curious, to explore practical skills, emerging trends, and fresh ideas in digital media. Love it or loathe it, Canva is now well established as an essential tool for creating social media posts, presentations, branding and much more besides, making graphic design accessible to everyone. If your creative or business projects have made you something of an accidental designer through Canva, this relaxed morning taster workshop will revisit some of the basics of the platform and principles of design, and demonstrate some of the ways to make the most of Canva’s capabilities. Workshop Details -————— Date: Saturday 27th September Time: 10.00am – 12.15pm Location: Blick Studios, Hill Street, Belfast Cost: £15.00 For more info and to book a ticket visit the events page of our website (link in profile and below) https://blickstudios.org/events/digital-brunch-lessons-from-a-canva-addict/

Some Monday Motivation from our latest `Meet the Resident` interview with portrait artist Rachael Armstrong @rachaelpaintsweddings

You can read Rachael`s full interview on our blog link in profile ✨️

Sep 8

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Some Monday Motivation from our latest 'Meet the Resident' interview with portrait artist Rachael Armstrong @rachaelpaintsweddings You can read Rachael's full interview on our blog link in profile ✨️

Love this space in the afternoon sun!

Aug 29

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Love this space in the afternoon sun!

A summary of some of our recent impact at Blick! We operate as a non-profit social enterprise and put any profits we make from our workspace and services back into supporting the creative community in Belfast 🪴 🌱 🌿

Aug 28

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A summary of some of our recent impact at Blick! We operate as a non-profit social enterprise and put any profits we make from our workspace and services back into supporting the creative community in Belfast 🪴 🌱 🌿

- - AVAILABLE CREATIVE WORKSPACE SOUTH BELFAST - -

�We have one dedicated deskspace coming available from the 1st September in our South Belfast shared creative coworking space:�

– South Belfast location close to the Lisburn Road with lots of shops, coffee shops and bars within walking distance

– £150 per dedicated desk with allocated storage all inclusive (rent, rates, utilities, broadband) no VAT

– 24 hour access

– Breakout area

– Minimum 3 months contract then on a rolling monthly contract

– 1 months rent required as a deposit

Email christine@blickstudios.org for more info or to arrange a viewing or visit the Great Northern Street Studios page of our website for more info (link below and in profile)

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Aug 27

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- - AVAILABLE CREATIVE WORKSPACE SOUTH BELFAST - - �We have one dedicated deskspace coming available from the 1st September in our South Belfast shared creative coworking space:� – South Belfast location close to the Lisburn Road with lots of shops, coffee shops and bars within walking distance – £150 per dedicated desk with allocated storage all inclusive (rent, rates, utilities, broadband) no VAT – 24 hour access – Breakout area – Minimum 3 months contract then on a rolling monthly contract – 1 months rent required as a deposit Email christine@blickstudios.org for more info or to arrange a viewing or visit the Great Northern Street Studios page of our website for more info (link below and in profile) �https://blickstudios.org/locations/great-northern-street/

A summary of our story at Blick from when we started way back in 2007, over 17 years ago. A steep learning curve that`s for sure!

Aug 21

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A summary of our story at Blick from when we started way back in 2007, over 17 years ago. A steep learning curve that's for sure!

Some words of wisdom to start your week from our latest Meet the Resident interview with Sarah Baecher, an artist from the U.S. and one of our newest Cotton Court residents!

You can read her full interview on our website link below and in profile https://blickstudios.org/blog/12724/

Aug 11

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Some words of wisdom to start your week from our latest Meet the Resident interview with Sarah Baecher, an artist from the U.S. and one of our newest Cotton Court residents! You can read her full interview on our website link below and in profile https://blickstudios.org/blog/12724/