CINIC Studio
collaborating, creating, and sharing in Mohkinstsis, Treaty 7
From Turtle Island to Palestine - Keep colonial hands off Indigenous lands.
A simple message, universally felt.
We are all treaty people and we must all continue learning and growing together to help mend these lifelong wounds and lasting effects of so-called Canada’s systemic genocide of our First Nations. Please find resources on the product page to continue learning / growing / understanding how to implement action.
Show your support with options of vinyl stickers and/or Indigiqueer made t-shirt designed and hand printed in Moh’kins’tsis Treaty 7 Territory by Indigiqueer artist Blake McLeod.
All prints are hand-pulled screen prints, all designs created by us!
In addition to providing creative services to the community, CINIC Studio creates a wide range of fine art — much of which is available for purchase in our shop!
ONE STUDIO. Many means of making.
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Screen Printing
CINIC Studio excels in custom screen printing, providing a wide range of apparel customization options. We can help you create personalized T-shirts, hoodies, totes, and posters featuring high-quality hand-pulled prints.
Whether you have a clear idea in mind, or just a starting concept - we can help you with ordering blank garments/materials, preparing your design for stencil creation, mixing custom ink colours, and delivering finished prints locally in Mohkinstsis (colonially known as Calgary, AB).
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Sticker Design & Production
Let’s be real, people LOVE stickers! Whether it’s promoting art, a band, an organization, an event, or really, anything you can think of - stickers are a fantastic cost-effective promotion vehicle.
Ultra-fast production, high quality vinyl stickers, tested to last up to 5 years outdoors. Tough enough to live alongside you on your favourite waterbottle!
Print your designs OR create custom designs.
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Photography
You’ve done the hard work of planning an event or performance, don’t forget the important step of archiving your efforts!
Professional photography services include capturing events and performances, portraits and headshots, product and promotional photography.
Moments are fleeting but a photograph is forever.
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Video Production
When it comes to videography, we have you covered with carefully crafted production and story-telling for a variety of purposes.
We love to create music videos, long-form and short-form promotional videos, interviews, event coverage and recap, and more!
We bring your ideas to life through collaboration, captivating visuals, and honest narratives.
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Illustration & Graphics
Needing illustration, visual identities, marketing materials, or publication design? Look no further! We focus on constructing visuals that will engage viewers while remaining consistent your brand's values and aesthetics.
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Publication Layout & Design
Sharing long-form written information in an engaging manner can feel overwhelming!
Whether it’s a literary journal, community report, or a zine, we love organizing your thoughts into an inviting document woven together with easy readability, colour, and consistent branding.
Publication printing also available.
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Web Design
Having social media is great, but nothing backs your message quite like a strong website.
We create websites that are engaging for viewers, accessible in design, optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile browsing. We emphasize the importance of setting up website owners with tools they understand.
If you’re starting from scratch, needing a web tune up, or wanting a total rebuild - CINIC Studio is happy to meet you where you’re at!
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Workshop Facilitation
Sharing is caring! We believe that’s especially true when it comes to knowledge and methods of making.
CINIC Studio has facilitated both Zine Making and Screen Printing workshops for adults and youth.
Is there something you’d love to learn and share with your community or class? Let’s make it happen!
why work with us?
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Skilled in screen printing, illustration & digital design, photography, and videography, we offer an integrated approach to your creative projects, ensuring seamless coordination and consistency.
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CINIC Studio values collaboration and actively involves clients in the creative process, ensuring that your ideas and feedback are integral to the final product.
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We emphasize personalized creative solutions. Whether you need custom prints, marketing materials, stunning photos, or engaging videos, we’re committed to bringing your vision to life.
client reviews
‘Here’ a music video by CINIC Studio for ONE VOICE CHORUS
Premiered for Trans Day of Remembrance: Mar 31, 2024
Artistic Director: Cass Bessette Collaborative Pianist: Melissa Ko Piano Track: John Morgan Audio Recording: John Morgan & Cass Bessette at Morgan Music Audio Mix & Mastering: John Morgan & Cass Bessette at Morgan Music Film Director/Producer: Blake McLeod at CINIC STUDIO Camera 1: Blake McLeod Camera 2: Adam Steel
ARC’TERYX
In August 2021, CINIC Studio had the opportunity to silkscreen two original designs on two different sized totes (made by The Market Bags) in store at Arc'Teryx in Chinook Centre in Calgary, AB. This event was during pride month and highlighted Blake McLeod as a Indigiqueer artist. Proceeds from tote bag sales went to Skipping Stone Foundation
Pictured above is the design created by CINIC Studio for the large tote. to the left is a video created by Adam Steel Creative.
in the studio
How is a multi-color print made? Come along to see the exposing of screens, registration on the press, and production!
CINIC Studio had the privilege of printing this wicked graphic designed by Amanda Kwong for a local production in Mohkinstsis, The F Word.
This graphic was printed on canvas totes, shirts and sweaters.
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