Inkygoodness & Created in Birmingham present 'Midland Masters' - a series of three events featuring talks by local designers, illustrators and creative studios celebrating the creative talent of the Midlands and beyond, in association with Glug.

For the second edition of Glug Birmingham our focus turns to illustration and character design, presenting an evening of talks by leading artists and collectives at Digbeth warehouse venue Boxxed.

Expect creative workshops, live drawing, an exhibition, pop-up art market & street food vendors - located 2 minutes from The Custard Factory in the creative quarter of Digbeth; just a short stroll from the Bullring and Birmingham New Street station.

Speakers

Our six inspiring speakers from the Midlands & beyond:

Florence Blanchard / EMA + Bradbury & Blanchard Gallery

Sheffield based artist Florence Blanchard adopted the moniker ‘Ema’ in the early 90’s when she began spray-painting the walls of her hometown Montpellier (Fr), inspired by the worldwide graffiti phenomenon and its instantaneous appeal.

Utilizing acrylic, watercolor, silkscreen and spray-paint on canvas – Ema creates a world of abstract scenes populated by illustrative figures in a dream-like state. Now based in Sheffield where she co-owns Bradbury & Blanchard printing studio and gallery, she continues to explore themes of symbolism, and science fiction.

florenceblanchard.com

Ben Javens & Simon Peplow / The Outcrowd Collective

'The Outcrowd' is is a shambolic visual collection of hoodlums and battered psyches, born out of a basic obsession to create.

Not to be trusted with pen, paper or any other medium that can leave a mark. Initially formed amongst a group of friends, skateboarders, illustrators, designers, image-makers and lurkers. Ben Javens and Simon Peplow take the stage to share their stories.

theoutcrowdcollective.co.uk

Joel Millerchip, Kris Jones & Mr the Beef / Brothers of the Stripe

Brothers of the Stripe (BOTS) are a collection of illustrators, graphic designers and image makers from all corners of the UK.

With many major cities represented, we are able to support each other in presenting our collective works to the various regions. The BOTS are an all male team of movers and shakers, united by their devotion to their style and craft, support for each others and their willingness to play outside their comfort zones.

brothersofthestripe.co.uk

Dr Sophie Dauvois / OKIDO - The Arts and Science Magazine for Kids

OKIDO is the brainchild of multimedia designer and scientist, Dr Sophie Dauvois and illustrator Rachel Ortas, beautifully illustrated by contemporary artists and designers.

Inspired by their own experiences as parents, the magazine aims to provide stimulation and interest through colourful and engaging content. Co-founder Dr Sophie Dauvois will take to the Glug stage to discuss the challenges they face as an independent publication and their story so far.

okido.co.uk

Pop-Up Art Market

Alongside our speaker talks, our pop -up market returns stocking colourful prints, original artworks and handmade products by local illustrators and image-makers:

Illustrated Brum
illustratedbrum.co.uk

Bethany Thompson
bethanythompson.co.uk

Karoline Rerrie // Girls Who Draw
girlswhodraw.wordpress.com/

Sonny Ross
sonnyross.com

Working Clasp Jewellery
workingclasp.squarespace.com

Astro Black Collective
astroblackcollective.tictail.com

Lucy Sherston
lucysherston.com

Momiji BIG IDEAS Doodle Wall

Get your posca pens at the ready for a large scale collaborative doodling session with Momiji! To celebrate the launch of their brand new giant-sized Momiji doll you're invited to write or illustrate your own 'LIVE BOLDLY' mantra on their giant canvas.

There will also be a chance to win one of 25 dolls. PLUS find out how you could become one of Momiji's guest designers and have your character design turned into a real Momiji product!

lovemomiji.com

Live Drawing

We Are Beard
wearebeard.com

Lewis Moran
lewismoran.tumblr.com

Katie Tomlinson
katieltom.tumblr.com

Local Street Food Traders

We've inviting two of Birmingham's most popular street food vendors to join us at Glug Birmingham to serve up fresh, tasty bites in the Boxxed back yard throughout the evening!

Big Daddies Diner

Gourmet hotdogs & burgers, served with homemade slaws and sauces using only the freshest of ingredients, locally sourced where possible. Vegetarian options available.

bigdaddies.co.uk

Esmie’s Seafood Kitchen

Esmie's Seafood Kitchen does exactly what it says but with a Caribbean twist! Prawns, mussels, scallops, sea bass, lobster, salmon served with Esmie's special caribbean spicy sauce, fried dumplings stuffed with the seafood and salad, wrapped in nan, roti or flat bread or topped with steaming rice or pasta. On cold nights expect warming seafood chowder with crusty bread. Delicious!

After Party // Kouben // DJ set, 10.30pm - 1am

Listen: https://soundcloud.com/kouben

Venue // Boxxed

We're excited to be moving Glug Birmingham down the road to Digbeth venue Boxxed - established for hosting a variety of local art events including Secret Walls.

Boxxed is the ideal venue to host Glug Birmingham - with everything under one roof! Talks, workshops and our market will be in the main warehouse room, with live painting and food vendors in the outdoor courtyard and DJ's playing from 10.30pm till late.

Located at 104-108 Floodgate St, Birmingham, West Midlands B5 5SR

boxxed.co.uk

Tickets

• Early bird - £7.50 (ends on November 7th)
• Standard - £10 
• Glug pass* - £13 (Save £2) - Limited availability

*Inclusive access to the next two Glug 'Midland Masters events in November & March.

Upcoming speakers: Gavin Strange jamfactory.com LIFE Agency lifeagency.co.uk & Jonny Costello adultartclub.com

PLUS: Exclusive 'You Are A Work of Art' three colour screen print poster designed by Simon Peplow - FREE for the first 100 ticket holders!

Three colour print: Rich purple, blue & metallic silver, limited edition run of 100.  Designed by Simon Peplow and printed by White Duck Screen Print in Bath, U.K.

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Glug - More Notworking™ than Networking

Glug is a series of events for the design and creative community. Our showcase event is held in London but there are now 8 other events around the world.

Based around a series of talks and informal networking, Glug has become one of the most exciting, credible and well attended creative events around.

Established in 2007, it’s an eclectic mix of people from all creative walks of life; from advertising and graphic design through to fashion and architecture.

Glug started as a handful of mates talking shop in an East London pub. Two years later and it’s an international and national event with over 8000 signed-up members on MeetUp.

Over this time we’ve had great talks, film preview, live art, installations and exhibitions from the likes of Airside, Anthony Burrill, I Love Dust, Jason Bruges Studio, usTwo™, Mainframe, Marc Kremers, Noma Bar, Wolff Olins and Why Not Associates.

Currently Glug events are popping up in: London, New York City, Birmingham, Beijing, Brighton, Edinburgh, Auckland & Nottingham.

So there it is, get yourselves down! New Gluggers are always welcome to come along and see what it’s all about, so bring a friend and get Notworking™

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