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Spotlight on: Ben Youdan 🎨 Exhibiting on our gallery wall this month is artist Ben Youdan. Ben is a visual artist whose mixed media work employs a wide variety of techniques and processes including collage, drawing, painting, printmaking and photography, to create imagery that takes inspiration from the iconography and ephemera of popular culture. His pieces explore themes such as identity, glamour and sexuality. Read more on our Spotlight blog now 👇 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXEc5VaQ

🌱Showcase your business at #Bloom2025 🌱 On March 6th, 2025, Bloom 2025 will unite creative and digital leaders from across the North for a future-focused business festival in Liverpool. We’re inviting businesses and organisations to join us as exhibitors and be involved in the conversation of driving the creative economy forward. 📅 Date: Thursday, March 6th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm 📍 Venue: Camp and Furnace, Liverpool Apply now to become an exhibitor👇 https://lnkd.in/eh_kBEjq

🎤 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 🎤 We’re excited to announce that Alison Lacy, Chief Operating Officer at Radical Forge will be joining us for a panel discussion at #Bloom2025! Alison's diverse career across the arts, learning and development, automotive, and video games highlights her commitment to fostering success in inclusive and healthy creative environments. As Co-Chair of Liverpool GameChangers and a Board Member of the LCR Combined Authority's Digital & Creative Cluster Board, she brings valuable expertise in collaboration and innovation to the creative sector. 🎟️ Grab your early bird tickets now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXBjUuuT

🎄 All You Read Is Love is back! 📚 Agent is once again bringing the magic of reading to children across the North West with their heartwarming Christmas campaign, All You Read Is Love. 🌟 Since launching in 2020, this initiative has donated over £50,000 worth of children’s books, sharing stories by renowned authors, emerging voices, and underrepresented communities, including BAME and LGBTQ+ authors. Agent is making 2024 their biggest campaign yet, ensuring more children can experience the joy of books this Christmas. To get involved, drop off your new and like-new books at Agent’s Liverpool office (49 Jamaica Street, L1 0AH) or their Manchester studio by Monday 9th December. Read the full story below. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/exh3QGKq

🎉 Today marks a decade since we unveiled the iconic plinth at the heart of the Baltic Triangle in tribute to Claire McKeown and Paul Rice, the founding members of Baltic Creative. This space has become a beacon for artistic expression, hosting 11 installations curated by Castle Fine Arts Foundry. Here’s a look back at the incredible art pieces so far: ‘Days of Judgement’ by Laura Ford (2014) Our first installation reimagined Adam and Eve as a group of tall, skinny cats. These bronze figures launched the plinth with support from PHD1 Foundation, setting the tone for creativity and innovation. ‘Black Swan’ by Kenny Hunter (2015) This striking piece explored themes of animal consciousness and human perception, crafted by the renowned Edinburgh-based sculptor. ‘Lying, Reading & Sitting Figures’ by Carol Peace (2015) In 2015 we welcomed these figures by Carol Peace. The sculptures were originally made in clay then cast in bronze resin. The artist described this process as magical – ‘turning something so transient … into something so strong.’ ‘Lady Hare Holding Dog’ by Sophie Ryder (2016) Blending mysticism and emotion, Sophie Ryder’s human-animal hybrid sculpture brought a unique depth to the space. ‘The Greatest’ by Andrew Edwards (2017) Depicting Muhammad Ali mid-fight, this bronze statue honoured the legendary boxer during his famous boxing match with Sonny Liston. ‘The Waiting’ by Anna Gillespie (2017) A reflection on urban life, this figurative sculpture invited viewers to bring their own interpretations to its deeply human themes. ‘Dipodiddy’ by Brian Fell (2018) Originally intended for Formby Beach, this handcrafted steel desert rat found a home on the plinth, showcasing Brian's incredible craftsmanship. Brian works mainly in steel, beating the metal by hand. ‘A Warrior Implementing Peace’ by Andrew Edwards (2019) Standing tall on Jamaica Street, the figure represents will and purpose. It depicts a Mercian thane that is also part Saxon, Angle, Celt and Norse. ‘Bowland Hare’ by Marjan Wouda (2020) Inspired by Lancashire’s Forest of Bowland, this sculpture marked a bold departure in material for the artist, working with sheet metal instead of her usual bronze. ‘Bob Marley’ by Andrew Edwards (2021-2023) 2021 saw the installation of this 7ft tall statue of cultural icon, Bob Marley, as part of Positive Vibration Festival. After a turbulent and difficult time, the festival wanted to pay tribute to and inspire others with Marley’s message of love, hope and unity. The statue remained in place until early 2023. ‘The Reckoning’ by Rudy Loewe (2023) Our current installation commissioned for Liverpool Biennial vividly portrays a moment of Black Power revolution in Trinidad and Tobago, inviting conversations about Liverpool’s role in the Transatlantic Slave Trade and colonial histories. A huge thank you to the Castle Fine Arts Foundry, the incredible artists, and our amazing partners for making these artworks possible. 👏

🥁 SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT! 🥁 We’re so excited to share that Liverpool John Moores University will be returning as the headline sponsor for #Bloom2025. 🌟 A huge thank you to Liverpool John Moores University for championing our mission to support and celebrate creative and digital businesses across the North. 📢 LJMU says: “LJMU is delighted to sponsor Bloom 2025. The university works with partner organisations across the region and beyond to share our research and innovation expertise to develop creative, sustainable business solutions. Bloom is a fantastic opportunity for digital and creative businesses to come together, share ideas and develop collaborations to drive the sectors forward. LJMU is committed to supporting those partnerships to deliver effective, impactful change.” Buy your early bird tickets for Bloom 2025 now👇 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXBjUuuT

🏢 Available Now: Studio 44P – Digital House 🏢 A stunning, spacious, and light-filled studio on the third floor of Digital House, 44 Simpson Street. Digital House is a vibrant, four-storey building offering 15 unique studio spaces housing creative and digital businesses and a large full height entrance atrium, combining original character with modern facilities. Here’s what Studio 44P offers: ✅ Exposed brickwork and original features ✅ Abundant natural light with great views ✅ LED lighting ✅ 2 meeting rooms / private offices ✅ Private teapoint ✅ Air conditioning for year-round comfort ✅ High speed broadband connectivity As part of the Baltic Creative community, you’ll benefit a range of benefits, including the onsite cafe Yonder, free-to-use pool bikes, business and wellbeing support, convenient meeting spaces, and regular community gatherings. Swipe to see the space or contact us today to arrange a viewing! 📩 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eBrY5nGg

🎤 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 🎤 We’re chuffed to announce our first keynote speaker for #Bloom2025 - Mark Shayler!

 Mark blends creative thinking, sustainability, cultural heritage and innovation, weaving a sharp narrative on creativity and collaboration. He looks at how customers have changed, how belief systems shape our purchasing behaviour and how we’re never going to change the world if we’re sitting in a room on our own. The future, he says, is formed right here. Don’t miss Mark’s inspiring perspective at Bloom 2025.

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Bloom is BACK 🌱 The future-focused business festival uniting creative and digital leaders is returning to Liverpool next year. Buy your early bird tickets now 👇🏻

🚀 New November date added for our Business Support Clinic with Liverpool City Council Come and speak to the advisors who are here to connect you with top industry consultants and steer you through the maze of local and national support options. Get expert guidance and access local and national resources tailored to your business. 📅 Thurs 14th Nov ⏰ 10-11am | 11-12pm | 1-2pm | 2-3pm Book your spot now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ehgHUDgq