one studio,

many means of making.

Blake McLeod, Creative Director of CINIC Studio, leading a screenprinting workshop. Photo by Vian Esterhuizen.

Simply put, CINIC Studio is a Creative Studio based out of Mohkinstsis, Treaty 7 (colonially known as Calgary, Alberta). We work directly with clients, collaborators, and also create our own fine art, films, and music.

Whether you’re looking to print some shirts, create a video sharing your message, hire event photography or videography, acquire tasty illustrations for your project, or spice up a design - we’ve got you.

CINIC Studio creates a wide range of fine art, much of which is available for purchase in our shop. By purchasing from our store, you’re directly supporting an Indigiqueer creator. All prints are hand-pulled, all designs created by us!

We take pride in what we make and are always on the lookout for clients and collaborators - let’s do it together!

What do we do?

  • Screen Printing

  • Illustration

  • web, publication,
    & graphic design

  • Photography

  • Filmmaking

  • writing

  • musical performances

  • event dj-ing

  • workshop facilitation

CINIC Studio

living & creating in Mohkinstsis, Treaty 7

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one studio.
many means of making.

  • Screen printing

  • Sticker design & production

  • Video production

  • Photography

  • event dj-ing

  • Illustration

  • graphics

  • publication layout

  • Web design

  • workshop facilitation

We’ve been busy playing, designing, and producing a ton of new art for the CINIC Studio shop. From paper prints, t-shirts, pouches, to tote bags - there’s so much to browse!

All prints are designed and hand-pulled in Mohkinstsis, Treaty 7 Territory / Calgary, Alberta.

made by us for you

made by us for you

why work with  us?

  • Skilled in screen printing, illustration & digital design, photography, and videography, we offer an integrated approach to your creative projects, ensuring seamless coordination and consistency.

  • CINIC Studio values collaboration and actively involves clients in the creative process, ensuring that your ideas and feedback are integral to the final product.

  • 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

“CINIC Studio did an outstanding job taking our input and needs into consideration. They created an exceptional workshop which gave us the tools and knowledge required to offer silkscreening for our elementary, junior, and high school classes.”
— October 21st, 2023 by Alix E.

★★★★★

“Blake was an absolute delight to work with. The artwork we supplied wasn’t quite right for silkscreen and they helped us adjust the art and was happy to go back and forth with proofs until we were so happy with the final product! They made us feel comfortable to give feedback and kept us in the loop every step of the way. Will definitely be using Cinic Studio again!”
— October 6th, 2023 by Shannon T.

★★★★★

“Amazing! We have been working with CINIC Studio for three years and they have always done an incredible job. As a team we feel like our needs and values are understood and cared for. The final project is always beautiful and better than we could have imagined!”
— September 21st, 2023 by That's What We Said Journal

★★★★★

“Super chill, super friendly, and a total queer vibe!!! Blake is a fab photographer and can capture nightlife like few others in the city! <3 Would recommend to anyone seeking photography work, silk screening and really anything they feel up to!”
— September 5th, 2023 by Jaz w.

★★★★★

“Blake from CINIC Studio shows up to every project they contribute to with passion and attention to detail. They actively ask questions to ensure their vision for how they can contribute their skills aligns with a project’s intentions, which is then visible in how a project unfolds and is completed. Blake carries out their work with pride, and brings a heartfelt and genuine energy to all their projects.”
— August 7th, 2023 by Ash S.

★★★★★

“I felt so accepted and supported during my time collaborating with CINIC! Blake walked me through making stickers and shirts of my lovely design! They answered all my dumb questions and help me out IMMENSELY! Will always recommend.”
— July 21st, 2023 by Avanna K.

★★★★★

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 is the design created by CINIC Studio for the large tote. Above is a video created by Adam Steel Creative.

arc’teryx collaboration

Family Advocacy support centre

photo by CINIC Studio

You can support the work The Family Advocacy Support Centre is doing by purchasing a FASC Tote bag hand-printed by CINIC Studio.

100% of the proceeds will help reach more families through empowering youth resources and hope kits, healing parent support circles, legal education resources, and transformative community education workshops.

The Family Advocacy Support Centre (FASC) is a 100% volunteer-based grassroots organization, made up of cultivators of change, disrupting the intergenerational cycles of parental substance use stigma and child welfare involvement.

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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