Congratulations to UK-based graphic artist, Matt Lyon - http://www.society6.com/c8six

We chose Matt for his work's depth and richness, folklore and fantasy. We think his designs will also push the boundaries of Blik's manufacturing process. And we just love his art, we think it's rad and will look just ace on your walls!

Thanks to all 187 Studios who submitted to this grant. We were overwhelmed by the response & talent and truly enjoyed spending time on each of your Studio pages. Happy Holidays to all and we look forward to more creativity & inspiration in 2010!

Thanks to all who applied and promoted our grant. Exposure to all of your talent is a big "win" in our book. Now onto the hard task of awarding a recipient

WOW! Thanks for all the amazing submissions...keep 'em coming. How will we decide? Keep the buzz alive and nominate, please! We'll need your help.

ALSO: come check out our MONSTER SALE at www.whatisblik.com. 31% off all Blik products now through midnite on Halloween (PDT). That's only about 2 1/2 days...

We're committed to innovative design and distinctive talent. We're excited by the S6 community and look to it in our ongoing pursuit to connect with new artists that speak to our aesthetic. We are continually impressed by the quality and ingenuity of the work posted on the site.

A bit about us...
Based in Venice, CA, Blik is a leading designer, manufacturer and retailer of innovative self- adhesive, removable surface graphics. Co-founded in 2002 by architect Scott Flora and food editor Jerinne Neils, Blik was an exploration into the concept of the “wall as canvas.” Today, through pioneering production methods, original design and collaboration with such brands as Threadless, Nintendo and Charles & Ray Eames, Blik is a 2004 I.D. Magazine Product Design Distinction Award Winner and a 2006 participant in the esteemed Cooper-Hewitt National Design Triennial. Please come visit us at www.whatisblik.com, to explore our products, get to know us and connect with us.

Join the ranks of artists like Joe Ledbetter, Blaine Fontana and progressive art brand, Upper Playground...

The Blik + S6 grant is offering one artist $1,000 and the opportunity to have their design(s) featured and sold as surface graphics through Blik's online shop. We do ask that the awarded artist sign a licensing agreement.

We are blown away by the response so far. So please apply, nominate and promote this among your peers. Good luck and we can't wait to see what we get!