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InkThis is an annual series of events and exhibitions showcasing work from leading designers and illustrators. It is held across the UK and often exhibits in its home city of Leicester, England, . The project was created by UK designers Brett Wilkinson (designer) 'Onesidezero' and Gurps Kaur in 2006. As of 2007 Inkthis is in its second stage of development with an exhibition centered on the theme of "Dreams & Nightmares". The work exhibited ranges from digital design, motion, and sculpture to illustration and has seen contributions from respected designers such as Nate Williams, Jon Burgerman, David Foldvari, Catalina Estrada, Genevieve Gauckler, Saiman Chow and many more. There were 37 designers and illustrators featured at Inkthis 2. A London showing at the Coningsby Gallery was sponsored by the likes ofTen4 Magazine, Computer Arts Magazine, Cobra Beer and GF Smithin May 2007.

The show also travelled to Hong Kong in November 2007 where it was held at the Grand Cinema in Kowloon (Elements), during November and December. The event saw additional new work exhibited by the likes of Rinzen, Grandpeople and Vault 49 amongst others and also received sponsorship from Fuji & Xerox

In 2008 Inkthis held the exhibition 'Facelift' which saw the construction of an illustrative typeface. Contributors to the project included 40 world-renowned designers, illustrators, graffiti artists and painters. The exhibition was held in originating city of Leicester and later travelled to London to show at the Coningsby Gallery.

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