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Conlon Flay
@conlonflay.co.uk
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Glasgow based Visual Designer with a penchant for pretty things. I’m an iOS Shortcuts aficionado so hit me up with your creative automations!

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Tomorrow night I'll be at the Mindset, Momentum, Meaning event by the West of Scotland Networking group where they're talking about AI business tools, leaflet marketing power and how to support your ADHD staff.

Should be an interesting night. If you're attending and see me say hi!
Image posted from iOS Shortcut
November 16, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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And then on Thursday this week was the Leading with Pride: LGBTQ+ Leadership and Changemaker Conference by Proud Futures. Absolutely incredible day of learning and networking amongst some of the most lauded LGBTQ+ leaders in the UK.
November 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Also really enjoyed Nitty Gritty, INTL International’s event on Monday at The Pyramid in Anderston. Basically a panel discussion with some leaders in graphic design around the topic of what the fuck is going on in the Scottish design industry - literally, that was on the poster.
November 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Had an amazing week. I think I’m getting somewhat close to actually enjoying networking. It’s hard not to at events like INTL International Assembly graphic design conference last week to be fair - and it helps that I won free tickets to the entire festival next year!
🎫😁🎫
November 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Autumn be autumning in Glasgow right now.

1 + 2 📍 Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow
3 📍 Queens Park, Glasgow
October 19, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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Spent the last two days being thrown around Thorpe Park on as many rollercoasters I think the body can physically withstand and it was EXCELLENT.
Roller coaster train cresting a vertical white steel track, full of riders with arms raised against a clear blue sky. Large shark head sculpture made from scrap metal and corrugated sheets, surrounded by greenery in an amusement park. Tall red drop tower ride framed by palm trees and steel coaster track, set against a bright blue sky. Brightly painted water slide tubes in yellow, red, and blue, partially hidden behind a teal fence and leafy plants.
September 19, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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Project Spotlight

Brazen Men’s Hair recently brought me in to create a landing page for their Academy Course, a bold new step in their journey, set to launch later in 2025.

It’s built to inform, inspire, and get future barbers signed up. The course might not be live yet, but the story starts here.
July 31, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Project Spotlight

The Room Challenge was a brutal, brilliant little escape room on the high street in Fort William. When they needed a full design suite from flyers to social to print I locked in.

▶ Website assets
▶ Print materials
▶ Social presence
▶ Promo flyers
July 28, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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A bit of dreich weather won’t stop these queers! #GlasgowPride
A person stands smiling at a Pride event, wearing glasses, a dark blazer, a white feather boa, and a “Pride” badge. They hold a cardboard sign that reads “GAYDHD - can’t even think straight,” with the letters in multicoloured text. Behind them is a stone building, and other people are visible in the background. A crowd of people marches in a Pride parade through a city street lined with historic buildings. In the foreground, a large rainbow and lesbian Pride flag is partially visible. Many participants wear matching gold rugby shirts with “The Glasgow Raptors” logo, and black flags with the same branding are raised high. Signs reading “Trans Rights Now” and various other Pride symbols are held throughout the crowd. The background includes a “YO! Sushi” storefront and a packed street of celebrants. A lively crowd marches through a city street during a Pride parade. At the front, people wear bright, expressive outfits - some with face paint, sunglasses, or mesh tops - celebrating openly. Behind them, a colourful float with rainbow banners and vertical flags reading “AXM” and “PIPEWORKS” is filled with cheering participants. Further back, the street is packed with marchers carrying Pride and LGBTQ+ flags. Historic buildings frame the background, and the atmosphere is festive and energetic. A bustling Pride parade moves through a city centre flanked by historic and modern buildings. In the foreground, marchers carry large yellow and red “Scottish Socialist Party” flags, while others wave trans and rainbow Pride flags. Participants are wrapped in LGBTQ+ flags or dressed in festive clothing, with some capturing the moment on their phones. The scene is energetic and diverse, filled with solidarity and celebration. A bird flies overhead against an overcast sky.
July 19, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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The design decision to give this runner an ass though… 🤭

📍Queens Park, Glasgow
A bright yellow directional sign mounted on a black post, partially obscured by green foliage. The sign features a black pictogram of a running figure above a bold black arrow pointing to the left. The figure appears to have an unusually large bottom. The sign is associated with Running Imp, a company logo visible at the bottom right. The background consists of dense greenery and leafy plants.
May 31, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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Saturday morning walks in Queens Park are what it’s all about. Those VIEWS. 😍

📍 Queens Park, Glasgow
Panoramic view of Glasgow, Scotland, taken from an elevated position with dense green trees in the foreground. A graffiti-covered bandstand is partially visible among the trees. In the distance, the city skyline features mid and high-rise buildings under a dramatic sky with layered clouds.
May 3, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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If you press and hold on the number you're then presented with options, one of which is 'Select Variable' which you can then use to link to a number variable with whatever number (in seconds) you want the Shortcut to wait.
March 16, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Today I am one year entirely alcohol free! 🎉 #sober #alcoholfree
March 7, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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I know it’s not strictly part of Window Wanderland but I do enjoy the display this block in Mount Florida puts on with its various windows and RGB “penthouse”. #WindowWanderland #Glasgow
A multistory tower block with various windows lit up on random floors, the clear night sky glowing a silver blue is in the background which the top floor of the block contrasts against with its entire window bank lit up red.
March 1, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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I think @flaydunaway.bsky.social really liked the Wicked display at Window Wanderland in Mount Florida this evening, even if it isn’t quite on theme. Some awesome work about the place! I think my favourite is the Primal Scream display. #WindowWanderland #Glasgow
A spooky, theatrical window display for Wicked as part of the Window Wanderland event in Mount Florida, Glasgow. The large, old house is illuminated with eerie lighting—one window glows green, showing the silhouette of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch, while another window shines pink and features Glinda reaching out dramatically. The house’s worn facade adds to the haunted, magical atmosphere. In the foreground, a person stands taking a photo of the display. The scene is set against a dark blue evening sky, making the vivid colours pop. A striking window display above Buck’s Bar in Glasgow, featuring a bold, neon-like artwork of a stylised face wearing sunglasses, surrounded by a bright yellow sunburst against a vivid red background resembling the Screamadelica album cover by Primal Scream. The display stands out against the dark stone facade of the building, drawing attention to the top-floor window. Below, the warmly lit bar with its signage for “Chicken, Liquor, Rock ’n’ Roll” adds to the lively urban atmosphere. A narrow, dimly lit alleyway to the left enhances the contrast between the bright artwork and the moody city street at night.
March 1, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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I visited this exhibition yesterday and had a tour around the building. What an incredible space. Absolutely go along if you can. #BrutalGlasgow
The interior of The Pyramid at Anderston in Glasgow, featuring a striking geometric ceiling design with triangular panels framed by wooden beams. The ceiling's angular structure creates a visually captivating pattern with dramatic shadows. Tall, narrow windows line the walls, allowing natural light to stream in, enhancing the warm wooden furnishings below. Hanging pendant lights add a modern touch to the space, which is open and airy with a minimalist aesthetic. The room includes wooden benches, tables, and decorative elements, maintaining a harmonious blend of contemporary and traditional design.
February 24, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Saw these two cuties on my walk today, brazenly being adorable out in the open.

📍Southside, Glasgow
Two red foxes in a woodland setting, surrounded by fallen leaves and patches of green moss. One fox is licking or grooming the other, which has a slightly scruffy appearance. The background consists of earthy tones, twigs, and natural debris, blending with the foxes’ reddish fur.
February 9, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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The weather in Glasgow today is outstanding. Vitamin D levels through the roof. ☀️😎
A railway track in the foreground with a brick wall covered in colorful graffiti in the background. The graffiti includes stylized lettering in blue, green, red, and yellow. Above the wall, there is a metal fence with train tracks visible on the upper level. The lower portion of the wall is surrounded by overgrown vegetation, including green bushes and dry brown grass. The sky is clear and blue with a visible moon in the distance.
February 6, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Delivery day! Huel and HelloFresh keeping my scattered brain organised and my nutrition balanced.

This is the type of convenience my mind can get down with. 😁
A kitchen countertop with two stacked delivery boxes, one from Huel on top and one from HelloFresh beneath it. The Huel box has the slogan “The future of food is inside this box” printed on the side. A black and white cat, likely Joanie, is standing in the foreground, sniffing or inspecting the boxes. The background features a tiled backsplash, a black countertop, and a slow cooker partially visible on the right.
January 31, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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I love that street. It’s hard to get a photo that does the beauty of it justice. Here’s one I took when it was a bit brighter out.
A row of colourful terraced houses in Glasgow, Scotland, bathed in warm sunlight. The houses feature bay windows and small front gardens with green hedges and trees displaying autumnal hues. A tree with golden-brown leaves partially frames the image, while a lamppost with a small yellow sign stands in the foreground. The street is quiet, with a stone wall lining the pavement, and the sky is bright blue with a few sun rays creating a soft lens flare effect.
January 31, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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I love this spot in Queens Park when the leaves are all different colours. I took a similar one in the same place back in Autumn.
Pathway in Queens Park, Glasgow, surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage. The ground is covered in red and orange leaves, and the trees arch overhead, creating a natural tunnel effect.
January 25, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Had a walk up to the Glasgow Necropolis today for the first time since I moved back to the city. Something about exploring it in subzero temperatures made the place feel extra atmospheric. 👌
View of the Glasgow Necropolis during daylight, showing the Victorian-era cemetery’s grand entrance with an ornate stone gate, a cobblestone path leading up to it, and tombstones and monuments scattered across the hill. The surrounding trees and grass add a natural touch, with a clear sky and the moon faintly visible above. A serene path within the Glasgow Necropolis at sunset, flanked by gravestones and bordered by bare trees whose branches frame the setting sun. The faint silhouette of a tall, historic monument is visible in the background, surrounded by soft natural light filtering through the trees.
January 9, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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This is such an awesome app. I used to try doing something similar using iOS Shortcuts but could never get it looking quite right but you've nailed it. Great work!
January 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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2024 was a goodie. Here’s to 2025! ✌️
December 31, 2024 at 8:38 PM
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Quick stroll around the local park has lead me 7km away from my intended destination. Got to see the splendid Pollock House though!
Photograph of Pollok House in Glasgow, showcasing its grand Georgian architecture, flanked by two symmetrical wings and ornate lion statues on either side of the stone staircase leading to the main entrance. The overcast sky adds a moody atmosphere to the historic setting.
December 29, 2024 at 1:43 PM