Johnnie Walker, via Love Creative UK, has commissioned some of the worlds best illustrators to recreate epic journeys that the Striding Man made around the globe. Tony Graystone was chosen for the journey to Auckland and the resulting Dutch-inspired limited edition porcelain bottles are truly beautiful.
The clever folk at Saatchi & Saatchi Auckland recently created copy for Tui and called on the genius hand of Max Thompson to produce the accompanying illustration. Created specifically for the Hawkes Bay market, famous for it’s Pinot Noir, the Tui heartland series has been a smash hit.
We’re thrilled to announce the addition of photographer Vanessa Lewis to the IR team. With a wealth of experience garnered under still life specialist Guido Mocafico, Vanessa is an award winning food photographer who brings a fresh and sophisticated style to her imagery. Her passion for good food and photographic excellence has led her to publishing numerous cookbooks, photographing celebrity chefs such as Jamie Oliver and Roger Vergé, along with regular commissions from clients such as Colman’s, Ferrero Rocher, Intercontinental Hotels, KFC, McDonalds and Nando’s. (more…)
JWT Auckland recently commissioned Gerad Taylor to create a logo and bus sides for the Contact Festival Playground held in Wellington earlier this year. Gerad has a strong background in traditional illustrative work, but is also highly sought after for his 3D realism, logo illustrations and augmented reality work.
Illustrator Jeremy Kyle felt privileged to have been asked to create a series of illustrations for the United Nations recently. The aim was to visually communicate the 5 key ideas behind Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s ‘Agenda for Humanity‘, which when collectively undertaken will provide the shifts the world needs. Jeremy’s signature watercolour style is catching the attention of international clients. His commissions this year include the Chicago Bulls, New York Times and the United Nations, along with his recent interview on Seven Sharp. His UN Campaign, featured on CNN, has an accompanying video which can be viewed below.
VTNZ teamed up with photographer Kristian Frires and digital agency Gladeye to develop content for their latest campaign. The imagery was used across their new website, billboards and other branding collateral. Exuding the warmth and approachability associated with the tagline ‘we’ll help you get road ready’, the campaign used a combination of talent and VTNZ staff sourced from nationwide casting. (more…)
10 stunning Aotearoa inspired designs make up this beautiful book of wrapping paper, all hand drawn by illustrator Sara Mutande. Designer wrapping at the ready.
Mokshini aka Nadeesha Godamunne landed an illustrators dream job with Ralph Lauren in New York. She can be live drawing at a fashion show one day and sketching design ideas the next. (more…)
Photographer Kristian Frires recently teamed up with the clever folk at Unsworth Shepherd and Brandology, creating conceptual portrait imagery for the new Sorted.org.nz website and brand collateral.
After working for some of South Africa’s best advertising agencies, we’re happy that award-winning art director Minky Stapleton has made the moved to New Zealand and freelance illustration. A multifaceted talent, she has a range of styles from serious to silly, all with a heavy dash of dark humour.
Jeremy Kyle‘s star is quickly rising. A master at depicting motion and emotion, his incredible talent has been picked up by the Chicago Bulls. Jeremy’s latest series portrays Jordan, Butler and Rose in effortless free flow using his clever combination of watercolour, loose hand scribbling and precision line work. The campaign marks the 50th anniversary of the Bulls and expresses their most iconic moments in playing history.
We are incredibly excited about the addition of Michael Lewis to our fold. Recently emigrated from South Africa with a wealth of advertising experience, he brings a new level of concept driven, high end story telling expertise to our markets. Michael offers an unbeatable resource of talent and technique, along with a relaxed professional approach. Here are some of our favourite images.
Unitec NZ recently searched for a concept driven artist to illustrate a range of events they had planned this semester. They couldn’t look past illustrator Justine Beckett whose quirky, clean, bright style cleverly engages the viewer on a direct emotional level.
Photographer and multi-media artist Joseph Michael recently returned from the ultimate adventure. Leading a creative team to Antarctica, protected from the elements by Musto Clothing, their mission was to collect the necessary imagery to create 360 degree immersive experiences on their return. (more…)
Sydney agency Mr Wolf recently engaged the skills of illustrator Josh Dykgraaf for their client Taylors Wines. Being included among the top 5 winerys in the world for two consecutive years required a suitably epic illustration. We think Josh has done the honour justice.
‘The Adventures of Celia Kaye’ illustrated by Grammy-nominated artist Sarah Larnach has been a big success and is already on it’s second run. The story follows a little girl with a huge imagination who uses it to hide her mysterious secret.
The clever folk at Barnes Catmur & Friends recently commissioned storyboarder Jack Chadwick to create a series of 44 energy saving tips for Meridian Energy. The handy ‘Save the World From Your Sofa’ booklet with it’s humorous illustrations is downloadable from the Meridian Energy website.
Crane Brothers once again procures the fine skills of fashion photographer Guy Coombes to shoot their latest razor-sharp menswear campaign.
The clever folk at brand agency Origami were behind the recent Sanford rebrand, commissioning Nic Staveley to shoot their brief. Travelling to Bluff and beyond, Nic’s adventures involved catching a dawn trawler to Stewart Island to meet the local residents who work for the fishery. The resultant imagery captures the heart and sustainable ethos of the company and it’s employees.
Photographer and moving image specialist Lewis Mulatero has been busy shooting for the $100 million redesign Air New Zealand is putting into their Koru lounge network. Commissioned to create a series of still and moving image touchpoints, Lewis’ meticulous eye for detail has created exquisite visual elements designed to enhance the ambience of each lounge.
Illustrator Josh Dykgraaf was recently flown to Ireland courtesy of Atomic Agency Dublin. His brief was to capture iconic imagery in order to create an epic series of intricate 3D landscapes for KPMG. The campaign consists of eight images in total, each running for one month on billboards throughout Ireland.
Photographer Kristian Frires recently shot compelling print and outdoor imagery for Bayleys Real Estate via The Collective. The campaign focuses on the emotional side of purchasing a property, capturing a ‘home is where the heart is’ feeling of warmth and stability.
Henrietta Harris‘ striking watercolour of Peter Ellis graces the cover of North&South magazine. It’s been almost 25 years since the first claims were made of child abuse at the Christchurch Civic Creche and he is still trying to clear his name.
With the recent RWC All Blacks win we couldn’t help but post an old favourite. The classic white Steinlager can, beautifully shot by photographer Lewis Mulatero via DDB Auckland.
