An ornate book titled The Creative Code of Arms is open on a stand, flanked by two suits of armor. Chronicles of artistry unfold across its pages as a shield with WE❤️P hangs behind, set against red curtains and lit candles. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

We Love Pitching: Chronicles of a Necessary Mess – Part 19

Posted on October 4, 2026

Nerdo ECD Claus Cibils explores the underlying (and deeply human) elements of respect and rejection as they relate to the creative pitching process, in the latest chapter of his series of Stash editorials. [Watch]

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Haymaker VFX acquires Swedish Visual Effects Studio SWISS

Posted on October 1, 2026

From the release: Haymaker VFX has acquired Swedish visual effects studio SWISS, bringing together two long-established names in high-end VFX to strengthen Haymaker’s creative and production presence in Stockholm. [Watch]

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VFX Supervisor Alfie Vaughan joins RASCAL—a man with glasses, a beard, and short dark hair wears a denim jacket over a gray shirt, standing indoors by a tiled wall and exposed bricks. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

VFX Supervisor & YouTuber Alfie Vaughan Joins RASCAL

Posted on September 30, 2026

From the release: RASCAL has hired VFX supervisor Alfie Vaughan, one of the most-watched creators in UK visual effects, joining its VFX team, further strengthening its integrated AI VFX workflow. [Watch]

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A person in a cozy, colorful room sits in a chair using a laptop, surrounded by sneakers, clothing, a bike, sports gear, shelves of collectibles, and small animal figurines. The walls display posters and various decorations—including a vibrant Mathematic & Dave Arcade Wish You Happy Internetting for Telestra print that adds to the creative atmosphere. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Mathematic & Dave Arcade Wish You Happy Internetting

Posted on September 18, 2026

Working with art from Salt Lake City illustrator Dave Arcade, director Mathieu Betard and the animation team at Mathematic in Paris serve up 10 slices of tasty isometric maximalism for Telstra thru Bear Meets Eagle On Fire. [Watch]

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Text-heavy graphic with Breaking through: HOW TO GET SEEN & GET RESULTS in bold white and orange text over a close-up, stylized blue-toned image of a person’s face. The Stash OFFF 2026 Montreal Panel appears at the bottom, powered by Stash. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Stash “Breaking Through” Panel at OFFF Montreal Sept 2

Posted on August 23, 2026

Discover real-world strategies for gaining recognition for your studio or yourself with insights and pro tips from a panel of top creative insiders laser-focused on what it takes to help you stand out in a crowded creative landscape. [Watch]

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A cartoon man with sunglasses and a mustache is surrounded by shiny blue bubbles—some with smiling faces—against a bright background, as if ready to Make Mami Proud and uncover Joost Jansen’s demons in the DREAMCAT short film. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Joost Jansen Reveals His Demons in DREAMCAT Short Film

Posted on August 21, 2026

Brussels director/animator Joost Jansen and his alter ego Dreamcat star in this intimate, multi-layered (and mildly insane) artist portrait from director Daniel Bartels and Düsseldorf studio Make Mami Proud. [Watch]

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