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 14

In this week’s installment of his weekly series of Stash editorials, Nerdo ECD Claus Cibils examines the need for fairness and clarity in the creative pitching process and how holding the line can help achieve both. [Watch]

A collage with: a silhouette facing a blue screen with floating shapes, a red sports car tail light, a car rear view against an orange background reminiscent of the Xerjoff x Automobili Lamborghini product film by Nerdo Studio, and green microbes under a microscope. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Fragrance & Fantasy: Nerdo Studio Drops Xerjoff x Lamborghini Collaboration Film

The motion team at Nerdo Studio orchestrates a beautiful collision of Italian luxury brands in this electric spot for a collaboration between Turin fragrance maker Xerjoff and legendary automobile marque Lamborghini. [Watch]

A majestic, insect-like humanoid figure stands triumphantly atop a rocky ledge, bathed in golden light, surrounded by lush, glowing foliage and towering rock formations—an unforgettable scene reminiscent of an epic trailer for Endless Legend 2. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Detail & Drama: Unit Motion Design for Endless Legend 2

CD and co-founder François Côme du Boistesselin leads the Unit Motion Design team in Paris into a grand CG world of high detail and higher drama in this trailer for Amplitude Studios’ strategy game Endless Legend 2. [Watch]

A man wearing a black cap, blue jacket, and white t-shirt stands outdoors with green trees in the background, capturing the confident presence reminiscent of Director Liam Archibald Signs to Blinkink Roster. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Director Liam Archibald Signs to Blinkink Roster for Worldwide Commercial Representation

From the release: Blinkink has announced that New York-based director Liam Archibald has joined their roster for worldwide commercial representation. Known for crafting cinematic 3D worlds, Liam brings together character, atmosphere and lighting with an instinctive approach to motion that drives each project forward. [Watch]

A man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a blue button-up shirt, stands outside on a city street with glass buildings in the background, smiling slightly at the camera. This is Jonny Tully, Colorist at Electric Theatre Collective. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Jonny Tully Brings New Color to Electric Theatre Collective

From the release: The new school year always brings about change. In Electric Theatre Collective’s case, that change is distinctly positive, as acclaimed Colourist, Jonny Tully, arrives for his new role. [Watch]

A computer with a brain, Apple logo, and robot arms multitasks with science gadgets, a pie chart, joystick, synthesizer, and chalkboard—symbolizing technology, creativity, and intelligence—inspired by the dynamic style of the Mac Mini with M6 launch spot by Nicos Livesey Blinkink. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Nicos Livesey & Blinkink Muscle Up for Mighty Mac Mini

Blinkink stop-motion master Nicos Livesey continues his recent run of hits (see here and here) with this 40-second blast of frenetic fun for the launch of Apple’s newest iteration of the Mac mini thru TBWA\Media Arts Lab. [Watch]