A man in swim trunks surfs on a coin above a pile of coins, with more coins floating around him against a warm, glowing sunset sky in this vibrant Lucky Break Fintech Spec Spot by Crumb Studio. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Crumb Surfs the Fintech Wave With New Spec Spot

Posted on August 23, 2026

Berlin director/producer duo Stanko Stupar and Dunja Krasic (aka Crumb) make their Stash debut with a refreshing CG take on a spec fintech spot starring a tiny plastic surfer riding waves of glittering cash. [Watch]

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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 13

Posted on August 21, 2026

In this week’s installment of his weekly series of Stash editorials, Nerdo ECD Claus Cibils looks at the true cost of creative pitching in terms of money, time, attention, mental space, well-being, and respect. [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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A dirty, injured cartoon warrior is comforted by a worried female fighter in armor. They sit on the ground amid a smoky, battle-damaged landscape with burning debris in the background, reminiscent of an intense Clash Royale scene. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Uncommon & Gizmo “Feel the Rage” With Clash Royale

Posted on August 20, 2026

The last time we covered Uncommon Creative’s work for Clash Royale, this multi-studio insanity happened. Now, after narrowing the field to the CG character masters at Gizmo in Buenos Aires, they are back with a twist. [Watch]

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Close-up of geometric, metallic trophies with CICLOPE Berlin 2026 International Festival of Craft text overlaid in bold white lettering. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

CICLOPE Berlin Celebrates Craft in Advertising, Film, and Music Videos, Oct. 6-8

Posted on August 20, 2026

CICLOPE, the premier international event fully dedicated to craft in advertising, film, and music videos, has officially unveiled its full 2026 programming. Moving to its new modernist home at the Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW) in the heart of Berlin, the three-day festival will run from October 6 to October 8, 2026. The festival […] [Watch]

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A man in a suit and glasses is suspended horizontally over a conference table, arms outstretched, while three seated men watch or work on laptops in a modern meeting room—evoking the surreal visual style of Quentin Deronzier’s short film The Art of Losing It. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Quentin Deronzier Looks Into “The Art of Losing It”

Posted on August 19, 2026

French director and visual artist Quentin Deronzier, whose recent work includes standout spots for the Winter Olympics and Dacia, lets off a little steam with his crazed new CG short film called The Art of Losing It. [Watch]

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