A grumpy-looking felted black cat sits next to a shattered ceramic cup on a yellow background, reminiscent of the Petey and Barnadette brand films. Frame from Stash Magazine article.

Howatson+Company Peek at the Pet’s POV for Petbarn

Posted on October 13, 2026

Australian creative agency Howatson+Company merges 3D, 2D, VFX, and generative AI into a fun and fuzzy mock-stop-motion treatment for this set of films anchoring a new campaign for pet care retailer Petbarn. [Watch]

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Allianz Care You Can Count On spot by Michael Gracey & Alt vfx | STASH MAGAZINE

Avians, Avril, & Allianz: Michael Gracey and Alt.vfx Take Flight

Posted on May 20, 2025

FINCH director Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman) and the crew at Alt.vfx build out a full-on cinematic action sequence in this spot anchoring a new campaign for Allianz Australia thru Sydney agency Howatson+Company. [Watch]

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BUCK Makes it More Super for Australian Retirement Trust | STASH MAGAZINE

BUCK Makes it “More Super” for Australian Retirement Trust

Posted on October 4, 2023

Advertising for retirement financial services is most often a bland mix of silver hair and generic smiles but the design and animation crew at BUCK take a decidedly different tack in this playful spot for Australian Retirement Trust. [Watch]

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