JOSE CUERVO

For 25 years shaper Gary Linden envisioned crafting a surfboard completely from sustainable materials. It wasn't until he visited Jose Cuervo's agave fields in Mexico and talked with local jimadors and scientists that he was able to manifest his vision. Gary succeeded in creating a functional watercraft that no other shaper had before - a 100% agave surfboard.

 


 

A road trip deep into Mexico is a time-honored tradition for surfers who are lured by the promise of adventure, warm water, and perfect waves. But this trip also took a detour off the beaten path to explore the roots of tequila. This 30 spot launched the #fundayanyday campaign.

 



The incredible light and natural beauty of mainland Mexico was the perfect outdoor studio. Our strategy was to maximize our shooting time during golden hour and follow our team in search of good times — in the water or down a dusty desert road.



Our environments ranged from a life aquatic to agave field bounty.



Dino's storyboards provided a framework for our adventure and helped us visualize our goals



 

 You can call them a cast, but more than anything this was a group of friends that was overflowing with wave riding talent and unique style. The crew included Kassia Meador, Jared Mell, Dane Peterson, Colin Whitbread, Alex Gray, and Luke Davis.

 


 

INCASE

The Incase product design team is unrivaled in their attention to detail. The concept behind this spot was to create a technical product video that showcased the collection as a family, down to their smallest details.

 


The result was a blistering fast video spot driven by a unique sound scape, and accented with stylized flairs of light



Dino's first sketches formed our creative approach



We put the RED camera to the test and captured RAW 5k images that were not only used for motion, but were also implemented in the print campaign by BASIC Agency


 

HENNESSY

Shepard Fairey, like Hennessy, pursues perfection. This short biopic is about his craft, his commitment, and the influences that drive him and his work.

 

We shed light on Shepard Fairey's process from inside his studio to outside on the street



The Hennessy V.S. Special Edition bottle reflects Shepard Fairey's iconic style


GQ + BMW

 

The Ultimate Driving Machine goes electric with Peter Facinelli and Rob DeFranco behind the wheel of the totally electric powered BMW i3

 


While driving south on the PCH from San Francisco to Big Sur, the duo encounter towering redwood forests and secluded beaches. Along the way they meet with entrepreneurs and artisans whose businesses are making a positive environmental impact.



Capturing this experience required mobility and high-quality imagery.  We used an array of tools, including 4k POVs for interiors and running footage, DSLRs while dangling from zip-lines, and a RED camera for running footage and environmental shots.



September weather in Big Sur is unparalleled and provided a perfect backdrop


 

G-STAR RAW

 

The Dutch denim brand collaborated with Yuna Zarai to launch their series around unconventional creators, craftsmen, and artists. We spent the day with Yuna, who is originally from Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia, exploring her new home in downtown Los Angeles.

 


We brought unexpected visual combinations together by blending two of our favorite things: 5k RED footage and Super 8 film stock.



“You have to be really open to everything in order to get inspiration. I always see myself as a student. I never consider myself to know everything about anything.”  - Yuna

 


 

NEW ERA

 

Kid Cudi has always been fascinated by outer space. The design of his Capsule Collection for New Era reflected his own sketches, lyrics, and elements of the galaxy we call home. Our mission was to bring all of these elements to life in a unique way.

 


We committed to a highly stylized look in-camera. We then added layers of archival space footage and low-fi motion elements, along with Cudi’s original artwork.



“Every element on these pieces is personal. It’s a part of me, ann extension of what I’m all about”

- Kid Cudi



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