Q-tips reached out to us in need of artistic direction and social content for the launch of their new product, Beauty Rounds. We conceptualized the aesthetic for the social campaign, as well as copy for each post. All images were shot using practical effects and conceptual photography.

With the introduction of this new aesthetic, Q-tips account experienced a 10% increase in followers and a 152% increase in engagement from the previous month. The aesthetic has received recognition from Instagram representatives and other creative personalities in the field. In addition the consumer response has been overwhelmingly positive.

We had a blast shooting #59 for ESPN's "73 Reasons to Love the Warriors" Issue. The creative direction for this assignment is best described by ESPN's Art Director, Rami Moghadam: "What sets the Warriors apart as a team, and part of their charisma, is that even though they are ruthlessly efficient and their basketball is free-flowing and joyous version of basketball that’s extremely fun to watch. They hoist LOTS of three-pointers, they rain down long bombs, but they also move the ball constantly and in often surprising ways. They're spontaneous and effervescent. Then there is the nickname of their two best shooters: 'the Splash Brothers'. They are 'splashy' in every way."

In 2014, Adidas released a new addition to the legendary family of ZX sneakers, the ZX Flux. A stripped down silhouette, pops of color and a variety of graphics, the ZX Flux was an instant streetwear staple.

Adidas asked us to provide Creative Direction for two ZX Flux Collection launches - the SS15 8000 Collection and the FW15 Prism Collection. The ZX Flux campaign has always followed a concept where a bigger idea, pattern or art piece creates the environment where the shoe exists. Our assignment was to continue this concept and bring in a high fashion element.

We created a collection of images using a surreal aesthetic, and loads of color to enhance the shoe designs, prints and textures. Hero shots of the product helped to command the viewers attention and leveraged the minimalist setting. Both ZX Flux campaigns were featured on Adidas Originals Instagram, Twitter and Web.

Interscope Records reached out, asking us create a visual inspired by Carly Rae Jepsen's single 'Warm Blood' from her album 'E.MO.TION.'. The dreamy song was produced and co-written by Vampire Weekend's Rostam Batmanglij and referred to by James Rettig from Stereogum as "unfuckwithable pop genius". Rettig also wrote, "[Carly is] serving up some woozy, late-night vibes here -- that melted disco ball on the single artwork is no joke.". 

It's sound put us into an instant trance and provided a sick beat during shooting. To evoke an authentic feeling, no computer graphics were used in the creation of the image and yes the shoot got a little messy. The final product was used as the official art for the song's launch and social campaign as well as the imagery for the video's on Carly's Vevo and YouTube channels.

We quite like it. Have a listen...

Photography for FUJIFILM's spring marketing. Here, we spotted our image on a billboard just outside of B&H Camera on 9th Ave in New York, the largest non-chain photo and video equipment store in the US. The advertisement measured over 8' x 18' and showcased FUJIFILM products.

Commissioned by Target to be a featured artist in their Design Crush Series. We were asked to create an image inspired by The 4th of July and summertime fun, with a color palette of red, white and blue. Using practical effects, we combined two summer fun must haves, resulting in a scroll stopping image that tricks the eye and stirs on nostalgia.

Everup and Microsoft asked us to share some stories about our mentors and how they have influenced us. In addition to the interview we also created an editorial image to accompany the article. You can read the interview here.

Pop Music

Weber Shandwick is a leading marketing and PR agency based in New York and 77 additional cities globally. They execute advertising, strategy and many other offerings for brands such as Microsoft, Amazon and Nike.

Weber Shandwick tasked us to create and photograph 12 unique and quirky props to be used as materials for one of their valued clients. The intention of these objects were to appear, at first glance, as typical lifestyle products, but upon closer inspection it's clear that they are more harmful and abrasive than they are helpful. 

We conceptualized the objects and oversaw the projects artistic direction. Each prop was built by hand, using practical effects.

When Swedish sock company Happy Socks asked us to be a part of their #getnaked campaign, we were like "YASSS!"  Then when they said its actually called the #getHAPPY campaign, we were like, "too late!" Because honestly, what's happier than getting half naked and marching around like the Pied Piper of socks?'. The shoot was a lot of fun and the final image was used as a part of their social marketing campaign for Summer '15.

The Granite is an independently owned creative workshop, operated by two talented women with backgrounds in metalworks and ceramics. Together they create unique modern vessels, lighting and wearables. From mold making, to firing and painting, each of their pieces is made by hand in their Portland workshop.

This still life collection we created was intended to be clean and calming with a subtle nod to early 90's modern design. We chose a complimentary color palette, using blues as the primary shade, to evoke a sense of nature. For styling, we incorporated objects, plants and prints that accentuated the product designs. It was a fun challenge to produce a collection of 11 distinct images using only 2 products.

Make It Good apparel is a line of American made basics for men and women. They create artistically directed apparel with hand printed details and are PNW natives (like us!) working out of their in their Portland, OR studio. Good design and great materials is what they are all about. 

For our littledril + Make It Good social collaboration, we played up the Grid Canvas Knit print, complimenting it with bold color and another 90's signature - red lips. The intention of the collection was to hi light the product in a way that would not only relate to Make It Good's PNW fashion following but also appeal to a more modern styled consumer.

We love what we do. Charles Eames said, "Take your pleasure seriously" and we take that to heart every day. So when the work day is done, there is no place we'd rather spend happy hour than in the studio. These are the times when we try new things, level up our skills and flex our creative muscles with all the passion (and musicality) of a Rocky workout montage.