When creators turn evil, fun ensues

 Animade recently released Milo Targett’s “Lido Sim,” a cute, post-modern take on the long tradition of animators toying with their animated creations. The short’s protagonist attempts to… Read more
Justin Cone • 10 years ago

Jimmy Simpson: Modern Love

 This month’s installment of The New York Times’ Modern Love column was done by none other than the amazingly talented Jimmy Simpson, who was recently featured… Read more
Joe Donaldson • 9 years ago

Zulu Alpha Kilo: Spec

 This video is making the rounds on social media, and for good reason. It’s funny, smart and spot on. Just in case you’re lost, allow… Read more
Justin Cone • 9 years ago

Step by Step: Susan Yung

 Ever wonder how those insanely talented artists on Tumblr paint such amazing work? Well, our final Step by Step of 2016 is a real treat… Read more
Joe Donaldson • 8 years ago

Diesel (Updated)

 There are some really incredible moments in this new promo from Diesel. I don’t like it quite as much as “Lost Paradise,” their ground-breaking collaboration… Read more
Justin Cone • 18 years ago

Three Legged Legs: Humans!

 In a style reminiscent of Psyop’s Anthem, Three Legged Legs’ Humans! is a charming little short that debuted at the Otis Senior Show last week.… Read more
Justin Cone • 18 years ago

The coke taste of machinima

 I’m sure by now we all are familiar with what machinima is, or at least have seen it’s most popular representative, red vs. blue. If… Read more
Tread • 18 years ago

Audi “Emotions”

 Here’s a cleverly concepted, deftly executed car commercial that doesn’t show one single image of the car. It’s a nice respite from all the zooming,… Read more
Justin Cone • 18 years ago

Joseph Kosinski: Gears of War

 The new Gears of War trailer is noteworthy for several reasons. One, it’s directed by one of my favorite CG-centric filmmakers, Joseph Kosinski, formerly of… Read more
Justin Cone • 18 years ago

Leftchannel Does East and West

 Leftchannel has recently posted a couple very different projects for two very different markets. The first is an insane :30 spot for Japanese beverage-maker Kirin.… Read more
Justin Cone • 18 years ago

The Unsung Art of Screenwashes

 About a month before Inspire, we realized we needed something on the screens between presentations and during introductions. “Yeah, like one of those looped animation… Read more
Justin Cone • 18 years ago

New Feature: nailgun* Interview

 Recently, I had a phone conversation with nailgun* co-founders Michael Waldron (Creative Director) and Erik van der Wilden (Director of Editorial and Animation). We chatted… Read more
Justin Cone • 18 years ago

Mekanism Channels Cuteness for BP

 Mekanism recently crafted a series of character-driven, flat-shaded 3D spots that leverage the power of cuteness to inject a sense of a playfulness and positivity… Read more
Justin Cone • 17 years ago

Raquel Falkenbach updates

 Raquel Falkenbach, previously part of Nakd (2003-2004) and Lobo (2005-2006) has recently updated her site with a lot of new work. The majority of the… Read more
Jon Saunders • 17 years ago

Diesel Holographic Fashion Show

 It’s been really interesting seeing what new mediums motion graphic design spreads to. Clothing company, Diesel, recently implemented some holographic technology to use in a… Read more
Tread • 17 years ago

Stardust for NYSE

 Although it’s a bit on the small side (320×240 video is *so* 2005), this NYSE spot from Stardust is a nice ride through surreal landscapes.… Read more
Justin Cone • 17 years ago