The Climb Alex Deaton Preston Gibson animated short film | STASH MAGAZINE

“The Climb” by Alex Deaton and Preston Gibson

Co-directors Alex Deaton and Preston Gibson: “Clinging to a frosty mountain side, a lone climber faces the elements while battling his inner demons. Will he survive? Will he reach the summit? Do you even care even at all even?” [Watch]

Encyclopedia Pictura DIY Cartoon Network animated series | STASH MAGAZINE

Honor, Friendship, and Doing Stuff!

Isaiah Saxon and Sean Hellfritsch (aka Encyclopedia Pictura) the fearless duo behind innovative work for Panda Bear and Ikea, transition to kids’ TV with an animated series about “fearless geeks who stand for honor, friendship, and doing stuff!” [Watch]

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Nike “Football JDI World Cup 2018” Spots by Aixsponza

A series of striking spots showcasing four models of Nike football boots in prep for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia – from the masters of such things: Munich 3D mavens Aixsponza. [Watch]

“Tonosawa Station” Loop

One of the more beautiful loops you will see today (or any other day) – designed and animated by Detroit duo Nick Parente and Billy Chitkin, inspired by “a beautiful train station” in Hakone, Japan. [Watch]

Velco Hook & Loop Alexa Sirbu Lukas Vojir animated film | STASH MAGAZINE

VELCRO® “Hook & Loop” by Alexa Sirbu and Lukas Vojir

The last time we saw London 3D artists Alexa Sirbu and Lukas Vojir join forces the result was a splendid personal project called “flow/er.” With “Hook & Loop,” the duo apply their prodigious CG skills to a brand film for VELCRO® brand fasteners. [Watch]

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Gatorade “Heart of a Lio” by Gizmo

Lionel Messi’s quest to bring the World Cup home to Argentina continues this summer in Russia and this four-minute tale, lovingly crafted by Gizmo in Buenos Aires, provides a spectacular recap of the man and the challenges he’s faced since childhood. [Watch]