Gary Thomas is the Creative Director of the rag-tag group of uber-talented artists at Crush, and yet another Sheridan College animation grad taking part in our series. Of course Gary graduated a ‘few’ years ago in the 80s.
http://www.animationcareerreview.com/articles/crushs-gary-thomas-offers-tangible-advice-aspiring-animators
CRUSH delivers another rich spot for Royal Canadian Mi
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CRUSH Inc is Royal
We were approached way back when it was cold, about a project for the Mint, promoting the design of their new coins. Yoho, Julia and Gary were thrilled to work on the project, partially because it was a chance to work with the team at Y&R (Joe & Darcy, Francheska & Macelo, & Jacqueline), and partially because the spots were so well suited to what we do. Crush worked with the agency closely from the beginning, producing fully realized pieces to help bring the clients through the process. “Parks” began in July and was delivered at the end of September with Yoho leading the project. Julia designed the end mnemonic and CG animation was added by Leo and Josh. The project allowed us to create something really beautiful, and illustrative that celebrates the beauty of the country. We looked to the National Film Board for reference, as well as the work our designers have done on their own in the past. It was a dream project and we’ll be really sad when it’s over.
“Inspired by Charles Spearin’s wonderful album of the same name.” This was our second time taking part in The Happiness Project. This time we joined forces with a bunch of great artists and Artists Bloc to create an interactive installation-based exhibit at Oz Studios in Toronto. BlogTo came out and loved it. Maybe you should check it out too. It is still running at Oz Studios until October 15th. For more info click here!
CRUSH Inc brings happiness and talent to The Happiness Project
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They CRUSHed the competition. The Love/Hate piece that they did for Leo Burnett won Gold Online Single and they also took home a Craft Award for Compositing and another for Special Effects.
GO CRUSH GO!
