We Are FLINK, Hamburg Germany

We Are Flink is a Hamburg, Germany based studio that is blurring boundaries between design, computer graphics, visual effects and live-action. Fearless of unconventional approaches they merge innovative thinking and a broad range of production techniques. Their award-winning team specializes in mastering the art of multidisciplinary motion content creation.Their steadily growing network of collaborators and contributors from diverse backgrounds additionally broadens their capabilities and productivity. As stated on their website : We invent, we direct and we guide.
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Today I am featuring 2 of their projects.



This first one is for A European Auto maker SKODA, which features a 3D world made of paper. Amazing compositing and attention to detail is what first caught my eye when I saw this film. It starts with a sheet of paper and folds into an incredible 3D world made of the same material, then at the end, folds back into a portfolio showcasing the design skills of an auto designer.
It won many awards including:

Cannes Lions 2012 - Shortlist - Filmcraft Animation
New York Festivals 2012 - Advertising - Bronze World Medal - Animation
New York Festivals 2012 - Advertising - Finalist - Special Effects
CLIO Awards 2012 - Film - Animation - Silver
New York Festivals 2012 - TV & Film - Gold World Medal - Animation
New York Festivals 2012 - TV & Film - Gold World Medal - Public Relation
Die Klappe 2012 - Visual Effects - Bronze
Eurobest 2011 - Film Craft - Animation - Gold
Eurobest 2011 - Film Craft - Visual Effects - Silver




The next feature is for VW, China, and features morphing cars. The 3D in this commercial is phenomenal, starting from a shiny blue blob, morphing into various versions of VW models, eventually transforming into the VW logo. The white BG and floor reflections and shadows were what made this spot stand out to me. I also enjoyed the jelly like quality of the morphing cars.