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Key visual of 'Stories of the Sea' on a banner
'Stories of the Sea' is a learning event that makes marine biology accessible to children and families. The event was initiated by Ayala Malls in partnership with the Mind Museum and the California Academy of Sciences.
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Key visual of 'Stories of the Sea'
I art directed a key visual for the event's launch in 2016. Reminiscent of early hand-made scientific illustrations, the commissioned digital illustration uses natural painted textures to depict marine life.
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Illustrations by Louis Renard, early 18th Century, images courtesy of the Biodiversity Heritage Library
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Key visual of 'Stories of the Sea' on a banner
CREDITS
Art Direction: Byron Co
Illustrator: Unknown
Associate Creative Director (Copy): Abi Capa
Creative Director: Manuel Villafrania
Agency: TBWA\ SMP
Client: Ayala Malls with the Mind Museum, etc.