Projects

After a night out, two strangers wake up to find themselves handcuffed together in bed, forcing them to be stuck in each other’s lives until they figure a way out.

Director // Joe Carter

DOP  // Steve Cardno

Editor // Edd Maggs

Producer // Olivia Gifford

Title Graphic // Robbie Dickson

Davie Bryce's Calton Athletic is a documentary by Jonnie Lewis and Euan Myles about the Scottish abstinence-based recovery group whose members acted as a source of inspiration for the Trainspotting films.

Calton Athletic Recovery Group has been helping individuals recover from drug and alcohol addiction through their unique abstinence based programme since 1985. Their main aim is to provide support through weekly recovery meetings, as well as various physical activities, both of of which they believe integral to achieve and sustain long term recovery.

Calton Athletic Recovery Group is a registered charity that is solely reliant on self-generated funds at present. They are currently providing a limited service on a voluntary capacity from rented premises in the East End of Glasgow.

This film features as an extra on the Trainspotting 2 DVD release.

Director // Euan Myles

DOP/Editor // Jonnie Lewis

‍

‍

Filmed over 5 years, the BAFTA-winning feature documentary Dying to Divorce takes viewers into the heart of Turkey's gender-based violence crisis and the recent political events that have eroded democratic freedoms. Through intimately shot stories, the film gives a unique perspective on the struggle to be an independent woman in modern Turkey.

Director // Chloe Fairweather

Producer // Sinead Kirwan

‍

‍

‍

The Long Game is a dynamic 2D animation which was brought to life from start to finish entirely in-house at Bloc.

‍

Client // Baillie Gifford
Creative Director // Robbie Dickson 
Script Development // Neil Rolland / Robbie Dickson 
Motion Graphics // Robbie Dickson / Nicol Craig 
Illustration // Marta Croce 
Music Composition & Sound Design // Patrick Collins  

The greening of the Arctic tundra: Ecologist Isla Myers-Smith researches how tundra plants respond to climate change and what it means for future ecosystems.

See the project here

Client // National Geographic 

Production // The Edinburgh Film Co

Creative Director // Dimitri Kevgas (Disney)

Editor // Robbie Dickson

Cinematographer // Jonnie Lewis

Producer // Luke Moodley

Stills // Euan Myles

‍

A recent animation project for Baillie Gifford to introduce the core principles of the company to audiences worldwide. Produced in-house at Bloc. 

Creative Director // Robbie Dickson 
Script Development // Neil Rolland / Robbie Dickson 
Motion Graphics // Robbie Dickson / Esther Du / Nicol Craig 
Illustration // Marta Croce 
Music Composition & Sound Design // Patrick Collins

.

A film created with Eyebolls for Innis & Gunn to promote their limited edition beer "Vanishing Point". Post-production, animation, music composition and sound design all produced in-house at Bloc.

Client: Innis & Gunn
Agency: Bright Signals
Production: Eyebolls
Post-production: Bloc
Creative: Guy Vickerstaff
Director / Producer: Victoria Watson
DOP / Photographer: David Lee
Animation Director: Robbie Dickson
Animation: Robbie Dickson, Esther Du, Fabio Scaglione
Music Composition & Sound Design: Patrick Collins

3D animation by Andy de Vries for Caramel, a US start up designed to help smooth the bumpy road of buying and selling a motor. Worked on with Saulo at Y Media Labs.

Andy de Vries showcases a range of 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics and AR projects in his latest showreel.

An engaging animation for Spotify, encapsulating the work of their Global Curation Groups, crafted by Andy de Vries. Through vibrant visuals, the animation communicates the diversity and expertise of Spotify’s editorial team, highlighting their dedication to bringing a wide array of music to a global audience.

Hidden Door is a volunteer-run music and arts festival that transforms derelict buildings and urban spaces into a platform for artists, musicians, theatre makers, filmmakers and poets. It’s been great to watch the festival grow steadily since 2014 into one of the city’s main cultural events, bringing in some of the best acts around.

Robbie Dickson // Director/Design/Animation
Nicol Craig // Camera/Animation
Tim Askew // Camera

‍

At Bloc, we've worked with Skyscanner on a number of exciting projects - from crafting elegant UI animations to putting together captivating Youtube bumpers and social media content.

Client // Skyscanner

Art Director // James Bradley

Producers // James Rose & Tanith Williamson

Motion Graphics // Robbie Dickson & Tim Laking

Sound Design // Patrick Collins

‍

Venture into a world like no other with Troy Edige's showreel. As a DOP and colourist, he has used his passions for adventure and creating visceral imagery to take him on an incredible journey across the globe

‍

Widdershins is Scotland's very first steampunk animation. This fast paced BAFTA award-winning short, by writer, director and animator Simon P. Biggs, blends science fiction and Victorian period drama to explore the consequences of automation and artificial intelligence on our lives.

This parallel world is brought to life in an illustrative black and white style, and features the voice talent of award winning actor Brian Cox (Succession, Manhunter, X-Men 2).

Funded by the Scottish Film Talent Network in partnership with Screen Scotland and BFI Network, Widdershins premiered at the Edinburgh International Film Festival in the summer of 2018, and has since screened at over sixty film festivals around the world, and has received ten awards, including a BAFTA Scotland award for Best Animation.

‍

Simon Williamson brings us a captivating glimpse into Melbourne with his short film 'Feelings', offering an immersive view of the city through his acclaimed lens.

‍

DOP, Editor, Colourist // Simon Williamson

'Around the Block' is a passion project by Jonnie Lewis that focuses on American street artist David Zinn, famous for his heart-warming street drawings, composed of chalk, charcoal and found objects.

I began work on it through my own sense of creative frustration, with the loose idea being 'I want to go and make a film about a street artist'.

But when it came to editing it, it felt more apt for it to become an analogy for what it's like to be involved in the creative process that perhaps anyone in a creative industry can identify with.

Much like David finds inspiration in the cracks, streaks and specks on the pavement, I personally find that getting out and finding shots with a camera in my hand is far more fluid and inspiring than sitting at home and trying to come up with ideas.

The final piece is no longer a film specifically about street art, but a study of the process involved in making ideas come to life - told through a tour of David's world alongside the characters that live within it.

If nothing else, hopefully it encourages someone else to go out and create something just... because.

Director/DOP/Editor // Jonnie Lewis
Animation // The 2D Workshop
Colourist // Gavin Livingston
Sound Design // John Vick

A showreel of cinematography work by Jonnie Lewis, featuring a hand-picked selection of his personal and commercial projects from the past few years.

Through this energetic score composed by Adrian Leung, the viewer is taken on a journey to Lagos, Nigeria and introduced to Taye: reigning Dambe boxing champion of his local community. Often known as "Fight Club - Nigerian style," this fiercely competitive sport has been mostly undocumented – until now.

Composer // Adrian Leung

‍

This abstract animation, produced in-house at Bloc, is part of the career development programme for graduates, internships, and apprenticeships at Baillie Gifford.

Client // Baillie Gifford

Production // Bloc

Creative Director // Robbie Dickson

Script Development // Neil Rolland, Robbie Dickson, Esther Du

Animation // Robbie Dickson & Esther Du

Illustration // Marta Croce

Sound Design // Patrick Collins

‍

Charlie Parker has earned a reputation as multi-talented director, showcasing an impressive array of skills in comedy, drama and action. Through his showreel we get an exclusive look into some thrilling moments from his impressive body of work; it's clear he always strives to deliver something special for viewers.

‍

We recently created a series of animated films that help illustrate the complex world of investment banking. Through thoughtfully crafted abstract visuals, this project allows us to take viewers on an insightful journey into understanding key concepts within Scottish Mortgage's financial offerings.

Client // Baillie Gifford

Production // Bloc

Creative Director // Robbie Dickson

Animation // Robbie Dickson, Tim Laking, Esther Du

Illustration // KJ Illo

Sound Design // Patrick Collins

‍

‍

This urgent film beds in with Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrations, offering a front line portrait of four young protesters through a year of struggle. We see their hopes for a freer life and feel their fears as the authorities crack down. Pulse-racing scenes bring the viewer to street level, where peaceful protest is met with fury and tear gas. Clear-eyed about the complications and contradictions that come with a movement that changed Hong Kong forever, it is a brave document of troubled times.

The feature-length film was showcased at cinemas throughout the UK.

Producers // Sinead Kirwan and Mark Lacey

Composer // Adrian Leung

Sound Mix // Patrick Collins

‍

Deep in the remote Peruvian Amazon a road is quietly destroying a protected rainforest, causing conflict and fear. But for some indigenous communities, desperate for change, it also brings hope.

The road is cutting through a UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Manu Biosphere Reserve - and opening it up to the outside world.

Many indigenous communities are struggling to live in this 'paradise' and the road brings the promise of a better life. But at what cost?

Visit: voicesontheroadfilm.com to find out more.

Credits:
Co-Directors and co-producers: Bethan John and Eilidh Munro
Executive Producers: Neville Shulman CBE and Evie Wright
Editor: Erika Iesse
Cinematography: Eilidh Munro and Bethan John
Expedition teammate and lead translator: Jennifer Serrano Rojas
Graphic effects and Motion designer: Andrei Staruiala
Music: Chris Bradley
Colourist: Simon Williamson
Sound design: John Vick, Finiflex
Impact Coordinator: Juriko Rupay
Advisor and film translator: Eduardo Salazar

‍

Step Up Your Game with Footlocker's Community Basketball Campaign! Join the action as local basketball players showcase their skills in a collection of engaging videos across social media and web content. Graded by Simon Williamson, this campaign delivers high-energy footage that matches the global standard set by Footlocker's other successful campaigns.

Agency // Wasserman

Colourist // Simon Williamson

Official music video for Beatnik Dee & Pheo’s Patience. Shot in LA by Simon Williamson on the Blackmagic Micro Cinema Camera.

Director/DOP/Colourist/Editor // Simon Williamson 

‍

John Duncan's captivating aerial cinematography paints a majestic picture of Scotland, inviting viewers on an awe-inspiring journey through 100 stunning locations.

‍

Ever since Mike Guest first took a camera into water he has been transfixed, mesmerised and spellbound by the skin of the ocean, where liquid meets air. Each of us has a unique relationship with the ocean. Some fear it, some play with it, it keeps us fit, it soothes our minds, and it's part of the lungs and lifeblood of this planet. It's also one of the largest potential sources of clean energy.

Thanks to Orbital Marine Power for allowing us cut this piece together from a trip filming the ground-breaking work they are carrying out in tidal energy.

The film came about from editor Robbie saying how he just kept getting lost in the same small moments just above and bellow the surface of thew water. Mike reached out to pianist Jennifer Austin and musician David Jack and soon The Moments In Between was born.

Cinematographer // Mike Guest

Editor // Robbie Dickson

Composers // Jennifer Austin & David Jack

Colourist // Troy Edige

‍

Title sequence created by Robbie Dickson as a submission to Filmsupply's EditFest competition, which went on to reach 2nd place amongst the title sequences with over 300 votes.

Creative/Motion Designer/Editor // Robbie Dickson

Sound Design // Patrick Collins

This collages-style short video by Esther Du introduces The Voice Distillery’s AI-driven VoiceOver platform online.

‍

Client - Voice Distillery

Production - Infinite Content & Esther Du

Creative Direction - Richard Lindsay & Esther Du

Motion Graphics - Esther Du & Alexa Tucek

Illustration - Artem Starchenko

‍

Uk hip-hop legend, Joker Starr joins forces with Micall Parknsun and DJ Jazz T to create a mesmerizing music video under the direction of filmmaker Simon Williamson. Get ready for an explosive mix of world class talent!

DOP, edit & motion graphics // Simon Williamson

‍

Visit Scotland television commercial campaign. 6 people, who don't know Scotland, discover it on a road trip of a lifetime. Each day a new episode of the days activities screened on E4 with the audience deciding what the group do next via Twitter.

Directors // Lewis Gourlay and Abby Warrilow

Writer // Lewis Gourlay

Producer // Andy Maas

Executive Producer Baldwin Li

DOP // Andrew Begg

2nd Camera // Gavin White

Editor // Erika Iesse

Sound Recordist // Merlin Bonning

Location Manager // Mickey Ferguson

Motion Graphics // Robbie Dickson

Composer // Callum Rankine

Production Company // The Chase Films

‍

Showcasing his motion graphics work, Nicol Craig features a collection of projects from both his work with Bloc and his personal portfolio.

‍

0.00 - 0.01 

Intro

Design & Animation: Nicol Craig

0.01 - 0.05

Client: Hidden Door Festival

Director/Motion Graphics: Robbie Dickson (Bloc Collective)

Camera & Motion Graphics: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Camera: Tim Askew

Music: Hyrule by Theevs

0.05 - 0.07

Client: Friends Legal

Agency: Family Communications / Lane Agency

Creative Directors: David Isaac & Kevin Bird

Storyboard & Illustration: Bill Walsh (Wing Design)

Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Production Coordinator: Alice Mitchell

Sound Design & Mix: David Jack (Decca Tree)

0.07 - 0.09

Illustrator: Kimberley Carpenter @thunder_and_icecream

Animation / Sound Design: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.09 - 0.11

Client: Ustwo Games

Agency: Studio Something

Animator: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Illustrator: Ken Clark (Studio Something)

0.11 - 0.13 

Animated self portrait (loop). 

Design & Animation: Nicol J Craig (Play North)

0.13 - 0.14 

Client: Friends Legal

Agency: Family Communications / Lane Agency

Creative Directors: David Isaac & Kevin Bird

Storyboard & Illustration: Bill Walsh (Wing Design)

Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Production Coordinator: Alice Mitchell

Sound Design & Mix: David Jack (Decca Tree)

0.14 - 0.16 

Client: Glen Scotia

Agency: Multiply

Motion & Sound: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Illustration: Graeme Clark

0.16 - 0.18

Client: Baillie Gifford

Production: Bloc Collective

Creative Director: Robbie Dickson

Animation: Robbie Dickson, Nicol Craig, Esther Durnberger

0.18 - 0.21

Shapes Loop

Design, Animation & Sound Design: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.21 - 0.23 

Client: Wood Group 

Production: Bloc Collective

Creative Director: Robbie Dickson

Animation: Robbie Dickson, Nicol Craig, Esther Durnberger

Illustrator: Marta Croce

0.23 - 0.24 

Collage

Design, Animation & Sound Design: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.24 - 0.27

New York

Design & Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.27 - 0.28

Client: Penhaligon

Stop Motion & Director: Katy Beveridge

Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.29 - 0.30

Aphelion Music Video

Design, Compositing & Drone: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.30 - 0.32

Title Sequence

Design, Animation & Drone: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.32 - 0.34

Client: Baillie Gifford

Creative Director: Robbie Dickson

Animator: Nicol Craig

Illustrator: Marta Croce

0.34 - 0.38

Client: Friends Legal

Agency: Family Communications / Lane Agency

Creative Directors: David Isaac & Kevin Bird

Storyboard & Illustration: Bill Walsh (Wing Design)

Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Production Coordinator: Alice Mitchell

Sound Design & Mix: David Jack (Decca Tree)

0.38 - 0.40

Client: One Charity

Production: Melt The Fly

Dir: Austen McCowan

Motion Design: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Cel Animation: Owen Rixon (The 2d Workshop)

Sound Design: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Sound Mix: John Vick (Finiflex)

0.40 - 0.42

Aphelion Music Video

Design, Compositing & Drone: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.42 - 0.44

Client: Glen Scotia

Agency: Multiply

Motion & Sound: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Illustration: Graeme Clark

0.44- 0.48

Instagram Post 1

Powerful Little Storm

Animator: Nicol Craig

Illustrator: Kimberley Carpenter (@thunder_and_icecream)

Instagram Post 2

Jazz Guitar hero Loop

Design & Animation: Nicol Craig

Instagram Post 3 & 4

Design: Nicol Craig

0.48 - 0.52

The Long Game

Client: Baillie Gifford

Creative Director: Robbie Dickson

Animator: Nicol Craig

Illustrator: Marta Croce

0.52 - 0.54

Client: One Charity

Production: Melt The Fly

Dir: Austen McCowan

Motion Design: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Cel Animation: Owen Rixon (The 2d Workshop)

Sound Design: Nicol Craig (Play North)

Sound Mix: John Vick (Finiflex)

0.54 - 0.56

New York

Design & Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.56 - 0.58

Play text loop

Design & Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

0.58 - 1.00

Outro

Design & Animation: Nicol Craig (Play North)

‍

John Duncan's most recent Scotland film, and the 3rd to gain a coveted Vimeo staff pick, was shot over 7 months at 21 stunning locations in Scotland. From as the far north as Muckle Flugga at the very top of Shetland to the prehistoric wonder of Britain’s highest sea stacks near St Kilda, some 40 miles west of the Outer Hebrides.

Bloc's Florian Viale showcases his skill for creating striking colour palettes in this engaging showreel, displaying a mastery of the craft.

‍

Bloc's Lindsay Watson crafted an eloquent edit for Vanity Fair, showcasing the beauty and grace of Indian superstar Priyanka Chopra.

‍

Editor // Lindsay Watson

‍

Mini Cooper Mexico commercial, made in collaboration with Gatopardo Magazine. This high-energy spot showcases the sleek design and powerful performance of the Mini as it speeds through city streets and country roads.

Director: Cecilia Villaverde
Producer: Emilio de la Vega
DOP: Cedric Gall
Edit: Cecilia Villaverde & Cedric Gall
Color Grade: Cedric Gall
Aerial cinematography by Santiago Arau

‍

When a Pictish farm is besieged by an endless winter, an adolescent girl must defy her father and his traditions to venture out beyond their family glen in search of a mysterious evergreen figure, the Burry Man, who has the power to bring springtime to the land.

BURRY MAN is a short animated film written and directed by Simon P. Biggs and produced by Ross McKenzie Devil May Care Entertainment.

‍

‘Born and Raised’ is the first in a series of 4 films by Great Brink which focusses on the values upon which Loch Duart was founded. The film gives you a glimpse of the farm teams who live and work in the communities of the Outer Hebrides where we raise our world-renowned salmon.

This job had a small and nibble crew which allowed us to work quickly as well as having the ability to change plans last minute due to weather and operational changes with boats and such like out at the pens.

The title ‘Born and Raised’ refers to both the people who have lived and worked in the Outer Hebrides and Sutherland for generations and to Loch Duart’s unique lineage of salmon which can be traced back to the wild salmon which have been swimming in Scottish waters for millennia.

In the film Ruairidh Macleod, Assistant Site Manager at Loch Duart, explains just how intrinsically linked Loch Duart salmon is to the local community and to the environment in which he lives and works.

Director // Euan Myles

Producer/Art Dept // Laura Strong – Great Brink

DOP / Drone // John Duncan

Camera Assistant //DigiNorth

Editor // John Duncan

Sound Mix // Finiflex

Colour Grade // Troy Edige

Music // Braw Sailin

Motion Graphics // Simon Biggs/Robbie Dickson

‍

‍

Jodie Comer, star of Killing Eve and Vogue-approved fashion icon, shines in a stunning editorial shoot expertly crafted by editor Lindsay Watson.

‍

From stunning landscapes to intimate close-ups, Cedric Gall's cinematography reel showcases his work on projects shot on Alexa, Red, Blackmagic, Sony, Canon and Fuji cameras.

‍

Through 'The Ripple Effect', Mike Guest shares a journey of his personal growth and the development of resilience in times of challenge. A powerful, honest account  of how the project helped him process his mental health over the pandemic.

Director & DOP // John Duncan
Underwater Footage // Mike Guest & Tim Askew
Additional Footage // Rob Waugh
Sound Design // Barry Jackson
Dubbing Mixer & Sound Design // Paul Flitcroft
Music // David Jack
Colour Grading // Troy Edge

‍

‍

"A road trip pushes a dysfunctional family to the brink after their journey descends into a claustrophobic hallucinatory nightmare."

THE MöBIUS TRIP is a raw and experiential portrayal of a family unit, void of connection, confined in a car and trapped in their fated familial roles. Written, directed and edited by Simone Smith. Produced by White Stag Films. Funded by Sharp Shorts, BFI and Screen Scotland. Currently getting ready to kick off it's film festival tour in 2023

Sound by Patrick Collins

John Duncan's aerial film, 'Wild Scotland', beautifully captures the breathtaking wilds of this majestic country. From the Highlands and Islands on one coast to John O'Groats and North Berwick on another, viewers can enjoy just a glimpse of what makes Scotland so wonderfully unique.

Filming & Edit // John Duncan

Sound Mix // Pete Smith

Colour Grade // Drew Gibson

In the remote Northern Territories of Pakistan, polo has been a part of life for centuries. As teams from rivalling valleys get ready to meet on the world’s highest polo ground, Chitral leader Sikander Ul Mulk reflects on his long career and the sacrifices he had to make to follow his dreams.

‍

DOP, Editor & Colourist // Troy Edige

Enjoy the breathtaking visuals of Brett Currie's showreel. From stunning outdoor shots to cinematic brand films, it showcases Brett's talent and creativity.

With his solo project, Drexler, Adrian has produced a stunning track titled “Lightness”. The accompanying music video is directed by Ben Ogunbiyi and Bobby Williams - an impressive combination of creative minds.

Written, recorded and performed by Adrian Leung

‍

Tish Murtha’s images of those on the margins of society challenged and documented the inequality faced by working-class communities, and in equal measures celebrated what it means to be working-class.

TISH is a journey of exploration for Ella; a chance to elevate and preserve Tish’s legacy and tell the story of an artist and a woman outside of the mother that existed for her. The documentary will present an intimate exploration of Tish’s motivations and political views, the challenges she faced as a young working-class woman from the Northeast, and the value society places on working-class communities and artists.

The feature-length film is directed by Paul Sng (Poly Styrene: I Am A Cliché, Dispossession) and produced by Jen Corcoran (Hide and Seek) through Teesside-based Freya Films and Sng's Velvet Joy Productions, with cinematography by Hollie Galloway and The voice of Tish will be played by Maxine Peake.

Editor // Lindsay Watson

TISH will be released in summer 2023, funded by BBC, BFI and Screen Scotland.

‍

‍

We recently created a series of animated films that help illustrate the complex world of investment banking. Through thoughtfully crafted abstract visuals, this project allows us to take viewers on an insightful journey into understanding key concepts within Scottish Mortgage's financial offerings.

Client // Baillie Gifford

Production // Bloc

Creative Director // Robbie Dickson

Animation // Robbie Dickson, Tim Laking, Esther Du

Illustration // KJ Illo

Sound Design // Patrick Collins

‍

Christmas, 1995. Two strangers become trapped in an escalating nightmare when they are forced to follow instructions from a series of red envelopes. To escape, they must confront past demons - but they soon discover their secrets are closely connected.

‍

WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY

Owen Gower

PRODUCED BY

Roisin Kelly

Sinead Kirwan

Mark Lacey

Owen Gower

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS

Stefan Allesch-Taylor

Tibo Travers

PRODUCTION COMPANIES

Enemy Films

Sweetdoh Films

CINEMATOGRAPHY

Steve Cardno

EDITOR

Roddy McDonald

STORY BY

Owen Gower & Amelia Lavington

INSPIRED BY

Closed Caskets by George Chalmers

PRODUCTION DESIGNER

Gail Bowman

MAKE UP DESIGNER

Madeleine Drewell

COSTUME DESIGNER

Linzi Thompson

1ST AD

Rory Stewart

ORIGINAL SCORE / COMPOSER

Richard Canavan

SOUND DESIGNER & RE-CORDING MIXER

Enos Desjardins

CASTING

Simone Pereira Hind

CAST

(In order of appearance)

Radio Announcer - Gregor Firth

Billy - James Harkness

Taxi Driver- John Stahl

Thin Man - Stuart Curlett

Second Man - James McLean

Sarah - Kate Dickie

Policemen:

Simon Weir

Nik Mackenzie

Stevie Douglas

Stephen Kerr

Andrew Coleman

Alex Mason

Michael Hodgson

Jonathan Leitch

Jamie Lonsdale

Police Voice Artists:

Gregor Firth

Stuart Curlett

John Stahl

Body Double For James Harkness

David Scott

SOUND RECORDIST

Alan Henry

ART DIRECTOR

Aaron Close

FOCUS PULLER

Clyde Jones

Micheal Neal

Kier O’Donnell

2ND AC

Sil Derkx

Alan Muszynski

Lauren Gardiner

CAMERA TRAINEE

Daniel Strasser

DRONE OP

Sam Short

GRIP

Richi Holt

GAFFER

Stuart Anderson

BEST BOY

Robyn O’Donnell

SCRIPT EDITOR

Consuelo Meseguer Cortés

EDIT CONSULTANT

Tom Herington

SFX SUPERVISOR

Perry Costello

SFX TECHNICIAN

Nefi Noufal

ONLINE EDITOR

Florian Viale

VISUAL EFFECTS

Andrew Donaldson

PLATES SUPPLIED BY

Driving Plates UK

FOLEY ARTIST & EDITOR

Tapio Liukkonen

ADDITIONAL SOUND RECORDISTS

Jaimie Sotelo

Dougie Fairgrieve

Kyle Allan

Simon Hay

ART DEPT ASSISTANT

Sophie Lant

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Lewis Macdonald

ADDITIONAL SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT

Adam Espley

Stuart Curlett

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Joe Jones

Aaron De Moneri

Louise Paterson

RUNNERS

Simon Guy

Eilidh Leiper

LOCATION SCOUT

Nik Mackenzie

CAR PROVIDERS

Andrew Findlay

Rory Mathieson

WEBSITE

Simon Guy

STILLS PHOTOGRAPHER

Ross John Aitken

‍

‍

Filmed over a period of 2 years, Brett Currie's aerial film showcases Scotland in all its glory. From East to West, the Highlands to the Islands, this passion project has taken him all over Scotland throughout the seasons whilst capturing the varied landscapes in different conditions. During this taste of Scotland, you will travel to the Isle of Skye and see the famous Old Man of Storr, witness the incredible sights encountered along the North Coast 500 route, escape to the truly unique Isle of Mull, take in the vibrant autumn colours of Perthshire, see Glencoe in the snow as well as many other truly incredible places in Scotland.

A short branded content piece by John Duncan focused on the photography of Paul Sanders to promote Fujifilm's latest GF23mm lens.

Director // John Duncan

DOP // Jonnie Lewis

A dance film by Jennifer Paterson, Lewis Gourlay & Abby Warrilow.

‍

Jennifer Paterson - Director / Choreographer
Abby Warrilow - Director / Choreographer
Lewis Gourlay - Director / Editor / VFX artist
Freya Jeffs - Dancer
Lewis Gourlay - Writer
Andrew Begg - DOP
Sefa Ucbas - Focus Puller
Imogen Michel - Aerial Performance Rigger
Freya Pellie - aerial rigging assistant
Suzanne Heffron - Production Co-ordinator
Stuart Anderson - Lighting assistant
Karen Shields - Makeup 
Simon Fildes - Commissioner

‍

Working with The Leith Agency and Eyebolls, we collaborated on our fourth film for Road Safety Scotland's Breathtaking Roads campaign. This series features awe-inspiring Scottish scenery alongside critical safety tips, reminding us all that life is most beautiful when enjoyed responsibly.

Agency // The Leith Agency

Production // Eyebolls

Post-production // Bloc

Editor // Robbie Dickson

Grade & VFX // Florian Viale

Director // Chris Watson

DOP // Archie Short

Drone // Aerial Frontiers

Audio // Finiflex

‍

Sophia's World is a collection of animated loops that were showcased during a conference discussing the prospects of life in 2050. The films depict a futuristic world where technology and nature coexist seamlessly, presenting ingenious resolutions to global challenges like climate change, energy, and transportation. From script development to creative direction, animation, and technical delivery, Bloc managed every aspect of the process.

‍

Cagoule are an international directing team who make cinematic tv commercials, edgy music videos and exclusive online content. Their combined skills merge live action, movement and motion graphics to create fresh, quirky and imaginative films. Cagoule's directors are Lewis Gourlay and Abby Warrilow.

​

‍

We had the honor of crafting a unique opening sequence for Studio Something's irreverent BBC football show, A View from the Terrace. In addition to creating this memorable introduction, we also animated a suite of visuals that are featured throughout the show.

Broadcaster // BBC Scotland

Agency // Studio Something

Motion Graphics // Robbie Dickson

‍

Take a glimpse into the world of DOP Simon Williamson through his captivating showreel. With a diverse range of work including music videos, short films, brand films, and serene Scottish landscapes, Simon's showreel showcases his artistic vision and technical expertise. From subtle nuances to breathtaking visuals, Simon's work is a testament to his passion for cinematography.

A girl hikes across remote moorland. On a hill in the distance, stands a lone building, which she discovers is a long abandoned school hall. A little sun penetrates the dirty glass. An upright piano sits in the far corner. She takes off her muddy boots and with confidence in her gait, strides across to the piano and pulls it by one corner. The rusted wheels are jammed and it pivots, creating an arc. A line is carved in layers of compacted dust and the ancient wooden floor splinters with the weight of the instrument.

In the centre of the room, hinged on one foot, she extends her leg and rotates swiftly and with graceful power. Her feet trace, etch and carve in circular movements, creating marks in the layers of dirt. Her body contorts. She throws herself in controlled but frenetic choreography. The movements increase in size and vigour as a pattern emerges. Finally she stands back to witness the impression her dance has etched on the floor.

Abby Warrilow -Director / Choreographer
Lewis Gourlay -Director / Editor / VFX artist
Victoria Watson - Producer
Joanne Pirrie - Dancer
Abby warrilow - Writer
Andrew Begg - DOP
Sefa Ucbas / Damian Leitch - Focus Puller
Josh Rowe - Camera Assistant
Derrick Ritchie - Gaffer
Paul Lambie - Art Director
Callum Rankine - Composer
John Vic - Sound Design
Costume and makeup - Karen Brown
Executive Producer - Rhona Drummond
Associate Producer - Simon Fildes
Aerials - Aerial Frontiers

‍

Jura is an Island off the west coast of Scotland where deer outnumber humans by 40:1. This film is in fond memory of Peter Campbell who sadly passed away earlier this year. No one knew Jura and its deer better than him. And although very ill at the time he gave his incredible knowledge and wonderful voice to the film.

Director // Euan Myles
DOP/Editor // Jonnie Lewis
Colourist // Simon Williamson
Sound Design // John Vick

‍

Joe Carter and Writer Morna Pearson introduce this Scottish BAFTA nominated film. Shot entirely in Elgin, and featuring a cast of new actors from the area, this short film tells the story of Isla, a feisty but isolated young girl who finds the attention she needs when she chances upon a dead body in a derelict building.

This explainer video, created by Esther Du, showcases Identify HR's "IHR HUB" platform on their website.

Client - Identify HR
Production - Esther Du
Creative Direction - Esther Du
Motion Graphics - Esther Du & Alexa Tucek
Illustration - Artem Starchenko

‍

Producer showreel for Steven Jeram showcasing a range of shorts, docs, and commercials created over the last two years.

Adrian crafted a delicate yet impactful piano score to enhance the emotional resonance of this Barnardo's TV ad. Through his music, Adrian was able to capture Luke’s heartfelt home life while simultaneously infusing it with optimism and hope that complements the narrative in an artful yet unobtrusive way.

Composer // Adrian Leung

‍

Step into a haunting world with Steven Jeram's 'The Gnome', a one-minute horror short that has premiered at the Norwich Film Festival and London Short Film Festival.

‍

Edited by Jonny Magowan

Colourist Vanya Tomova

Visual Effects Supervisor Jonny Magowan

Hair and Make-Up by Alice Jones

Sound Design Jonny Magowan

Sound Recordist Oliver Dickens

1st AD Oliver Dickens

1st AC Oliver Brassell

Graphic Design by Chiara Conti

Director of Photography Colin Coomber

Screenplay by Steven Jeram

Produced by Steven Jeram

Directed by Rory Hern

Directed by Lewis Gourlay for Eyebolls, this spot for ‘Scotland Is Now’ was created to highlight Scottish innovation in everyday life. The agency brief was to make ‘moments in time’ - freeze framing the action to highlight the various inventions. The creative response was to use a high speed (Phantom), camera to slow time, almost to a standstill while keeping some motion in frame.

Production Company // Eyebolls

Agency // Whitespace

Agency Creative // Neil Walker

Director // Lewis Gourlay

Producer // Victoria Watson

Line Producer // Italia Bianco

DOP // David Lee

Phantom Owner/Operator // Simon King

Editor // Florian Viale

Gaffer // Mark Ritchie

Spark // Derrick Ritchie

Props // Tracy Wedderburn

Make up and Styling // Karen Brown

‍

‍

CoLab is Wood’s revolutionary approach to turn the impossible into possible. Turning ideas into actions, through CoLab we solve our clients’ biggest challenges – together.

Client // Wood Group

Agency // Whitespace

Animation // Robbie Dickson, Esther Du, Nicol Craig

Sound Design // Patrick Collins

A short documentary VT for BBC Scotland’s A View From The Terrace about an unsung hero, Bernie Morocco, the 77 year old physiotherapist come kitman who has dedicated 27 years to one football club, Newtongrange Star, and has no plans to stop anytime soon.

Director // Eilidh Munro
Production Company // Studio Something
Producer // Michael Dart
DOP // Steve Cardno
Sound Recordist // Jonny McLoone
Editor // David Hunter

‍

‍

Part of a suite of films for Scottish Mortgage which use abstract animations to help explain various concepts of investment banking.

Client // Baillie Gifford

Production // Bloc

Creative Director // Robbie Dickson

Animation // Robbie Dickson, Tim Laking, Esther Du

Illustration // KJ Illo

Sound Design // Patrick Collins

‍

‍

Working alongside Studio Something, Bloc crafted 27 films for BBC Bitesize to raise awareness of the importance of physical education. We took care of everything from editing and motion graphics right through to visual effects and colour grading.

Client // BBC

Agency // Studio Something

Post-Production // Bloc

Designer // Ken Clark

Producers // Tanith Williamson & Sinead Kirwan

Motion Graphics // Robbie Dickson, Esther Du & Nicol Craig

Editor // Carmen Allison

VFX & Grade // Florian Viale

Available to view on the BBC Bitesize website.

‍

‍

We worked with Studio Something on this Tennents Lager film to show their support for the Scotland Team and tell the fascinating story of one of their star players.

Client //Tennents / Scottish Rugby Union

Agency // Studio Something

Director // Euan Lownie

Editor // Nicol Craig

Sound Design & Mix: Nicol Craig

Grade // Jessica Vilé (Vilé Colour)

VO recording // John Vick (Finiflex)

‍

Working with Day Six, Robbie created an impactful motion graphics piece for the exciting occasion of the Fifa World Cup.

Agency // DaySix

Producer // Gavin Bryce

Motion Graphics // Robbie Dickson

Naked Grouse Whisky's Liberating Swap campaign takes us on a journey around the world, introducing some of its best bars and bartenders. It encourages exploration of exotic cultures and flavours while pushing boundaries in whisky convention.

Client // Naked Grouse
Agency // Campfire
DOP // Troy Edige
Editor // Robbie Dickson

We had the pleasure of working on a suite of films for menswear brand Kestin, showcasing their stunning SS21 High Sunderland collection which drew inspiration from iconic Scottish textile designer Bernat Klein.

Editor // Robbie Dickson

Camera // Danny Bonnar

Discover the captivating showreel of Ian Pennington, an accomplished colorist driven by a profound appreciation for the artistry of both still and motion imagery. With a rich background in photography, filmmaking, music, and food, Ian gracefully infuses his projects with a unique creative touch. With unwavering attention to detail and a wealth of technical expertise, he skillfully elevates visual storytelling, delivering poignant and impactful images that breathe life into his clients' visions

A Christmas commercial by Studio Something for Tennent's Lager parodying the classic Christmas film "It's A Wonderful Life"

‍

Agency // Studio Something

DOP // Gavin White

Editor // Erika Iesse

Director // Ian Greenhill

‍