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10/07/2024

We're Collision Awards finalists!

Our animation for World Wildlife Fund is shortlisted in Commercials: Craft category. We're in a pretty good company ;)

You can help us win Audience Award by voting on us here: https://vote.collisionawards.com/PublicVoting #/2024/commercials/craft/

Join the creative community and cast your vote ;)

26/06/2024

🍐NEW WORK -- Harry & David

🎉 To celebrate the 90th anniversary of their company, Harry & David decided to bring back their founders to share more about their passion for fruits, baskets, and gifts which have been cheering up households since 1934. BluBlu Studios was commissioned to come up with a new character design and create a colorful animation taking place in the heart of Harry & David – in the Bear Creek Orchards.

We created completely new designs of Harry and David, custom illustrations to be used on social media and presentation and beautifully crafted animation, that comes in different versions and sizes. Take a look at a :15 cut. Full version coming soon!

Dziękujemy wszystkim, którzy przybyli na europejską premierę filmu WOJNA PORCELANOWA, która odbyła się wczoraj na Millen...
16/05/2024

Dziękujemy wszystkim, którzy przybyli na europejską premierę filmu WOJNA PORCELANOWA, która odbyła się wczoraj na Millennium Docs Against Gravity. Po seansie odbyło się spotkanie z bohaterami filmu oraz naszymi reprezentantami, którzy opowiadali o kulisach powstawania animacji do tego pięknego filmu.
Jeżeli chcecie obejrzeć film, macie jeszcze okazję zrobić to dziś i w sobotę. Po dzisiejszym spotkaniu także będziemy obecni.
Więcej szczegółów tu: https://mdag.pl/21/pl/warszawa/movie/Porcelain-War

🇬🇧Big thanks to everyone who attended the European premiere of PORCELAIN WAR. It was great to share the film with Polish audience and meet the heroes of the film in person!

Europejska premiera WOJNY POECELANOWEJ na Millennium Docs Against Gravity coraz bliżej, więc dla ułatwienia, wszystkim c...
08/05/2024

Europejska premiera WOJNY POECELANOWEJ na Millennium Docs Against Gravity coraz bliżej, więc dla ułatwienia, wszystkim chętnym podrzucamy kompletny przewodnik, gdzie i kiedy zobaczyć zwycięzce Festiwalu Sundance. Na warszawskich seansach możecie także spotkać nas, a po kilku z nich będziemy brać udział w sesji Q&A. Z kim się widzimy? ;)

WARSZAWA
11 maja, godz. 13:30
15 maja 18:00 (po seansie Q&A z dyrektorem kreatywnym Jędrzejem Skrzypczykiem i głównym animatorem Michałem Machowiną)
16 maja, godz. 20:15 (Q&A po seansie)
19 maja, godz. 12:00

WROCŁAW
17 maja, godz. 18:00

GDYNIA
17 maja, godz. 18:30

KATOWICE
16 maja, godz. 16:00

POZNAŃ
14 maja, godz. 20:30

Więcej szczegołów: https://mdag.pl/21/pl/warszawa/movie/Porcelain-War

We’re so excited to announce that our short film THE MAYFLY, written and created by Betty Buckley and directed by Sue Pe...
24/04/2024

We’re so excited to announce that our short film THE MAYFLY, written and created by Betty Buckley and directed by Sue Perrotto will be included in the 2024 Tribeca Festival as one of Tribeca official selections!

Congratulations to the entire MAYFLY team and we hope you’ll be able to watch our film at the festival!

🦉 premiera filmu WOJNA PORCELANOWA na Millennium Docs Against Gravity zbliża się wielkimi krokami, a niedawno nasza kier...
17/04/2024

🦉 premiera filmu WOJNA PORCELANOWA na Millennium Docs Against Gravity zbliża się wielkimi krokami, a niedawno nasza kierowniczka produkcji Gabriela Jabłońska oraz dyrektor kreatywny Jędrzej Skrzypczyk udzielili wywiadu dla Magazynu Filmowego Stowarzyszenie Filmowców Polskich, by opowiedzieć o kulisach powstawania animacji do tego dokumentu.

Cały numer do przeczytania tu 👇https://www.sfp.org.pl/magazyn_filmowy,154.MF_04_2024_www.pdf

🇺🇸We had a great pleasure to give an interview to the magazine of Polish Filmmakers Association ahead of european premiere of PORCELAIN WAR [Polish Only]

Hey Feelings sketchbook ✏️Hey Feelings consists of 8 complex, intricately illustrated Worlds, over 40 diverse characters...
10/04/2024

Hey Feelings sketchbook ✏️

Hey Feelings consists of 8 complex, intricately illustrated Worlds, over 40 diverse characters, 2 Worlds of Emotions guides - Filly & Dilly, and a lot of extra materials, designed for both: digital and offline use. The whole creation process could fill many sketchbooks. Here are some 🎨

Hey Feelings launches on Kickstarter in less than a week! Follow their page and see how the project grows - link in the comments ⬇️

08/04/2024

We know how important is the freedom of emotional expression when it comes to the artistic flow… Our creative team joined Hey Feelings on a journey of building a whole Universum of feelings dedicated to kids.

We designed 8 Worlds of Emotions with beautifully illustrated, intricate backgrounds, diverse characters, and much more.

We wanted to create an immersive experience that grows kids’ emotional intelligence through captivating read’n’play.

Hey Feelings is launching on Kickstarter very soon and we can finally reveal to you parts of the world that we’ve been creating!

The trailer includes only the interactive, digital part of the Hey Feelings Universum, more about the main physical (tablet-free experience) coming soon!

April 16th is the date of Hey Feelings Big Launch, follow the project on Kickstarter if you want to see how it grows 🌿

Link in the comments!

19/03/2024

🇵🇱 Congrats to our incredible Iga Świątek for winning the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. We're so happy to contributing to this fantastic tournament with this spot.

Till the next big win! 💪

„Porcelain War” to be screened in Poland! 🇵🇱 This amazing film which we created the animation to will have its polish pr...
16/03/2024

„Porcelain War” to be screened in Poland! 🇵🇱
This amazing film which we created the animation to will have its polish premiere at Millennium Docs Against Gravity and we’re super excited for our friends and families to see it!

• WOJNA PORCELANOWA • reż. Slava Leontyev, Brendan Bellomo

➜ Nagrodzona w Sundance WOJNA PORCELANOWA (Porcelain War) pokazuje trójkę artystów, którzy bronią swojej kultury i kraju w obliczu rosyjskiej inwazji. Slava, Anya i Andrey są uzbrojeni w swoją sztukę, kamery i, po raz pierwszy w życiu, karabiny.

➜ Pomimo codziennego ostrzału Anya odnajduje oparcie w sztuce, Andrey podejmuje podróż, by przewieźć swoją rodzinę w bezpieczne miejsce, a Slava szkoli zwykłych ludzi, którzy nagle stali się żołnierzami. Wojna porcelanowa to hołd dla pasji i siły, którymi wykazują się artyści, gdy świat wokół nich zaczyna płonąć.

Zapisz się na nasze wydarzenie, aby być na bieżąco! ➜ https://bit.ly/MDAG_Wydarzenie

Our short film, 'The Mayfly,' created by Betty Buckley and directed by Sue Perrotto, debuts on March 24th!We can't wait ...
11/03/2024

Our short film, 'The Mayfly,' created by Betty Buckley and directed by Sue Perrotto, debuts on March 24th!

We can't wait to share this beautiful animation with the rest of the world. Until then, you can read a fantastic Forbes piece on Betty Buckley, whose creative mind is incredible. We feel really grateful for having a chance to collaborate with her.

Betty Buckley began her film career with the thriller Carrie. Her newest horror movie, Imaginary, debuts this week. She also created, wrote and narrates the Mayfly

Our short film, ‘The Mayfly’ sets World Premiere!We’re so excited to announce that the film will have its world premiere...
08/03/2024

Our short film, ‘The Mayfly’ sets World Premiere!

We’re so excited to announce that the film will have its world premiere on March 24 at the prestigious American Documentary and Animation Film Festival in Palm Springs, California.

Created, written, and narrated by Tony-winning Broadway Star Betty Buckley and directed by four-time Emmy-nominee Sue Perrotto, ‘The Mayfly’ is the story of Megalyn Mayfly, who goes against all expectations and dedicates her short life to music and dance on a quest that takes her from Central Park West to the Upper East Side's Carlyle Hotel.
Inspired by a real event witnessed by Ms. Buckley at a Judy Collins concert at the Café Carlyle in New York City, The Mayfly is a love letter to music and New York City.

We put a lot of heart into this story and we can’t wait to share with you very soon! Stay tuned for more info about ‘The Mayfly’.

You can learn more here: https://playbill.com/article/the-mayfly-animated-short-film-from-betty-buckley-sets-world-premiere

Liz Laine Reps, Inc.

W tym tygodniu mieliśmy przyjemność gościć na zajęciach ze studentami Szkoła Filmowa w Łodzi / PWSFTviT, podczas których...
07/03/2024

W tym tygodniu mieliśmy przyjemność gościć na zajęciach ze studentami Szkoła Filmowa w Łodzi / PWSFTviT, podczas których nasza senior animatorka Karolina Specht oraz dyrektor kreatywny Jędrzej Skrzypczyk opowiadali o realiach pracy w studiu animacji.
Podziękowania dla Marcin Podolec za zaproszenie!

23/02/2024

The 'Love it or Lose it' campaign by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is a heartfelt reminder of the swift pace at which we're losing nature. It highlights the urgent loss of forests, wildlife, and freshwater, emphasizing that our love and action can make a real difference. It's a race against time to protect our planet before it's too late.

Our longstanding partnership with WWF has seen many projects, but this one truly stood out. The idea was to animate a poem that weaves together themes of love, loss, and the urgency of conserving nature. We were immediately on board, excited to bring this powerful message to life through animation.

We chose a style that uses fluid, organic shapes and vibrant colors to celebrate the beauty of the natural world. Transitioning through color palettes to represent various biomes - deserts, forests, and oceans - we aimed to showcase the diversity and richness of our planet. Our use of After Effects and cel animation allowed for smooth transitions, adding to the animation's organic and dynamic feel.

Project's case study: https://www.behance.net/gallery/192059369/WWF-Love-it-or-lose-it

14/02/2024

Who are the Champions of Love? 💓

This intriguing question was our guide while developing an animated project for the foundation bearing this inspiring name. The organization’s mission is to support extraordinary leaders who are deeply connected with their communities, attuned to social justice issues, and committed to aiding those in suffering.

But the world needs more champions. That’s why we focused our narrative on Love in everyday life – highlighting small gestures and random acts of kindness. Our aim was to show that everyone has the capacity to contribute positively to their community and spread love – the only untapped resource humanity has.

See the project's case study here: https://www.behance.net/gallery/190306907/Champions-of-Love

4 days left till the 'Airhead' official premiere 🔥 'Airhead' is a Metroidvania-style puzzle-platformer game developed by...
08/02/2024

4 days left till the 'Airhead' official premiere 🔥

'Airhead' is a Metroidvania-style puzzle-platformer game developed by Octato and Massive Miniteam, and published by Handy Games. Players will experience a complex, personal story of companionship and discovery in a sprawling interconnected post-apocalyptic world. ‘Airhead’ debuts on February 12, 2024, on PC, Amazon Luna, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S 🎮

07/02/2024

'Airhead is a Metroidvania-style puzzle-platformer game developed by Octato and Massive Miniteam, and published by Handy Games. 🎮 Players will experience a complex, personal story of companionship and discovery in a sprawling interconnected post-apocalyptic world.
‘Airhead’ debuts on February 12, 2024, on PC, Amazon Luna, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S

One week until Airhead release! 🔥This metroidvania puzzle game was developed by Octato and Massive Miniteam, and publish...
06/02/2024

One week until Airhead release! 🔥

This metroidvania puzzle game was developed by Octato and Massive Miniteam, and published by Handy Games. We had incredible pleasure of working on the trailer that also serves as an intro to the game. Stay tuned for a full trailer!

Porcelain War wins Sundance U.S. Documentary Competition! 🦉 We’re so thrilled to let you know that the documentary that ...
27/01/2024

Porcelain War wins Sundance U.S. Documentary Competition! 🦉

We’re so thrilled to let you know that the documentary that BluBlu Studios did animations for, won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival! 🏆

Big congratulations to the whole team, especially directors Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev, who created this extraordinary film about art, love, courage, and resilience. We’re so happy for you! Also to the wonderful partners we had the pleasure to work with, Aniela Sidorska and Olivia Ahnemann - you are true rockstars!

We’d like to thank our BluBlu Team, who worked for over a year to bring Anya Stasenko's incredible paintings to life!

And thank you Anya Stasenko and Slava Leontyev for your art and your courage.

If you’re in the US, you can still catch the film online: https://festival.sundance.org/program/film/65750254e8eef598c019fcac

About the film:
Amidst the chaos and destruction of the brutal Russian invasion of Ukraine, three artists defiantly find inspiration and beauty as they defend their culture and their country. In a war waged by professional soldiers against ordinary civilians, Slava Leontyev, Anya Stasenko, and Andrey Stefanov choose to stay behind, armed with their art, their cameras, and, for the first time in their lives, their guns. Despite daily shelling, Anya finds resistance and purpose in her art, Andrey takes the dangerous journey to get his young family to safety abroad, and Slava becomes a weapons instructor for ordinary people who have become unlikely soldiers. As the war intensifies, Andrey picks up his camera to film their story, and on tiny porcelain figurines, Anya and Slava capture their idyllic past, uncertain present, and hope for the future.

It was an absolute blast to be at the festival during the world premiere. Thanks Instytut Adama Mickiewicza and Ministerstwo Kultury i Dziedzictwa Narodowego for making that happen!

Liz Laine Reps, Inc.

The reviews are out and the the animation on "Porcelain War" is getting high praise. IndieWire about potential 2025 Osca...
23/01/2024

The reviews are out and the the animation on "Porcelain War" is getting high praise. IndieWire about potential 2025 Oscar contenders with "Porcelain War" on the list ;)

"As with most documentaries, this film is a feat of editing. Brendan Bellomo, Aniela Sidorska, and Kelly Cameron are all credited for efficient, comprehensive work. One cannot fathom the amount of footage (and the number of sources) from which this trio had to parse, organize, and form a narrative. That Porcelain War emerges as a taut, effective war documentary that also features compelling animated sequences within the beautiful artwork of its lead subjects makes it a stand-out piece of filmmaking. Its existence proves its own point: even in war, there must be life. Art sustains us and helps us survive." Dan Mecca - Managing Editor

https://thefilmstage.com/sundance-review-porcelain-war-captures-the-absurdity-of-the-current-moment/?fbclid=IwAR2bDuSmSBIePHqTvXqkkKICxgVCyc7ZCRLnIvH8KaQUc41gPwisDe5wBB8

BluBlu Studios

Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev's documentary Porcelain War starts with a text card: "Nearly all the footage you are about to watch was shot by the subjects in this film." It's the kind of thing that makes one expect material that's quite unbelievable. In this case, consider that promise kept. Mo...

21/01/2024

Big thanks to everyone who attended the premiere of "Porcelain War" at yesterday and for the warm reception of the film.

We couldn't be more grateful to the directors and producers who placed so much trust in us to bring the amazing artworks of the movie's incredible heroes to life.

You can still catch the film at the festival or watch it online between January 25th and 28th.: https://lnkd.in/dDMEmeCx

Thank you Instytut Adama Mickiewicza and Ministerstwo Kultury i Dziedzictwa Narodowego for helping us being here in Park City!

12/01/2024

Feel the Magic of Tennis Paradise ✨

Dive into the dynamic world of BNP Paribas Open with our official live action animation created for the event! 🔥

The BNP Paribas Open, held annually in Indian Wells, California, is a premium tennis tournament sponsored by the global banking and financial services company, BNP Paribas. Recognized as one of the largest combined ATP Tour and WTA Tour events, the tournament attracts top-ranked male and female players from around the world, creating an exciting and unique atmosphere.

Tennis Paradise coming March 4-17, 2024 🎾

24/12/2023

3…2…1… Time to log out 🎄❄️

22/12/2023

Christmas Wishes in Harry Potter’s Fashion 🦉
Happy Holidays from Blublu! 💌

What are your Holidays plans?🎄Grab a cozy Christmas card from Blublu 📩
21/12/2023

What are your Holidays plans?🎄

Grab a cozy Christmas card from Blublu 📩

Christmas is around the corner 🎄❄️
18/12/2023

Christmas is around the corner 🎄❄️

10/12/2023

Tuning in with the Christmas Spirit 🎄
Here is our animated cover design for the Christmas Issue of Southern Living ❄️

We’re so excited to finally announce that PORCELAIN WAR is the official selection for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival in...
06/12/2023

We’re so excited to finally announce that PORCELAIN WAR is the official selection for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival in the U.S. Documentary Competition! It’s been an incredible journey and we’re so thrilled that BluBlu is a part of it!

Under roaring fighter jets and missile strikes, Ukrainian artists Slava, Anya, and Andrey choose to stay behind and fight, contending with the soldiers they have become. Defiantly finding beauty amid destruction, they show that although it’s easy to make people afraid, it’s hard to destroy their passion for living.

Directed by Brendan Bellomo & Slava Leontyev
Written by Aniela Sidorska, Brendan Bellomo, Paula DuPré Pesmen, Slava Leontyev
Cinematography by: Andrey Stefanov
Produced by Aniela Sidorska, Paula DuPré Pesmen, Camilla Mazzaferro, Olivia Ahnemann
Animation by: BluBlu Studios

Throwback to our Team's last month's trip to NYC 🔥
27/11/2023

Throwback to our Team's last month's trip to NYC 🔥

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Have you ever wondered what’s the common ingredient of everything that exists on this planet and beyond? No matter if we're talking about a man, a thing or an idea. It's something that describes the past and affects the future – the story. Dozens of different stories led the most passionate and talented people to this one place where they share their commitment and experience. Every day we create compelling animations and illustrations united in one goal – providing you with high-end designs that attractively and effectively present the message and the story that you want to tell. The effects of our work and the growing number of satisfied partners make us proud of where we are today. But this journey is far from the end. Welcome to our world of design & animation. --- About us: We’re an award-winning Warsaw/Tokyo based studio which thrives on creating sophisticated animated commercials, cartoon series, premium explainer videos & illustrations. Our studio collaborates with the most prominent brands, advertising agencies, publishers and production houses all over the world. Our clients'​ list includes Nickelodeon, IKEA, Forbes, Panasonic, Mentos, Chupa Chups, MultiSport, Mitsubishi, TEDx, Macmillan Publishers, Springer Nature. Say [email protected]