Stunning Print Advertising for the World Wildlife Fund by Contrapunto BBDO.

above: detail from World Wildlife Fund print ad, "Elephant"

Ads of the World, a fast growing site which features advertising from... yes, that's right, all over the world, makes monthly picks for what they consider the best advertising in film (tv), print, ambient, outdoor, online and direct mail.

Their choice for the Best Print work of November 2011 is this simple but visually stunning campaign for the World Wildlife Fund by Spain's BBDO office, Contrapunto BBDO. Three spread ads with the same headline. Same message. Same visual effect. Still beautifully compelling with a well executed effect.

"Leopard"

detail:


"Parrots"

detail:


"Elephant"


The headline on all three reads "Desertification destroys 6,000 species every year." By the way, since it's not a commonly used term desertification means "The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture."

Credits:
Advertising Agency: Contrapunto BBDO, Madrid, Spain
Chief Creative Officers: Carlos Jorge, Félix Del Valle
Art Directors / Copywriters: Aurora Hidalgo, Raúl López
Account Manager: Paco Ribera
Producer: Javier Luján, Raúl López
Account Executives: Verónica Félez, Dalal Solaim

Mounted Life. Stunning Taxidermy Photography By Danielle van Ark.

The Mounted Life is a series of photographs by Royal Academy of Arts graduate Danielle van Ark. She visited the storage and archives of museums around the world and found animals in surroundings and environments so far from their natural habitats she was struck by the inherent contrast and photographed them.

The series makes the most of the juxtaposition of wildlife and industrial imagery. The images are disturbing, funny, haunting, confrontational and even touching in their composition and subject matter.

























above images courtesy of Nowness, Danielle van Ark and Foam Editions

You can purchase some of the above prints at Foam Editions

Danielle van Ark graduated in 2005 from the Royal Academy of Arts in The Hague. Since then she has been living and working in New York and the Netherlands. The artist now wields backstage access to 33 museums across Europe and North America, and she aims to package the entire collection into a book.

See more of her work here.

Contact Info:
danielle@daniellevanark.com
NL +31 (0)6 28 25 45 78
US +1 917 374 2714
Studio:
Nieuw en Meer
Oude Haagseweg 131 achter
1066 BV Amsterdam

Fleabag Photography Lends A Paw With Their Pet Portraits.

There are many talented pet photographers out there, but what charmed me about this one is that a portion of your payment will go to the rescue organization of your choice.




A couple of Los Angeles-based female photographers simply wanted to merge their talents and knowledge of photography with their love for animals and pets. And from the looks of their images and happy customers, everyone wins.




For every package (except The Basics package) that is booked, a portion of the package price will go directly to the rescue organization of your choice. Fleabag Photography will make the donation under YOUR name and will give you a copy of the receipt/proof of donation.




You can even feel free to call the rescue to confirm your donation has been received. Donation amounts are based on the package chosen, ranging from $50 - $100, and is completely tax-deductible.


View their site for details regarding photo shoots.


Los Angeles, Ca
T: 323 599 3709
T: 818 795 5503
E: fleabagphotography@gmail.com

Humane Society's 3rd Benefit Photo Auction

the above photo by Marco Glaviano is included in the auction

The Humane Society of New York is having their Third Benefit Photography Auction later this month.



The photographs included in the auction are a wonderful selection of everything from animal portraits and action shots to celebrity photos and more by well-known and well-respected artists. You can view all the participating photographers list here.

Below are a few of the photos that will be up for auction, in no particular order:

Alen Mac Weeney:

Carl Fischer:

Deborah Turbeville:

Firooz Zahedi:

Gosta Peterson:

Nick Brandt:

Raymond Meier:

Richard Phibbs:

Slim Aarons:

Andrew Zuckerman:

Steven Sebring:

Sylvia Plachy:

William Wegman:


You can preview the rest of photographs which will be available for auction here. You can register here and begin bidding in advance. For auction bidding guidelines, go here.

Auction info:
On Tuesday, April 27, 2010 the Society will host its Third Benefit Photography Auction at the DVF Studio, 440 West 14th Street , NYC. The event, from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, will include live and silent auctions of the photographs, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Honorary Chairs are Grace Coddington, Mikhail Baryshnikov and Adrien Brody. Cornelia Guest is the Chairman and we are pleased to announce that Jamie Niven, Vice Chairman of Sotheby’s will preside over the live auction.

The evening will honor Martha Swope, legendary photographer of dance, theater & music.

100% of proceeds will benefit the Humane Society of New York's veterinary clinic and Vladimir Horowitz & Wanda Toscanini Horowitz Adoption Center. For ticket information please call Sandra DeFeo at (212) 752-4842.

Humane Society of New York Mission Statement:
Since its founding in 1904, the Humane Society of New York has been a presence in New York City, caring for animals in need when illness, injury or homelessness strikes. Today our hospital and our Vladimir Horowitz and Wanda Toscanini Horowitz Adoption Center help more than 30,000 dogs and cats annually, and their numbers continue to grow. The Society has long been noted for its innovative, highly individualized approach to animal care; its pioneer attitude is now reflected in programs coming to the fore nationwide. On any given day the Society is responsible for hundreds of animals with diverse needs. For many, the Society is the only place they will find help.

Humane Society of New York
306 East 59th Street
New York, NY 10022
tel: (212) 752-4842
EIN: 13-1624041