Ismael

Ismael is one of the industry’s leading figures. A master of his craft, with a keen eye for detail, his signature work consistently stands out from the crowd and breaks the mold. As one of the godfathers of emotional storytelling in the commercial scene, he brings a wealth of experience and versatility and is always able to create something beautiful with a rough edge – no matter the brief or genre. His motto? “We only have one chance to do this, so we better do it right!”

Awards

  • Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Award
  • Epica Awards, Award
  • ADC Europe Awards, Award
  • Dutch Creativity Awards (ADCN Awards), Award
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Plus

Happily Married

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ING

Dutch Soccer

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Lotto

Summer

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Mcdonald's

First Night Out

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Centraal Beheer

Container

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McDonald's

Family 2023

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Dutch State Lottery

Husky Frida

Awards

  • Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Award
  • Epica Awards, Award
  • ADC Europe Awards, Award
  • Dutch Creativity Awards (ADCN Awards), Award
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

NEWS &
ANNOUNCEMENTS

New York Nico for Burger King

[03.10.26]


New York Nico was in town working with Burger King. Check out some BTS here.

Steve Mapp and the AICP Awards

[03.06.26]


Steve Mapp is announced as a judge for the Comedy category at this year’s AICP Awards. See here.

Welcome STChM

[03.05.2026]


Liane and STChM speak with Little Black Book on their new partnership. Read here.

Leo Zuckerman for Taylor Made Golf

[05.14.2025]


A sharp eye meets a smooth swing. Leo Zuckermangets behind the lens for Taylor Made Golf. See here.

Leo Zuckerman Spotlight

[05.09.2025]


Somewhere out there, Leo Zuckerman is framing up something special. New work incoming. See here.

Nikki Ross for Sports Club Atelier

[05.06.2025]


The team was up at 3am to catch the Alberta sunrise. Worth it. Stunning footage by the talented Nikki Ross for Sports Club Atelier. See here.

BTS Nikki Ross

[05.05.2025]


Some moments from Alberta. Nikki Ross on set for Sports Club Atelier Collection 02. See here.

Jackie Abraham for The Marketing Awards

[04.30.2025]


The Marketing Awards celebrate those who get it. See you there. Directed by Jackie Abraham. See here.

Dugan Gundelfinger for Butterfinger

[04.23.2025]


Dugan’s been busy. New work for Butterfinger. See here.

4/20

[04.20.2025]


New work from Sebastian Hill-Esbrand for 4/20. Shot on iPhone. Best paired with.. you know. See here.

Linny's

[04.17.2025]


New work for EastRoom from Sam Hughes for Linny’s. See here.

Rob Fiocca

[04.16.2025]


Rob Fiocca on set with Dentsu and Subway Canada doing what he does best. See here.

Nolan Sarner

[04.10.2025]


Behind the scenes with Nolan Sarner. Beautiful things in motion. See here.

Popeyes BTS

[04.07.2025]


On set with Rodney Lucas last week. See here.

Isaac Ravishankara for Steady Holiday

[04.04.2025]


New work from Isaac for Steady Holiday. See here.

Rodney Lucas

[04.03.2025]


Rodney Lucas knows a thing or two about good work. New stuff coming soon. See here..

Skin and Bones Jackets

[03.21.2025]


If you know, you know. The 2017 jacket is back—now in red for our anniversary. Get it before it’s gone (again). Check it out on our instagram here.

ROM

[03.14.2025]


In 1944, Robert “Bob” Hanf wrote this letter to his family from Auschwitz. At the time, all communication was censored so the outside world wouldn’t know what was really happening. In this film, light becomes a beacon of knowledge—passed from witness to witness, ensuring history is not forgotten and its mistakes are not repeated. “What will be the end?” Check out Jeremi Durand's new spot with the ROM here.

Our New Identity

[03.01.2025]


We’re getting rid of the old Skin & Bones and starting fresh. It’s more than just a new look (but we love the new look), it’s a new way forward. Give the rebrand a spin on our site.

David Reviews

[02.21.2025]


Always a good day when one of our favourite directors gets a five-star review. “People Watching” Stuart Mcintyre’s gorgeous and artful music video for Sam Fender gets top marks from team at David Reviews check it out here.

New Bathroom Wallpaper

[02.18.2025]


We want to make sure everyone who comes to the office has the best experience, no matter what room they are in. That’s why we’ve got this beautiful new Toronto “Toile du Jouy” in the two rooms where we all spend so much time texting.

Nolan McD’s

[02.11.2025]


Decision fatigue is depicted at its most delicious in this new McDonald’s spot from the lovely Nolan Sarner. It’s inviting and yummy, just like a box of McDonald’s french fries fresh out of the fryer. Are you hungry? Give it a watch.

EyeCandy

[02.04.2025]


The sharp eyes at EyeCandy @eyecannndy have spotted Jeremi Durand’s @_jeremidurand new music video for Nina Chuba @ninachuba. Surreal and simple, artful and wild we’re not surprised to see Jeremi’s work is turning heads. Check out the video here and the eye candy link here.

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