James Lawes

Emotive. Visceral. Compelling. All descriptors attributed to the work of James Lawes. With an ability to get strong performances from both actors and non-actors alike. His style mixes the authentic with the otherworldly. Using a distinctive mix of in-camera visual effects and post production VFX, as well as a thoughtful approach to his photography, he mines out work that makes the audience question why they didn’t think of that.

Awards

  • The Drum Roses, Silver, Best Commercial ‘A Little Bit’ Scottish Government, 2021
  • EvCom, Gold, Best Health and Safety Film ‘Look Up, Look Out’ ENA, 2020
  • New York Festival, Gold ‘Look Up, Look Out’ ENA, 2020
  • British Horror Film Festival, Best Director ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Misty Moon International Film Festival, Judges Award ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Misty Moon International Film Festival, Audience Award ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Misty Moon International Film Festival, Fenella Fielding Award ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Cannes Media, Silver, Best Informational ‘The Accident’ ENA, 2019
  • EvCom, Silver, Best Health and Safety Film ‘Home in One Piece’ Infineum, 2019
  • New York Film Festival, Gold, Best Event Film ‘Graffiti’ McDonalds, 2019
  • New York Film Festival, Bronze, Best Visual Effects ‘Graffiti’ McDonalds, 2019
  • Brand Film Festival, Bronze, Best Non-Profit ‘Graffiti’ McDonalds, 2019
PLAY

PHE

Better Health

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Age UK

We Are Here

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Old El Paso

Game Night

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Chevrolet

RS Moments

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Bupa Well+

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Best Buy

Tech Together

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Stop Ivory

Going, Going, Gone

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PHE

Someone Like You

Awards

  • The Drum Roses, Silver, Best Commercial ‘A Little Bit’ Scottish Government, 2021
  • EvCom, Gold, Best Health and Safety Film ‘Look Up, Look Out’ ENA, 2020
  • New York Festival, Gold ‘Look Up, Look Out’ ENA, 2020
  • British Horror Film Festival, Best Director ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Misty Moon International Film Festival, Judges Award ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Misty Moon International Film Festival, Audience Award ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Misty Moon International Film Festival, Fenella Fielding Award ‘Be Good’, 2019
  • Cannes Media, Silver, Best Informational ‘The Accident’ ENA, 2019
  • EvCom, Silver, Best Health and Safety Film ‘Home in One Piece’ Infineum, 2019
  • New York Film Festival, Gold, Best Event Film ‘Graffiti’ McDonalds, 2019
  • New York Film Festival, Bronze, Best Visual Effects ‘Graffiti’ McDonalds, 2019
  • Brand Film Festival, Bronze, Best Non-Profit ‘Graffiti’ McDonalds, 2019
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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.

Now Representing Luke Jaden

[05.13.2025]


We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Luke Jaden to the Skin and Bones roster. A Michigan kid with big vision. Glad he’s here. See more.

Matt Swanson for Shots Magazine

[05.12.2025]


Matt Swanson talks to Shots about a few of his favourite things and why a little absurdity goes a long way when it comes to staying inspired. Read more 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.

Matt Swanson for WestJet

[05.01.2025]


Matt Swanson always reaching new heights. For WestJet with Rethink Ideas out now. 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.

Stuart McIntyre for Gatorade

[04.24.2025]


Kendrick. Sanders. McIntyre. Stuart McIntyre for Gatorade. 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.

New Door

[03.27.2025]


For anyone who’s ever walked in looking for Cozey, this one is for you. See here.

Liane's Birthday

[03.26.2025]


Happy belated to the one keeping this production on schedule! Check it out on our instagram 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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