| Title | Tana Umaga |
| Agency |
180 Global
|
| Campaign |
Rugby World Cup 2003 "Tackle Bags" - adidas
|
| Advertiser |
adidas
|
| Brand |
adidas
|
| Posted | December 2003 |
| Business Sector | Sports Teams, Sports Events
|
| Tagline | Hits this hard usually involve crash test dummies |
| Philosophy | 180 and adidas brought together rugby's biggest names, covered them in acrylic paint, then had them create "self-portraits" by hitting canvas-wrapped tackle bags. |
| Media Type |
Poster
|
| Market | Australia |
| AI Description | The adidas ad featuring Tana Umaga vividly captures the raw energy and impact of rugby. It showcases a striking black and white self-portrait created by the rugby star himself. Covered in acrylic paint, Umaga’s dynamic expression is imprinted onto a canvas-wrapped tackle bag, artistically conveying the power and intensity of the sport. The campaign exemplifies the strength and determination typical of rugby, presenting an image that’s both artistic and athletic. The tagline humorously contrasts the forceful impact of rugby with that of crash test dummies, reinforcing the robustness required to excel in the game. The overall composition is bold and impactful, achieving a sense of motion and strength. |
| Creative Director |
Peter McHugh
|
| Copywriter |
Peter McHugh
|
| Copywriter |
Giles Montgomery
|
| Art Director |
Stuart Brown
|
| Copywriter |
Brad Roseberry
|
| Actor / Celebrity |
Tana Umaga
|
| Executive Creative Director |
Peter McHugh
|
| Creative Director |
Andy Fackrell
|
| Account Manager |
Nathan Plowman
|
| Account Manager |
Alistair Campbell
|
| Typographer |
Stuart Brown
|
| Typographer |
Dan Howell
|
| Print Producer |
Marlon Lee
|