| Title | Jonah Lomu |
| Agency |
180 Global
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| Campaign |
Rugby World Cup 2003 "Tackle Bags" - adidas
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| Advertiser |
adidas
|
| Brand |
adidas
|
| Posted | December 2003 |
| Business Sector | Sports Teams, Sports Events
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| Tagline | He's the speed, you're the bump |
| 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 rugby legend Jonah Lomu is both a masterpiece and a statement. The poster showcases a dynamic mix of abstract art and athletic prowess by depicting Lomu engaged in the act of creating a unique self-portrait. Covered in acrylic paint, Lomu has tackled canvas-wrapped bags, expressing the sheer speed and power he embodies. The artwork captures the energetic and intense nature of rugby through monochrome splashes of black and white paint, creating an expressionist piece that speaks to movement and impact. The poster features the tagline "He's the speed, you're the bump," reflecting the unstoppable force that Lomu represents and his connection with the sport. Positioned at the bottom, the adidas logo reinforces the brand's association with resilience and athletic excellence. |
| Copywriter |
Peter McHugh
|
| Copywriter |
Giles Montgomery
|
| Copywriter |
Brad Roseberry
|
| Actor / Celebrity |
Jonah Lomu
|
| Creative Director |
Peter McHugh
|
| Art Director |
Stuart Brown
|
| Executive Creative Director |
Peter McHugh
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| Creative Director |
Andy Fackrell
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| Account Manager |
Nathan Plowman
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| Account Manager |
Alistair Campbell
|
| Typographer |
Stuart Brown
|
| Typographer |
Dan Howell
|
| Print Producer |
Marlon Lee
|
| Account Manager |
Kieran Riley
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