Advertisements from the past
Film, 2023
Photographer Enda Burke extended a creative invitation, to craft a video piece for his highly anticipated solo exhibition, "Far Away & Close to Home," a centerpiece of the Galway International Arts Festival 2023.
Transporting visitors to a realm of nostalgia and sentimentality, this video creation serves as an integral part of a meticulously designed set piece. A journey back in time awaits, reminiscent of the cherished sitting room in an Irish granny's home. This immersive visual experience pays homage to tradition and takes you back to a time when Pope John Paul II was the centerpiece of every Irish home.
Gallery Blurb
"Advertisements from the Past" takes viewers on a nostalgic journey through vintage Irish advertisements, exploring everything from alcohol to the Angelus. Using a creative blend of 3D and motion graphics, this film encapsulates the distinctive aesthetics and cultural references of that era. Adding a touch of comedic flair, it brings these advertisements to life, immersing audiences in the captivating world of retro Irish media culture.
Advertisements from the past: Full video
Gallery Set Piece
Gallery Space
Tesco Value Lager: Clean version
Beer pouring RnD.
Big thanks to The Glitch, Szymon Wyrzykowski & Adám Waugh for helping film the live-action portion of the Tesco can pouring.
The Angelus: Clean version
Thanks to Stephen Boland for voicing Father Micheal.
John Paul's Gift Shop: Clean version
John Prayer: VHS version
A special thanks to Enda Bruke for asking me to be part of his solo exhibition.
