# Ad summary
Artist Andrew Carter showcases Winsor & Newton's watercolor postcard project, explaining how customers can receive a booklet of postcards with watercolor product purchases. One postcard can be painted and mailed back to Winsor & Newton for a chance to be featured in an exhibition. The ad highlights the free postage and registration process, encouraging participation.
# Brand positioning
Winsor & Newton is presented as an established art supply company that empowers artists of all skill levels to participate in an engaging project. The brand promotes creativity and community by inviting customers to contribute to a global exhibition. This inclusive positioning aims to inspire artists and foster a sense of connection with the brand. By offering free postage and potential exhibition exposure, Winsor & Newton aims to reduce barriers to entry and celebrate the creative process, regardless of artistic ability.
# Product
The featured product is a booklet of postcards offered with the purchase of Winsor & Newton watercolor products. These postcards are designed for artists to create and submit their own watercolor paintings. One postcard in the booklet has a pre-printed address on the back, allowing artists to mail their artwork back to Winsor & Newton free of charge. The submitted artwork may be selected for inclusion in an exhibition, either in New York or London, and will also be featured in an online exhibition. Before mailing the postcard, artists are instructed to register their unique code found in the booklet on Winsor & Newton's website. This project encourages artists to participate and showcase their talent.
# Visual style
The ad has a casual and authentic feel, combining studio shots with real-life scenarios. The editing is smooth, with static shots and some close-ups. The production quality is a hybrid of polished commercial and UGC, adding to the relatability. The ad follows a consistent pace, with cuts timed to highlight product actions. The setting of the art studio gives insight into the artist.
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# Storyline
- 00:00–00:04 The ad begins with the artist speaking directly to the audience, suggesting that the campaign is tailor-made for watercolor painters, immediately drawing in anyone interested in the subject.
- 00:04–00:09 Andrew Carter introduces himself as an artist, painter, printmaker, and teacher, establishing his credibility and expertise in the field.
- 00:09–00:13 Carter describes the Winsor & Newton project as "the most exciting and wonderful," conveying enthusiasm and excitement about the brand's initiative.
- 00:13–00:17 The ad describes that by buying Winsor & Newton watercolor products, customers will receive a booklet of postcards. This explains the promotional offering and gives the audience information about the incentive.
- 00:17–00:29 Carter explains that one of the postcards can be mailed back to Winsor & Newton and featured in an exhibition, potentially in New York or London, creating a sense of opportunity.
- 00:29–00:32 The artist notes that all submissions will also be included in an online exhibition, extending the reach and exposure for the participants.
- 00:32–00:37 Carter emphasizes that one of the postcards in the booklet has a pre-printed address and is free to post, highlighting the simplicity and accessibility of the project.
- 00:37–00:42 Viewers are instructed to put their best watercolor painting on the provided card and mail it back, prompting them to actively engage with the campaign.
- 00:42–00:48 Before mailing, customers are required to register using the unique code inside the booklet, which adds a layer of exclusivity and personalization to the process.
- 00:48–00:53 The artist walks to a postbox with his dog, demonstrating how easy it is to participate, and reiterates how it is 'going', emphasizing the project is already in motion and encouraging participation.
- 00:53–00:58 The ad closes with the artist reflecting on how excited he was about the project when Winsor & Newton first suggested it, reinforcing the positive sentiment and creating a full-circle moment.