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Campaign Visual Direction

Overview

A full campaign visual system developed for a theatre production by Nine Years Theatre, commissioned by Esplanade for the Huayi Chinese Festival of Arts.

The project covered creative direction, art direction, design, and photography, alongside the development of a staged visual narrative across campaign phases.

The Challenge

To create a visually cohesive campaign that reflects an emotionally layered narrative centred on grief, relationships, and personal transformation.

The campaign needed to evolve across phases while maintaining a clear and recognisable visual identity.

Approach

The campaign was structured in progressive phases to build narrative depth and audience engagement:

• Teaser Phase
  A single white chrysanthemum in full bloom, introducing the central theme of loss and setting the tone for the campaign
• Key Visual — Phase 1
  Three sisters positioned in close proximity, symbolising intimacy and mutual support, with the chrysanthemum carried forward as a visual anchor
• Key Visual — Phase 2
  A full ensemble image featuring all 11 cast members, expanding the narrative into a broader emotional landscape

This phased approach allowed the campaign to transition from a singular, symbolic moment into a more complex and collective story.

Concept

The visual language draws from themes of grief, transformation, and human connection.

The white chrysanthemum, traditionally associated with mourning, is used as a central motif. Beyond grief, it also represents innocence, honesty, and loyalty, reflecting the emotional depth of the characters.

As the campaign progresses, the introduction of pink and warm-toned flowers signals a shift from loss to warmth. Each flower is selected based on floriography, aligning with individual character traits and narrative arcs.

This transition creates a visual system that mirrors the journey from grief to acceptance.

Execution

The project was executed with full creative oversight across all visual elements:

• Creative direction and campaign strategy
• Art direction and visual system development
• Photography and image production
• Design adaptation across campaign formats

The visuals were deployed across festival platforms, social media, and promotional materials as part of a high-visibility arts programme.

Outcome

The campaign achieved strong visibility and audience engagement:

• High-profile exposure as part of a major arts festival
• Strong ticket sales, with most shows sold out
• A cohesive visual identity that supported the emotional narrative of the production