Creative problem-solving
We advise on projects, develop visual approaches and find practical creative solutions—not simply execute a brief.
About Giant Bonsai
CGI that turns polygons into possibilities.
Giant Bonsai is a London-based digital creation company specialising in stills and animation for advertising, broadcast and beyond.
We combine creative thinking, technical expertise and genuine care to bring ambitious ideas to life.
Discuss a project20+Years’ experience
LondonBased, working globally
Stills + motionFrom concept to delivery
FlexibleTeams scaled to each project
How we work
Bonsai attention.
Giant capability.
Honest production advice
We look for ways to streamline production and save money. If CGI is not the right solution, we will say so.
Expertise that scales
For larger productions, we assemble and lead trusted specialists from our wider network, matching the team to the project.
The studio
Led by Simon Allan, a CGI artist and director with more than 20 years of international experience.
From conception through to delivery, Simon combines hands-on craft with experienced creative direction. Clients gain direct access to the person leading the work, supported by a flexible team whenever the scale of a project demands it.
Giant Bonsai’s work has twice been featured in Lürzer’s Archive’s 200 Best Digital Artists Worldwide.
Selected clients
Trusted by brands, broadcasters and agencies.
AvivaBBCBMWCadburyChannel 5ChurchillColgate-PalmoliveDiscoveryDisneyDysonFordHeinekenHSBCHTCHugo BossJaguarJohnnie WalkerKellogg’sMieleNational LotteryNikeNokiaO2OlayPepsiPlayStationSkySonyUKTVVirgin
Recognition
Awards and selected honours.
Promax — two nominations
Best On-Air Campaign and Best Factual Promo for Dinosaur with Stephen Fry.
PX3 — Prix de la Photographie Paris
Silver for Turn The World.
American Photography 39
Selected Winner for Ice Scream.
IPA
Jury Top 5 Selection.
Earlier recognition
2022 American Photography Open shortlist — Ice Scream
2014 PM Society Gold — Vitaros
2012 Goafest Gold and Adfest Finalist
2009 Promax World Gold — Funniest Promo for Viasat
2008 Promax America Silver and two Promax Europe Silver awards
2005 Promax Silver — Best Website or Interactive Promo
New business
Have an idea in mind?
Whether the project is bonsai or giant, we’re always happy to offer free, honest advice about the best way to approach it.
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