FOOH: When Outdoor Advertising Meets the Virtual World
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In a world where advertising constantly seeks to innovate to capture consumers’ attention, Fake Out Of Home (FOOH) is emerging as a revolutionary trend, blending augmented reality, special effects, and CGI to create captivating outdoor advertising experiences. At the heart of this revolution, Rétines positions itself as a key player, leveraging its expertise in product photography and 3D modeling to bring to life a new kind of virtual outdoor commercial campaign. At Rétines, we believe that the combination of high-quality photography mixed with 3D technology transcends the traditional boundaries of advertising, offering our clients innovative and memorable advertising solutions.
Understanding the FOOH Phenomenon
FOOH is emerging as a response to the growing demand for innovative and engaging advertising experiences. By blending reality and illusion, it creates campaigns that seem too impressive to be true, sparking wonder and conversation among internet users.
Creativity at the Heart of FOOH
The advantages of FOOH are numerous: unprecedented creative freedom, the ability to generate significant organic buzz, and reduced costs related to physical production and display. Here are ten iconic examples illustrating the power and originality of FOOH:
- Jacquemus and its XXL Bags:A video shows giant Bambino bags “rolling” through the streets of Paris, creating a captivating illusion that quickly went viral on Instagram.
Voir cette publication sur Instagram - Maybelline: Visually transforms London buses and subway trains with giant eyelashes—a virtual campaign that captured the attention of many onlookers.
Voir cette publication sur Instagram - Philharmonie of Luxembourg: Giant gift boxes fall like dominoes, an impressive display in the Kirchberg business district.
Voir cette publication sur Instagram - PlayStation and the Montparnasse Tower:Transforms the iconic tower into a giant console—an illusion that captivated video game enthusiasts.
Voir cette publication sur Instagram - ETAM and the Palace: Revives the legendary Parisian nightclub with a silver fringe curtain for its 2023 Live Show.
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Navigating with Caution
Despite its advantages, FOOH raises ethical questions about the distinction between real and virtual. Transparency becomes essential to maintain a trusting relationship with the audience by clearly indicating the fictional nature of the campaigns.
The Future of FOOH
FOOH is more than just a passing trend; it is set to become a pillar of modern advertising, enriching the landscape with unique and captivating experiences. For brands and creators, it represents an opportunity to stand out in an increasingly saturated environment by offering campaigns that leave a lasting impression with their originality and innovation.
Through exploring FOOH, it is clear that we are heading toward an era where creativity and innovation define the success of advertising campaigns. At Rétines, we embrace this evolution, combining our passion for product photography with our expertise in 3D creation to deliver virtual outdoor advertising experiences that never fail to surprise and engage.
Our approach, rooted in the complementarity between traditional techniques and digital innovations, allows us to create campaigns that are not only visually stunning but also tell a story, establish an emotional connection, and strengthen our clients’ brand identity.
With Rétines, the future of outdoor advertising is not just virtual, it is vibrant, impactful, and infinitely creative. Join us on this innovative journey, where together, we can push the boundaries of imagination to create advertising campaigns that leave a lasting mark. Let’s talk!
Jérémy Carlo is the editorial director at Rétines, where he ensures the consistency and clarity of all content produced by the studio. His role goes beyond writing—he shapes the tone, structures the messages, and upholds a precise, demanding editorial line that stays true to the identity of Rétines. With a background in visual communication and solid experience in content strategy, he bridges the technical world of photography with clear, no-frills writing.
Jérémy works closely with photographers, art directors, and the commercial team to make sure every word published serves the image, the message, and the brand. From blog articles and client presentations to social media posts and internal documents—everything is filtered through his attentive eye. His strength lies in making complex ideas accessible without oversimplifying, and in highlighting the studio’s work without relying on unnecessary superlatives.
Through his writing, Jérémy helps Rétines exist beyond the image—by giving context to projects, emphasizing the thinking behind each shoot, and bringing to light the technical and aesthetic choices that drive each photograph.
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