The Great Valspar Paint Pony Adventure 

Onceupon a time in and around Austin, TX, Stacy and her trusty crew saddled up fora five-day paint extravaganza with the ad agency MONO andsuperstar photographers Jeremy and Claire Weiss. Ourmission? To create stunning imagery for Valsparpaint and Lowe’s. This wasno small feat when every wall needed a fresh coat… and then another!

Liketrue paint ponies, the team got creative, maneuvering around houses, painting,repainting, and dodging the chaos that only paint and hardwood floors can bring(yes, black paint on the floor happened, cue the collective gasp!). The weatherhad its own plans, too: a lightning storm rolled in, throwing a curveball withstressful delays. But hey, no storm could dampen this crew’s spirit.

Managingmultiple stakeholders from Valspar and Sherwin-Williams to theagency MONO, meant carefully coordinating shotlists, schedules, talent, wardrobe, props, and locations….all pieces comingtogether to deliver stunning imagery that truly reflects the quality and spiritof Valspar paint. We’re proud of what we accomplished and look forward topartnering again to create more inspiring work.

Thiswild ride wasn’t just a shoot…it was a reminder that with teamwork, creativity,and a little paint-splattered grit, you can turn any challenge into amasterpiece. Can’t wait to hitch our wagons to this dream team again and makeeven more paint pony magic! The result? Beautiful, vibrant visuals that trulycaptured the magic of REAL paint.

CREDITS:
Agency: MONO
Client: VALSPAR
Photographers: Jeremy and Clair Weiss
Stylist:Jane Black
Set Designer/ Prop Stylist: Clair Massey- Russell
HMU: Ro Vielma

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Client Testimonials

Stacey Milhomme
Senior Manager, Product Marketing
SimpliSafe
"Working with Plaid Pony was a pleasure from start to finish. They truly took the time to listen to our vision and were incredibly responsive to our needs. Their team brought fresh, creative ideas and honest feedback to the table that elevated the project beyond what we had imagined. Throughout the entire process, they remained professional, organized, and dedicated to delivering high-quality work on time. I couldn't be more impressed and look forward to collaborating with them again in the future."
Anthony Baxster
Founder at Cult of Sound | Creative Director, Ex-Ogilvy
"Plaid Pony Productions brought everything together. We spent a week in Austin shooting for T-Mobile, and their team made it all feel effortless. They had access to the most authentic local talent, unlocked incredible locations, and handled every detail with care and precision. It felt more like a collaboration than a production. Can’t wait to create with them again."
Katelyn (Connolly) Jaroszewicz
Event Consultant | Harrington Events
"Working with Stacy Scarsella at Plaid Pony was a game-changer for our commercial projects. She has an exceptional eye for translating brand messages into compelling visual stories [...] What truly sets Plaid Pony apart is their ability to stay on budget while delivering premium-quality content that drives results. Their professionalism, clear communication, and ability to meet tight deadlines made the entire production process smooth and stress-free. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to any company looking to create impactful content."
Carrie Hards
Freelance Senior Integrated Creative Producer
"I had the pleasure and privilege to work with Stacy and her team on a huge stills shoot for Amex in Barcelona.  We had a really tight schedule to deliver 32 stills in incredibly challenging circumstances including a flyboarder, children, multiple models and locations - and a horse!  From day 1, Stacy and her team were phenomenal!  The hustles, the efficiency, the dedication and attention to detail were industry gold standard!  I can honestly say Plaid Pony are by far one of the best teams I have ever worked with.  And all with endless positivity and the biggest smile.  I cannot recommend Stacy and Plaid Pony highly enough."
Guy Spangenberg
Spangenberg Photography
“Stacy and the crew from Plaid Pony played a pivotal role in my recent filming production in and around Austin. The team made the production flow seamlessly and I highly recommend their services. You won’t be disappointed!”

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