PRO V1 // CONCEPTION
CONCEPTION, R&D, & LOOK DEVELOPMENT
Everyone knows the revolutionary, game changing Pro V1, that changed modern golf. What they don’t know is the Origin story of how it is created. Each ball is hyper accurate, designed to be extremely precise and consistent due to rigorous quality control measures and the advanced proprietary manufacturing process.
Kedron was elated to kick off the commission from Titleist Creative Director Joseph Nikolai to bring the Pro V1 campaign to life. Working hand in hand with Joseph and his right hand man, Art Director Brady Hall, the catalyst behind “Origins” is a large-scale awareness campaign. Kedron was tasked to make high concept art, 3D design and animation that captures the essence of the Pro V1 brand , reinforcing precision, consistency, accuracy and reliable performance by building a frame filling larger than life series of worlds that inspire golfers to pursue the ultimate scoring power that only Titleist offers.
The goal; concept, design, develop and produce a deliverable set comprising premium CG scenes that showcase the entire 2026 Pro V1 family. The CG Animations and 16K Tech CG photography that elevate Titleist’s commercial advertising, website, paid media, and organic social content.
In order to acheive optimum results, Kedron Creative Director, Austin Blasingame and Executive Producer, Matt Katsolis, traveled to New Bedford to first hand witness , observe and study the intense process of ProV1 manufacturing and accurately prepare to recreate it in a completely CG environment. The final results embodied the refined performance, distinct features, and visual sophistication of the Pro V1 family. The result is an arsenal of stunning cinematic, product-forward storytelling using high-end 3D animation that evokes power, control, and innovation. Pro V1 has never been seen like this before.
CREATION OF THE PRO V1 BALL
FULL CG BUILD FROM THE GROUND UP // ORIGINAL SOUND
PROCESS // BUILDING HYPER REALISTIC MOLDINGS AND ELEMENTS
Lighting | Accuracy | Finishing
There were no existing CAD models that could hold up to the demanding commission and the level of detail that would need to withstand macro cinematography. KEDRON visited the ball plant in New Bedford, MA and documented the meticulous process of making a PRO V1 golfball. From photography taken at the plant the team then executed molds and elements that would be used throughout the project.
SCENE 2 // ALT
Elegant Build of the Polymer Casing
PREMIUM. ELEGANT. CLEAN.
We created sims that mimic cellular division in nature. Organic lifelike intentional movement that represents. the formulation stage of the casing layer going from liquid to solid shell.
SIMULATIONS // POLYMER
SCENE 2 //POLYMER CASING FORMS
A large sea of polymer balls surround a powerfully stationed metal molding object.
High-end 3D animation captures the fusion of core and casing, a visual symphony of power and precision engineered for unparalleled performance.
SCIENCE // ART
DISCOVERY // SCENE BY SCENE EXPLORATION
ULTIMATE SCORING POWER - STYLIZED
SCENE 1 // CORE MOLDING
Core Elements Combining
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The assembly process unfolds in a stylized montage, where robotic precision meets artistic flair, celebrating Titleist’s commitment to flawless craftsmanship.
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SCENE 3 //MOLDED CASING
Ionomers Melt together Forming a Clear Casing Layer around the Core
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COVER CASTING
SCENE 4 // COVER CASTING
Exterior Layer Forming out of Urethane
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SCENE 1 //FLYING THROUGH THE NEBULA
Establishingthe Core
SCENE 2 // INNER CASING
Molten polymers cascade in a stylized dance, rendered with cinematic precision to highlight the innovative core of Titleist’s performance-driven design.
SIMULATIONS // POLYMER MOVING FROM LIQUID TO SOLID
Kinetic simulations in Houdini reveal stunning dynamics, each frame a mesmerizing study of control crafted for the world’s elite golfers.
Layers of resilient urethane coalesce, their luminous textures animated to showcase Titleist’s relentless pursuit of control and durability.
SCENE 3 //FINAL COAT
Outside Layer Forming
Intricate dimple patterns emerge, artfully crafted in 3D, their aerodynamic sophistication visualized with breathtaking clarity and dynamic flow.
SIMULATIONS // URETHANE