Hans Staden
A Journey Through
Time & Waves
In 1557, German adventurer Hans Staden released one of the first major accounts of Brazil, having survived nine months in captivity among a Tupinambá tribe that practiced cannibalism. 500 years after his birth, the Clube de Regatas Bandeirante decided to retrace his route—250 km from Bertioga to Paraty—in an unprecedented coastal rowing expedition.
The challenge for Raju Studio? To transform a historical odyssey into a visually captivating documentary, blending the raw reality of the sea today with the mysticism of Brazil in the 1500s.
What we did
illustration / art direction / motion design
The Impact
Much more than just a record of a sporting achievement, we helped tell a story of endurance. The visual and editorial outcome enriched the expedition’s mini-documentary—which covered a historic milestone in national rowing—and garnered attention in the press, including a major feature in *VEJA* magazine.
We brought to life the vibrant flora of the Atlantic Forest and the tension of the capture through textured, animated illustrations—evoking the imagery of antique European engravings, yet with a modern dynamic.
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