Client: Barska Optics
Advertising Agency: Ireland/Davenport, Johannesburg, South Africa
Creative Directors: Philip Ireland, John Davenport
Art Director: Marion Bryan
Copywriter: George Low
Photographer: David Prior
Stylist: Nicola Bower


Did the copywriter happen to get stranded in the Philippines and get rescued by the megastar with multimillion commercial endorsements? Was he a die-hard fan of that femme fatale whose slit way under enslaves men with a slight cross of her legs? Or was he dumped by a batty lady of the same name whom he vigilantly stalked afterwards?

Whatever the reason, "Sharon" was selected for Best Copy by Ads of the World for April 2008. It felt so weird and even disturbing when I first read it. But when I finished, I had a big smile on my face and I could definitely see why it was picked.

Thanks to Ads of the World and Ivan for this early morning treat.