Second Hand (2012) and Time Flies (2023) were exhibited in the group show Past-Forward at the Ignite Gallery, OCAD U, Sept. 5-Oct. 8, 2023. Watch the Film below.

Artist statement from the exhibition: Second Hand (2012) is a film about time and stuff. Neighbours with opposing lifestyles highlight attitudes about disposability and consumerism. Time Flies (2023) are static sculptures - nostalgic reminders and joyful pollinators attracted to decaying matter. Made from waste materials, these objects tell stories and mark time, while outside this gallery, a layer of human garbage covers the earth - a geologic reminder of the Anthropocene.

A 7-minute animated film by Isaac King.

The term "second hand" refers to the ticking hand on a clock; it also describes re-used items. Would you rather save time? Or save stuff? This film examines the imbalance and waste created by these modern obsessions.

Written, directed and animated by Isaac King. Music by Jeremy Singer. Sound Design /Mix by Greg Sextro. Produced with the support of The Ontario Arts Council, Toronto Arts Council, and the National Film Board of Canada’s Filmmaker Assistance Program.©IK2012

Winner - Audience Award, Annecy Animation Festival, France

Winner - Best Children's Film, Animafest, Zagreb, Croatia

Winner - Best short film, CromaFest, Mexico City

Winner - Best short film, VIEW Conference and Festival, Turin, Italy

Winner - Best short film, Cinanima, Espinho, Portugal

Winner - Best Ultra Short Film, Reel Earth Film Festival, New Zealand

Winner - Best Educational Short Film, Anirmau, Spain

Winner - Children's Award, EarthVision, Japan

Winner - Best short film, Earth Port Film Festival, USA

Winner - Best Canadian Short Film, GIRAF Animation Festival, Calgary, Canada

Winner - Best Screenplay, Animacam Festival, Ourense, Spain

Honorable mention, Ottawa Int’l Animation Festival, Ottawa, Canada