24th Encounters Festival: September 25-30, 2018 – Bristol, England
Being both a live action and an animated short film festival, the Encounters Festival schedule was packed with film programs of every description.
AWN Blogs
Art Triumphs Over Everything
Cassidy Curtis, technical art lead at Google Spotlight Stories and one of the creative minds behind Oscar-shortlisted animated short film ‘Age of Sail,’ explains why the stylized look of Sony’s awards juggernaut, ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,’ should be a rallying cry for the animation industry.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Films, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: 10 Till 6 | Special Events: Academy Awards, Annie Awards | Geographic Region: North America
Call for Entries to the 3rd Bilbao International Animation Community Festival ANIMAKOM FEST
Call for Entries to the 3rd Bilbao International Animation Community Festival ANIMAKOM FEST is open until 31st January 2019.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Big Plans for VR in the PRC
Get ready for virtual reality with Chinese characteristics.
In Business, CG, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
Review: ‘Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki’
AWN’s Miscweant looks at the fascinating new documentary that begs the question of whether or not the iconic animation director will ever make another film.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: Asia
FMX 2019 Releases First Trailer and Program Confirmations
Keynote by Oscar-winner and Google Spotlight Stories creative director Jan Pinkava one of initial set of events confirmed for upcoming animation and VFX conference.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX, ITFS | Geographic Region: Europe
Countdown to CES: zSpace Laptop Allows User Interaction with VR Content
CES 2019 Innovation Award honoree combines AR/VR with mobile PC, supporting new applications for education, vocational training, c-commerce, social media, gaming and more.
In Business, Technology, AR/VR/XR | Headline News | Blogs: Fan Services | Special Events: CES | Geographic Region: All
Review: ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
AWN ‘s ‘Miscweant’ waxes nostalgic as he breaks down Disney’s return to the world of their 1964 classic, ‘Mary Poppins.’
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, Reviews, Visual Effects | Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: All
Finding Their ‘Calling’
Director Charles Zhang and writer/producer Jonathan Cui break new ground with a feature-length VR film.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Technology, AR/VR/XR | Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
Call for Entries - Anibar 2019 Tenth Edition in Peja, Kosovo
The deadline to submit your project to Anibar 2019 is April 30, 2019.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Festival, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
1st ATHENS ANIMATION AGORA 22 – 24 September 2018, Athens, Greece
GREEK ANIMATION ROCKS - The Athens Animation Agora symposium brought together an international network of creative professionals in the animation industry.
MY CHRISTMAS WISH LIST – TWO BOOKS ON ANIMATION THAT I RECOMMEND
ANTI-ANIMATION by Ulo Pikkov & AESTHETIC INTERFERENCES by Eliane Gordeeff
"ODD" VIETNAMESE ANIMATION COMES TO YOUTUBE
VinTaTa Animation Studio just released its first animated series, Monta in the Odd Galaxy
Call for Entries - Anifilm 2019, Call for Pitches - Visegrad Animation Forum
Anifilm 2019 in Trebon - January 10, 2019 deadline for submissions
Visegrad Animation Forum - January 13, 2019 deadline for Sign-up
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, Festival, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All
Anibar needs your help for a successful crowdfunding campaign!
There are only 8 days left to reach the 35% required to fund Anibar's restoration campaign! An 8,750 EUR benchmark is required to continue the campaign!
Review: ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’
AWN’s “Miscweant” shares his take on brand names, Disney Princesses and a refreshing break from clichéd buddy movies.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Reviews | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: All, North America
Stan Lee (1922 - 2018)
A creative dynamo moves on to the next big thing.
ANIMATION VOLDA FESTIVAL 12th EDITION - 13-16 September 2018 - Volda, Norway
For Four Days Volda Becomes The Animation Capital Of Norway
FMX 2019 Announces ‘Bridging the Gap’ Theme
Animation and VFX conference, set for next April 30-May 3, will highlight worldviews and workflows that inspire artistic exchange.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe
Call for Entries: International Trickfilm Festival Stuttgart 2019
The International Trickfilm Festival Stuttgart 2019 is now open for submissions
SUBMIT YOUR FILMS FOR ANIMAFEST ZAGREB 2019!
The World Festival of Animated Film – Animafest Zagreb invites you to submit your films for the 29th edition of the Festival, taking place 3-8 June 2019 in Zagreb.
The Animator Scientist
Philippe Vaucher tackles nine old men.
In Books, Education and Training, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Lines of Thought | Geographic Region: All
Claire’s Halloween
A daddy / daughter side project.
In 2D, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
Nora Twomey Honored with Inaugural VIEW Visionary Award
‘The Breadwinner’ director and Cartoon Saloon co-founder is recognized for her exemplary work as an artist, animator and visual storyteller.
In 2D, Awards, Event, Films, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
‘La Noria’ Tops 2018 VIEW Awards
Gobelins short ‘Best Friend’ wins jury award for best student film; ENSI short ‘Wild Love’ receives the special jury award.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Education and Training, Event, People, Places, Short Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe
