Digital Domain to Launch Abu Dhabi VFX/Animation Facility
Digital Domain Media Group announced that it will establish a new animation/VFX Studio and Digital Domain Institute at Abu Dhabi’s twofour54.
Category: Education and Training
AND MY READERS' FAVORITE CARTOON SERIES IS...
Last month I asked my readers what their favorite animated series of the last 50 years were. Now the votes are in...
Max Howard ‘Up In The Air’ – Again!
I’m returning from two days spent teaching a program at The Animation Workshop on producing independent animated feature films and the particular challenges of doing so in Europe.
Let It Be
Whether it’s the job market, the economy, your personal life or the fact you can’t stand the commute any longer, whatever is getting under your skin the fact is this to shall pass. When you are ready to call it quits, think about all that is good in your life (even if you have to think creatively), and pull yourself together.
GOBELINS Announces Summer Character Animation Courses
GOBELINS, l'ecole de l'image, an applied arts, print and digital media school in Paris, is organizing for the seventh time an international summer school to enable students and professionals from around the world to gain a better understanding of what makes for successful character animation.
In Education and Training, Films, People, Places, Education and Training, Films, People, Places, 2D, 3D | Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, Europe
Imagineer Launches Academic Discount Program
Imagineer Systems, developers of the popular motion tracking and visual effects software, mocha Pro, announced that the company is launching a new discount pricing program created specifically for universities, film schools and high schools.
Imagination Part 4
I challenge students to expose themselves, not physically but spiritually. I call upon them to “take the condom off their head”, have an unsafe idea, for life is too short and precious for following in someone else’s steps, make your own path through an untapped space.
Pratt Show 2012 to Showcase Student Talent May 7-10
Pratt Institute, currently celebrating its 125th anniversary year, will be showcasing a host of talent at Pratt Show 2012, which will take place from May 7-10.
In Education and Training, Event, People, Places, Education and Training, Event, People, Places | Art, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Full Sail Launches Scholarship Fund
The National Flight Academy announced plans to distribute a $125,000 matching scholarship fund made possible by the University of Florida and Full Sail University totaling $250,000.
In CG, Education and Training, Places, Visual Effects, CG, Education and Training, Places, Visual Effects, 2D, 3D | Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Gnomon & MeniThings Create Post-Apocalyptic 'Exoids'
“Exoids,” directed by Aristomenis 'Meni' Tsirbas, is the latest film from Gnomon Studios and MeniThings productions.
Dover Releases New Maya NURBS Modeling Training Video
Dover Studios released Maya NURBS Modeling 4th Edition, their latest visual effects training video.
Tool Factory Announces Stop Motion Contest
Tool Factory announced the launch of the High Seas Animation Contest at the NSBA Annual Conference in Boston to celebrate the release of “The Pirates: Band of Misfits,” which hits U.S. theatres on April 27.
Imagination Part 3
To many the “system” is the symbol of oppression, the foe to resist in almost any cause. To us, not understanding something is a challenge that motivates and inspires, it ignites our imagination, makes us restless until, if fortunate, we arrive at an answer, a climax, whether right or not.
Adobe Announces $1M Scholarship Fund
The Adobe Foundation announced it is committing one million dollars to establish the Adobe Foundation Creativity Scholarships – a new global initiative intended to unlock the creative potential of students.
In Education and Training, Places, Technology, Education and Training, Places, Technology | Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Feeling Chipper about the Great Outdoors
See how Let’s Go Chipper!, an eco-educational property, uses books, animated shows and interactive applications to teach young kids about character, community and caring for the environment.
Frenzer Foreman Animation Forum (podcast) x 30
Welcome to 2012 with FFAF's very special Valentine's Day Special! Who, what, where, when, why, and how do Joel and Alan love? Then, animator/sculptor/toy-designer Gina Kamentsky joins the talk to discuss found-footage animation, kinetic esthetics, thorns in butts, and her new autobiography, Gloves and Goggles: The Gina Kamentsky Story.
HOW TO WRITE FOR ANIMATION available again at Amazon.com
My book, How To Write For Animation, has just been released for the Kindle and other eBook formats. Read what Jeffrey Katzenberg, Stan Lee and others have to say about it.
In 2D, 3D, Acting, Anime, Awards, Books, Business, Cartoons, CG, Education and Training, Films, Flash, Interactive, Stop-Motion, Technology, Television, Visual Effects, Voice Acting, Writing | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott
John Textor Defends Digital Domain
The VFX industry continues to debate the recent revelation that Digital Domain CEO John Textor intends to fuel Tradition Studios, the company’s new feature animation studio in Port St. Lucie, Florida, with student labor.
Luxology Ships Texture Painting Tutorials for modo 601
Luxology is releasing a set of video tutorials for modo 601 hosted by London illustrator Richard Yot.
fxphd Announces April Courses
Online training site fxphd announced 12 new courses for the new term, beginning on April 12.
Win a Free Master Class with Eric Goldberg
Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD) and The Creative Talent Network (CTN) have partnered to offer one complimentary registration in the Animation Master Class taught by one of the world's most talented and revered legendary animators, Eric Goldberg.
Angry Public Responds to Digital Domain’s John Textor
A public response to the recent revelation that Digital Domain CEO John Textor intends to fuel Tradition Studios, the company’s new feature animation studio in Port St. Lucie, Florida, with student labor.
ASSIMILATE Offers New SCRATCH Lab Certification Program
ASSIMILATE announced that it has launched a worldwide professional training and certification program for SCRATCH Lab via selected ASSIMILATE Authorized Training Partners.
Gnomon Workshop Releases Creative Workflow DVD
The Gnomon Workshop releases “Environment Sculpting,” an in-depth look by environment artist David Lesperance at the workflow behind hit titles such as “Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe,” “Tony Hawk: Ride” and the highly anticipated “Halo 4.”
Imagination Part 2
These days, when technology plays such a significant role in all aspects of our lives, and in much of what we do, there is a strong relationship between “IT” and our imagination: when they are not in balance, technology itself can overshadow imagination and seemingly become the ultimate answer to all. But when they are, technology empowers us, acting as our “magic wand”.
