Past Events :: Seminars / Workshops

3D Conference and Expo

admin — Mon, 08 May 2000 11:00:00 -0700

The 3D Conference provides four days of in-depth classes focused on the art and technology of 3D. It addresses the needs of professionals using 3D technology in a wide variety of contexts, including entertainment, architecture, engineering, science, medicine, and legal affairs. More than 70 intermediate to advanced classes provide training and instruction in 3D tools and techniques used in animation, modeling, rendering, visual effects, industrial visualization, web design, broadcast and film design, and digital video.

First International Symposium on Non-Photorealistic Animation and Rendering (NPAR)

admin — Mon, 05 Jun 2000 11:00:00 -0700

NPAR 2000 is the first international symposium dedicated to non-photorealistic animation and rendering, including cartoon animation systems and techniques. Held in conjunction with the Annecy International Animated Film Festival, SIGGRAPH and Eurographics, the symposium will bring together researchers and practitioners from academia and the industry. It will showcase cutting-edge research in non-photorealistic animation and rendering systems and techniques, and present examples of their application in original computer-animated films.

The Nashville Independent Film Festival (NIFF)

admin — Wed, 07 Jun 2000 11:00:00 -0700

Early deadline for entries: December 17, 1999.

Anima Mundi 2000

admin — Fri, 14 Jul 2000 11:00:00 -0700

Rio de Janeiro: July 14 - 23, 2000

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Animation Week at Motherwell

admin — Thu, 06 Apr 2000 11:00:00 -0700

Motherwell College will be holding an Animation Week where guest speakers from the U.K. and Europe will be participating in seminars. The event will hold hands-on sessions for the public. Companies and speakers featured will include Dave Sharp, Dave Brown, Russell Murray, Laurie McCulloch [Digital Animation], Richard Scott [Axis Animation], representatives from Codemasters, The Lost Boys [Holland], Lego, Lesley Keen (Ex Inner Workings) and Alan McFarlane (Head of Art at Steel Monkeys). The event is a celebration of Motherwell's new course of study in film craft and animation.

Making Waves, Cruise for the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund

admin — Sun, 09 Apr 2000 11:00:00 -0700

Comic book fans can hobnob with the best in the business on a 7 day/7 night cruise benefiting the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, a non-profit organization protecting the First Amendment rights of the comics community. The "Making Waves" cruise will stop at three Mexican ports -- Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas and Mazatlan. The event will feature week-long programming including: cocktail parties, slide shows, panel discussions, Q&A sessions, writer seminars, chalktalks, dinner parties and much more. Prices include food, room service, accommodation and tips.

Richard Williams' Animation Masterclass

admin — Fri, 28 Apr 2000 11:00:00 -0700

Presented by triple Oscar winner Richard Williams, this course is for professionals in the field, including classical animators, computer animators, assistant directors, producers, layout artists and instructors. Richard Williams will demonstrate his points with drawing, performance, and personal and professional film clips. The cost for each 3-day masterclass is $1000. Seating is limited to 150 participant per weekend.

The Crested Butte Reel Festival

admin — Wed, 16 Aug 2000 11:00:00 -0700

The Crested Butte Reel Festival is a competitive short film festival with an animation, experimental and student category. The shorts must be under 40 minutes. There are cash awards, unusual "trophies" and industry exposure. The festival also presents filmmakers' panels and a director's workshop. Entry fees: regular entries, $30; student entries $20.

Large Format Cinema Festival

admin — Wed, 17 May 2000 11:00:00 -0700

LFCA 2000 will mark the the Large Format Cinema Association's 4th annual Conference and 3rd annual Large Format Film Festival. The competition is open to all member of the international large format industry. The Festival highlights new and classic works in 15/70 and 8/70, an historical tribute to a pioneer of the large format film industry, and a closing gala featuring a 5/70 Hollywood widescreen classic. The Conference will feature panels, technical sessions, historical tributes, awards, and a keynote presentation.

Content World Conference & Expo

admin — Wed, 17 May 2000 11:00:00 -0700

The conference session tracks include case studies, new technologies and industry directions covering a wide range of topics in media asset management, content databases, IP rights management and e-business.