Past Events :: User Group Meetings

Southern California , 3DS MAX User Group

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2003 11:00:00 -0700

Motion Media Invites you to our first 3DS MAX User Group! Where: Motion Works Studios 4054 Glencoe Ave. Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 When: Wednesday, April 30 6:00PM - 10:00PM Food and Drinks start at 6:00PM Meeting starts at 7:00PM

Cascade SIGGRAPH and Oregon3D Host Mark Sylvester

admin — Sat, 17 May 2003 11:00:00 -0700

Cascade SIGGRAPH and Oregon3D host 3D Graphics Guru, Mark Sylvester's presentation, "Three Tribes - The Creation of Maya." The former co-founder of Wavefront Technologies will address the Cascade SIGGRAPH chapter outlineing the history of Alias, Wavefront and Thomson Digital Images and talk about how these three companies came together to develop Maya. There will be an opportunity to ask questions after his presentation, followed by several immersive 3D presentations in Oregon3D's Visualization room.

Chicago Area Toon Novices and Professionals (CATNAP) Meeting

admin — Sat, 17 May 2003 11:00:00 -0700

The May meeting of CATNAP focuses on casting and directing voice talents. Featured presenter is Mike Nawrocki of Big Idea Productions, co-writer of A VEGGIETALES MOVIE and the voice of Larry the Cucmber. The meeting includes an opportunity to network and screen work. The meeting begins at 1:00 PM at the studios of iToons, 3717 S. Ravenswood, Chicago.

ASIFA Colorado Presents Mighty Fudge - Big Toe Productions

admin — Wed, 28 May 2003 11:00:00 -0700

Mighty Fudge is currently producing a follow up video for Dressy Bessy's new album. They are focusing on making an animated music video and producing our own "Saturday Morning Cartoons for Adults." Big Toe Productions (Damian Griffin) will talk about the production of his short film and touring the animation festival circuit. Damian is the single mind and force of will behind his stories, production, promotion and distribution of his work. Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 7:00 pm at the Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design Theater 6875 E. Evans Ave Denver, CO 80224

CATNAP (Chicago Area Toon Novices and Professionals

admin — Sat, 21 Jun 2003 11:00:00 -0700

The June meeting of CATNAP will feature a presentation on timing breakdown and background layout. These monthly meetings include networking and screenings. The meetings are free and open to anyone, and start at 1:00 pm at the studios of Itoons, 3717 N. Ravenswood, Suite 210, Chicago, Illionis.

San Francisco ACM SIGGRAPH presents Rhythm & Hues

admin — Sat, 21 Jun 2003 11:00:00 -0700

HAVE BREAKFAST WITH ARTISTS FROM RHYTHM & HUES!

San Francisco SIGGRAPH is pleased to announce:

Your chance to meet artists from Rhythm & Hues - the Academy Award(r) winning studio of such hits as X-Men 2, Daredevil, Babe, Cats & Dogs, Scooby-Doo, and Men in Black 2. Plus, Rhythm & Hues is in active recruitment mode! A Rhythm & Hues recruiter will be on site to answer your questions.

DATE:
Saturday, June 21, 2003

TIME:

Orlando ACM SIGGRAPH first event!

admin — Mon, 23 Jun 2003 11:00:00 -0700

The Orlando ACM SIGGRAPH Chapter in Orlando, Florida is having its first meeting event at Universal Studios Florida Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at 8:00 pm.

Visit www.orlando.siggraph.org for more info.

The Making of The Matrix Reloaded

admin — Fri, 11 Jul 2003 11:00:00 -0700

Friday evening, July 11, 2003

SAN FRANCISCO SIGGRAPH SHOWCASE EVENT

ESC Fx and Eon present "THE MAKING OF MATRIX RELOADED."
Hosted by San Francisco SIGGRAPH Professional Chapter and Expression Center for New Media

WHERE:
Expression Center for New Media, located at 6601 Shellmound Street in Emeryville, California. (www.expression.edu for directions)

PROGRAM:
6:00 to 8:00 pm VIP reception/dinner
Meet the speakers and others involved in the production of MATRIX RELOADED.

Chicago Area Toon Novices And Professionals (CATNAP) Meeting

admin — Sat, 20 Sep 2003 11:00:00 -0700

CATNAP returns to it's monthly meeting schedule after a brief summer hiatus with a presentation by Marc Vulcano, former director of animation for Big Idea Productions. Marc will speak on the subject of "Character Animation, How to Make Your Work Believable". Drawing on his many years of experience in the animation business he will address the character animator's approach, philosophy, responsibilities and priorities in the creation of exceptional animation. This program is a must-see for any serious animator, and is free and open to the public. The meeting begins at 1:00 pm.

San Francisco SIGGRAPH Presents: The SIGGRAPH Conference Encore and Volunteers Party

admin — Wed, 24 Sep 2003 11:00:00 -0700

If you missed the SIGGRAPH Conference in San Diego this year, you're in luck! San Francisco SIGGRAPH is bringing some of the conference to you! San Francisco SIGGRAPH Presents: The SIGGRAPH Conference Encore and Volunteers Party When: Wednesday, September 24th, 2003 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Where: The Art Institute of California, San Francisco 1170 Market Street (at U.N. Plaza) San Francisco, CA 94102 Main Tel. (415) 865-0198 Toll-Free Tel. (888) 493-3261 http://www.aisf.artinstitutes.edu/aboutUs_directions.asp Admission: Free (for members and non-members)