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.
Includes buffet dinner and wine/beer/soft drinks
8:00 to 10:00 pm "THE MAKING OF MATRIX RELOADED"
Get a behind the scenes look at how they created the amazing visual effects in MATRIX RELOADED. Learn from lead artists and FX supervisors who will share with you the challenges faced by the crews in realizing the vision of directors on this breakthrough effects blockbuster.

ADMISSION:
6:00 pm VIP RECEPTION/DINNER:
SIGGRAPH Members: $20 includes dinner plus two drinks and entry to presentation
Non-SIGGRAPH Members: $30 includes dinner plus two drinks and entry to presentation
8:00 pm MAKING OF MATRIX PROGRAM:
SIGGRAPH members Free
Non-SIGGRAPH members: $10

Beer/Wine/Soft Drinks available for purchase at event with proper ID


SEATS ARE LIMITED
RESERVE YOUR SPACE EARLY VIA ACTEVA: http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=48531

Bringing Virtual Figures to Life and Creating Convincing Animated Characters for Film and Television. A unique, interactive, intensive 2-day advanced character development workshop conducted as part of the Psychomechanics European Training Tour. This seminar dynamically introduces participants (animators & game developers) to the pre-production and production processes which, in derivative applications, have been utilized in the most internationally successful animated U.S. films of the past 5 years. Participants should wear loose non-restrictive clothing and be prepared to engage in intellectually challenging and physically interactive exercises. Fee: Professionals: 199 Euros - Students: 120 Euros (with valid student I.D.). Places are limited. Admission will be determined on a first-paid, first-reserved basis. More information at http://www.the-character-animator.com/what_participants_are_saying.html Register online at http://www.the-character-animator.com/form/signup_neu.php. BelleImages is the Netherlands' sole SoftImage Certified Training Center. Jeffrey Hinze has worked with, coached or supervised digital and traditional artists who are presently employed by or have worked for the following companies: Disney Feature Animation, H5B5, Industrial Light & Magic, Papa Loewe Film, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Square USA and others.

You're invited to the Academy of Art College's "Academy Day" at the Beverly Hills Hotel on July 20th from 2-5PM. Learn more about how the Academy can jumpstart your career in 2D Animation, 3D Animation, Game Design, Visual Effects, and much more! Professional artists will hold portfolio reviews, and Academy alumni will share with you how they made it in the industry. Don't miss it! For more information, call 1-800-544-ARTS or visit www.academyart.edu/academyday. Admission is free. Location: Beverly Hills Hotel 9461 Sunset Blvd Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Alias|Wavefront will be holding Maya MasterClasses during SIGGRAPH 2003. The 90-minute seminars will be presented by accomplished industry professionals and Alias|Wavefront experts. Topics will include mental ray for Maya, Character Articulation for Games, MEL, Previsualization and Maya Fluid Effects, to name a few. Many of the classes are for intermediate to advanced users; however, Exploring Maya 5 Features is an excellent session for the beginner to intermediate level. The classes will be held at the San Diego Marriott in Marina Ball Room, Section F, which is located at 333 West Harbor Drive. Below is a list of the various classes and its times.

Monday, July 28, 2003
* MEL Crash Course

VFXTalk.com & eyeon Software Inc. have announced VFX003 - Title Design THE HOBBIT, which allows entrants the chance to win eyeon

The 4th Annual Festival of Fantasy, Horror & Science-Fiction kicks off with special 50th anniversary screening of a brand-new print of THE WAR OF THE WORLDS with cast-member Ann Robinson and others in attendance. Other highlights include: a sneak preview of Eli Roth

The Ultimate Movie Making Experience!
August 10

AMD is holding the AMD Athlon 64 Processor Animation and Digital Film Contest, a global search for the best non-commercial animation and digital short films. Eligible participants can submit their work in one of two categories, "Digital Cinematography" or "Computer Character Animation," for a chance to win one of two grand prizes. Each grand prizewinner will receive a desktop system based on the upcoming AMD Athlon 64 processor and $6,400. Eligible participants are invited to submit original 30- to 45-second, animations or digital short films for consideration. Six semifinalists will be selected (three in each category) by AMD and a panel of experts. These six submissions will be re-rendered by AMD on an AMD Athlon 64 processor-based system at the conclusion of the contest. AMD also plans to showcase the six semifinalists at AMD Athlon 64 launch events around the world on September 23, 2003. Contest information and official rules can be found at www.amd.com/animationcontest.

Oregon3D Inc., The Center for Visualization TechnologiesSM, will have famed stop-motion animator Will Vinton speak at its upcoming Oregon3DSM Film Camp. The two-week film school-style camp will involve students in the total process of creating a short film as a group. Drawing from more than two decades of experience in the animation industry, Vinton will join the camp as part of the Film Camp's lectures series and provide students with insight from past projects such as the famous California Raisins and THE PJ'S. Under the guidance of award-winning director Mike Wellins and Oregon3D's discreet-certified flame compositor Phil Guzzo, Oregon3D Film Camp students will work step-by-step through the entire film production process, and come away with a well-rounded experience of modern filmmaking and an actual film for their reel. The Film Camp will take place from 9:00 to 5:00 pm, at Oregon3D's training facility, 735 SW 20th Place, Suite 230, Portland, Oregon. The cost of Film Camp is $1,500 and includes some lunches. For additional information on Film Camp and class registration, visit the Oregon3D Website at www.oregon3d.com/filmcamp.html or call (866) 626-9100.

UCLA Extension's Computer Graphics and Graphic Design Program is hosting a free open house, featuring a presentation of the recently updated curriculum, a panel of UCLA Extension instructors and industry experts and discussion of career opportunities in the field. Attendees may enter a drawing for a free course and learn about a selection of fall quarter design courses available at a 10% discount (at this event only). In addition, those who attend will be eligible for a 10% discount on the certificate candidacy fee. The open house begins at 7:00 pm at UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center, 10920 Lindbrook Drive, Room 202. For more information call (310) 206-1422.