Yeti Farm Taps Industry Icons to Join Senior Team
Blair Peters, Lance Priebe and Darren Battersby join Yeti Farm Creative following the studio’s expansion into a new facility in Kelowna, B.C.
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SIGGRAPH Asia 2016 Ventures into Virtual Reality
Annual event showcasing the world’s top professionals, academics and creative minds at the forefront of digital imaging, research, science, art, animation, gaming, interactivity, education and emerging technologies runs December 5-8 in Macao.
In 3D, CG, Event, Festival, People, Places, Technology, AR/VR/XR | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH Asia | Geographic Region: Asia
JAM Media & Nickelodeon Sign Global Deal for ‘Becca’s Bunch’
New preschool series from Dublin-based JAM Media merges live-action, puppetry, 2D and CG animation.
In 2D, 3D, Business, Cartoons, CG, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
eOne Announces Broadcast Sales for ‘Winston Steinburger’ Series
Entertainment One signs new broadcast deals in the U.K., Poland, the Middle East and North Africa for 2D-animated comedy series developed with animation studio Sticky Pictures.
In 2D, Business, Cartoons, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
Animation Show of Shows Returns for Second Year in Theaters
Twelve charming, family-friendly films join four provocative shorts exclusively for mature audiences in the 18th annual Animation of Show of Shows; theatrical run in cities across the U.S. now underway.
In People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: Animated Travels | Geographic Region: North America
A Kick in the Head: OIAF Artistic Director Chris Robinson Reflects on 40 Years of Ottawa
The Ottawa International Animation Festival’s artistic director tries not to take himself too seriously as he celebrates the landmark 40th anniversary edition of the largest independent animation festival in North America.
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APC Kids Secures Global Rights to Russia’s ‘Kid-E-Cats’
Animated kids series produced by Studio Metranom/Metrafilms for CTC Media in Russia will launch at MIPCOM 2016, with sales handled by newly-appointed APC managing director Lionel Marty.
In Business, Cartoons, Event, Licensing, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: MIPCOM | Geographic Region: Europe
Studio 100, VARTA Sign Licensing Deal for ‘Maya the Bee’
Multi-year licensing agreement encompasses the German-speaking market in addition to other areas throughout Europe; products will be available starting in 2017.
In Business, Cartoons, CG, Licensing, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
‘Peppa Pig’ Gains Momentum in Asia
Entertainment One’s preschool sensation ‘Peppa Pig’ launching on South Korea’s CJ Tooniverse in October.
In Business, Cartoons, Licensing, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, Europe
Acamar Films Announce International Broadcast Deals for ‘Bing’
Acamar Films and global distribution partner Aardman sign a string of key international broadcast deals in Europe, Africa and Australia.
Aussie Duo Wins 2016 Pitch This! Competition with ‘Owl and Cloud’
Suren Perera and Thomas Duncan-Watt win coveted development deal with Corus Entertainment for original kids series ‘Owl & Cloud.’
In 2D, Business, Cartoons, People, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: Animated Travels | Special Events: OIAF | Geographic Region: Australia, North America
On the Edge: Experimental Shorts at OIAF 2016
Watch the trailers for six of the abstract and experimental short films that screened at the 40th anniversary edition of the Ottawa International Animation Festival.
In 2D, 3D, Motion Graphics, Music and Sound, People, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Animated Travels | Special Events: OIAF | Geographic Region: North America
Italy’s VIEW Conference Details 2016 Offerings
Countdown to VIEW 2016: Two-time Oscar-winner Rob Legato, visual effects supervisor for Disney’s The Jungle Book, rounds out a stellar VIEW 2016 program; Film, Games, and VR Industry leaders offer 18 workshops.
In 3D, CG, Event, Films, People, Places, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: Animated Travels, VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference
Watch the New U.S. Trailer for China’s ‘Rock Dog’ Feature
3D-animated comedy based on the Chinese graphic novel ‘Tibetan Rock Dog’ by Zheng Jun arrives in U.S. theaters on February 24, 2017.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Places, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, North America
Cinesite Seeking Animation & VFX Talent for Montréal Team
In addition to attending industry events like Spark Animation in Vancouver, CTN eXpo in Los Angeles and Journée Québec in Paris, Cinesite’s recruitment team will be visiting several major international cities throughout October and November to meet potential recruits.
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Places, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Narrative Shorts We Watched and Loved at OIAF 2016
The NFB’s ‘I Like Girls’ won the Grand Prize at the 40th anniversary edition of the Ottawa International Animation Festival, but here are seven other animated shorts from the Narrative competition we liked even better.
In Awards, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Animated Travels | Special Events: OIAF | Geographic Region: All, North America
Studio Ghibli Co-Production ‘The Red Turtle’ Sets Oscar-Qualifying Run
Studio Ghibli’s first feature co-production directed by Dutch animator Michael Dudok de Wit to screen in New York and Los Angeles beginning November 18, followed by a national rollout in January 2017.
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Marv Newland Curating ‘Kooks and Legends’ Animation Showcase at VIFF 2016
Presented by Atomic Cartoons, October 14 event to feature a 90-minute selection of rare and never-seen animated short films specially selected by the creator of ‘Bambi Meets Godzilla.’
In Cartoons, Festival, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: Animated Travels | Geographic Region: North America
VFX Luminary Rob Legato Bringing ‘The Jungle Book’ to VIEW 2016
Oscar-winning visual effects supervisor who has worked with James Cameron, Robert Zemeckis and Martin Scorsese to present keynote address on his recent collaboration with director Jon Favreau on Disney’s photorealistic CG/live-action adventure reboot of the classic animated film.
In 3D, CG, Event, Films, People, Places, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: Animated Travels, VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
Plympton’s ‘Loneliest Stoplight’ is Lonely, and Now You Can Be Lonely Together at NYCC
‘The Loneliest Stoplight’ gets a limited edition Blu-ray release for New York Comic Con with ‘BILL PLYMPTON IN HD’; release includes indie animator’s Oscar-nominated shorts remastered for the first time in HD.
In 2D, Event, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Comic-Con | Geographic Region: North America
Malta Comic Convention Returns December 3 & 4
Wicked Comics offers a number of discount packages for fans and exhibitors alike for Malta Comic Con 2016.
In Event, Illustration, Places | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Film Forum to Premiere Keith Maitland’s ‘Tower’ Documentary Feature
Winner of the Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the 2016 South by Southwest Festival revisits the University of Texas Shooting 50 years ago, integrating animation with eyewitness interviews.
Umedia Opens VFX and Finishing Studio in Vancouver
Umedia expands global reach with launch of new 10,000-square-foot VFX and finishing house in Vancouver.
In 3D, Books, Business, CG, Films, Illustration, People, Places, Post-production, AR/VR/XR | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Artella Creates Show Open for CTN 2016
Collaborative short film kicking off the 2016 edition of the CTN animation eXpo on Friday, November 18, followed by a panel with director Tim Rudder and other members of the creative team behind the project.
Manchester Animation Festival Announces 2016 Program
Manchester Animation Festival has revealed its line-up of specials guests, masterclasses, workshops, screenings and panels for its return to Manchester on November 15-17, 2016.
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