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It’s a Wrap: SIGGRAPH Asia 2023
The annual conference concludes its latest edition, which ran December 12-15 in Sydney; 5,690 attendees from more than 40 countries gathered, including technical and creatives in research, science, art, animation, gaming, interactivity, education, and emerging technologies.
16th ACM SIGGRAPH Asia Brings the CG World Together
A gathering place for technical and creatives in research, science, art, animation, gaming, interactivity, education, and emerging technologies, the annual conference and exhibition on computer graphics and interactive techniques comes to Sidney, Australia, December 12-15.
The Impact of AI on Hollywood
VES Announces ‘The VES Handbook of Virtual Production’ Release
The comprehensive guide to techniques and best practices, gleaned from 82 experts in VR, AR, MR, and XR technology and edited by VFX professionals Susan Zwerman VES and Jeffrey A. Okun VES, is now available for pre-order.
Hulu Scores ‘Undead Unlock’ Anime Series Rights
Adapted from Yoshifumi Tozuka’s ‘Shonen Jump’ Manga series, the show will be featured at the streamer’s Anime Expo Activation in Los Angeles July 1-4; the show debuts this October.
Fantoche 21st International Animation Film Festival
A meeting place for the international film and creative industries, the annual event returns in September to the Swiss town of Baden.
‘Meneath: The Mirrors of Ethics’ Wins ‘New Voices Award’ at Tribeca
Based on Terril Calder’s award-winning 2021 animated short, the installation received an honor presented to XR creators who bring new perspectives and artistic languages to immersive storytelling; the interactive stop-motion exhibit reflects Indigenous teachings from the earth fused into the story, creating a unique viewing experience
NFB Announces Terril Calder’s ‘Meneath: The Mirrors of Ethics’ World Premiere
Based on the award-winning 2021 animated short ‘Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics,’ the stop-motion installation reflects Indigenous teachings from the earth, fused into the story, creating a unique viewing experience; debut set for Tribeca Festival’s ‘Tribeca Immersive’ showcase in June.
Jan Pinkava to Head Animationsinstitut at Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg
Oscar-winning British-Czech animator, director, and screenwriter – known for Pixar’s Ratatouille and Gerri’s Game - takes the reigns in June, promising to remain faithful to his predecessor Andreas Hykade’s principal ‘The person is more important than the project.’
SIGGRAPH Asia 2023
Annual computer graphics conference and exhibition comes to Sydney, Australia December 12-15; the event’s Computer Animation Festival celebrates the inspiring world of computer generated visuals.
VIEW 2023 Set for October 15-20
The VIEW Conference is Italy's premiere international event on Computer Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Digital Cinema, 2D/3D Animation, VR and AR, Gaming and VFX - coming to Turin October 15-20.
ITFS Coming April 25-30.
A gathering of the international animation scene since 1982, the festival returns to Stuttgart, celebrating 30 years.
Call for Entries: Fantoche 21st International Animation Film Festival
A meeting place for the international film and creative industries, the annual event returns in September to the Swiss town of Baden; submissions for the short film competition are now being accepted through May 14.
‘Hidden Worlds: The Films of LAIKA’ Exhibition Opening at Seattle’s MoPOP
The multi-award-winning stop-motion studio's newest and largest exhibit features immersive displays, film artifacts, and interactives spotlighting ‘Coraline;’ ‘ParaNorman;’ ‘The Boxtrolls;’ ‘Kubo and the Two Strings;’ ‘Missing Link;’ and the upcoming ‘Wildwood;’ show kicks off in March and runs through Summer 2024.
Artist Eric Dyer Presents ‘rEVOLVE: Contemporary Zoetropic Art’ Exhibit
Coming to The National Gallery of Art November 25, the installation features a live visual and music performance, an artist talk, and a demonstration of interactive animated artworks.
SIGGRAPH Asia 2022 Registration Now Open
The Annual Conference takes place December 6-9 in Daegu, South Korea – with COVID travel restrictions lifted, the event promises the in-person return of a diverse group of respected technical and creative people from all over the world; don’t miss SACAF 2022, celebrating the vibrant and inspiring world of computer animation.
‘Disney Animation: Immersive Experience’ to Launch in Toronto December 2022
In collaboration with ‘Immersive Van Gogh’ exhibit creators Lighthouse Immersive Studios, the experiential exhibit will deliver music and artistry from Disney Animation’s iconic canon of films to live audiences as never experienced before.
Spire Animation Announces Investment from Temasek and Ericsenz
Total funds raised now tops $40M as the two investment firms bolster the studio’s existing fundraising led by Epic Games and Connect Ventures.
SCAD Announces 4 New Schools
Savannah College of Art and Design launches the School of Creative Technology, Animation and Motion, Film and Acting, and Visual Communication: courses in new technologies and STEM disciplines prepare students to lead companies, brands, and studios.
SIGGRAPH Asia 2022 Set for December 6-9
Annual computer graphics conference and exhibition comes to Daegu, South Korea, where it had been scheduled to run in 2020 before going virtual during the pandemic.
VIEW 2022 Set for October 16-21 in Turin, Italy
The VIEW Conference is the premier international event in Italy on Computer Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Digital Cinema, 2D/3D Animation, VR and AR, Gaming and VFX.
‘Korokoro’ Invites Players into a Free-to-Play Metaverse Anime Drama
Bang Zoom! Entertainment launches an audio-anime story via a 10-episode mini-podcast; players ultimately enter Sumomo City website where the adventure begins.
MPC Film, MPC Episodic and MR X Merge into MPC
Technicolor Creative Studios continues its strategic rebranding and consolidation by integrating its visual effects companies into one of the world’s largest VFX studios.
The Mill and MPC Advertising Unite Under The Mill Brand
Technicolor Creative Studios merges the 2 companies, creating the world’s largest VFX studio for the advertising and brand experience industries.