Autodesk Tools Help Smithsonian Create 3D Printed Bust of President Obama
Digital artists use Autodesk Maya and Mudbox to help bring 3D model of President Obama to life.
Category: 3D
Shotgun Releases Version 5.4
New update dramatically extends workflow flexibility and adds zoom and pan of images and movies in review toolset.
In 3D, CG, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All, North America
‘Home Sweet Home’ Short Debuts Online
Award-winning short thesis film directed by Alejandro Diaz, Pierre Clenet, Romain Mazevet and Stephane Paccolot was produced at France’s Supinfocom Arles.
In 3D, CG, Education and Training, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, Europe
FMX 2015 Trailer Features Filmakademie Short, ‘Wrapped’
Created by Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg students Roman Kaelin, Falko Paeper and Florian Wittmann, diploma project has won several awards at animation and visual effects events around the world.
In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Short Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe
Disney to Release ‘Frozen’ Short with Live-Action ‘Cinderella’
New short ‘Frozen Fever’ to open in theaters in front of live-action ‘Cinderella’ on March 13, 2015.
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
New ‘Yellowbird’ Trailer Takes Flight
CG-animated feature from France’s TeamTO will roll out a limited theatrical release in the U.S. beginning December 5, to be followed by a VOD and DVD release on March 17, 2015.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Voice Acting, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
Chapman University Showcases Xsens Motion Capture Solutions at CTN 2014
Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts showcases the new Xsens MVN motion capture system live on the show floor at CTN 2014.
In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Blogs: 10 Till 6 | Geographic Region: North America
PipelineFX’s Qube! First Render Manager to Support Autodesk’s VRED
Leading render farm manager offers optimized path to prototype renders for automotive and industrial designers; demoing beta at Autodesk University in booth #78.
In 3D, CG, Event, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
LAIKA’s ‘Boxtrolls’ Lead 42nd Annie Award Nominations
Best Animated Features nominations include Disney’s ‘Big Hero 6,’ Bill Plympton’s ‘Cheatin,’ DreamWorks Animation’s ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2,’ Cartoon Saloon’s ‘Song of the Sea,’ Reel FX’s ‘The Book of Life,’ LAIKA’s ‘The Boxtrolls,’ Warner Bros.’ ‘The LEGO Movie’ and Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Tale of The Princess Kaguya.’
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Films, Games, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annie Awards | Geographic Region: North America
Inky Mind Creates Cinematic ‘Tooth Fairy’ Short
Milan and London-based animation and VFX studio blends CG animation with gorgeous 2D backgrounds for cinematic spot.
Watch: New Trailer arrives for DreamWorks Animation’s ‘Home’
DreamWorks Animation’s extraterrestrial comedy ‘Home’ arrives in theaters on March 27, 2015.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Animex Awards 2015
Begins: February 9, 2015
Animex Awards is an international competition for student animations, an integral part of the Animex International Festival of Animation and Computer Games.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, Call for Entries, CG, Event, Games, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Visual Effects | Event Types: Competitive Festivals
Melbourne International Animation Festival
Begins: June 21, 2015
ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN FOR MIAF 2015!
> INTERNATIONAL ENTRIES
MUST BE RECEIVED BY
MONDAY 15 DECEMBER 2014
> AUSTRALIAN ENTRIES
MUST BE RECEIVED BY
FRIDAY 27 FEBRUARY 2015
The Melbourne International Animation Festival (MIAF) is one of the largest animation festivals in the world. It usually screens around 400-450 films each year in competitive, panorama, student, curated and retrospective programs. MIAF generates a smaller touring festival called the Australian International Animation Festival (AIAF), is a submissions base for the London International Animation Festival, the New Zealand Film Festival, the Sydney Film Festival and assists in programming a number of other festivals in Australia, Taiwan, South Korea and the USA.
When you submit your film to MIAF, your film is automatically considered for each of these festivals although these other events will send you a separate and specific invitation if they wish to invite your film.
For full guidelines and entry form: www.miaf.net/2014/entries.html
PipelineFX’s Qube! Brings Performance to Arch-Viz
John McAslan + Partners taps PipelineFX’s Qube! to add speed and efficiency to creating captivating visuals.
In 3D, Business, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Good Grief! New ‘Peanuts’ Teaser Trailer Arrives
An army of mischievous Woodstocks decorate Snoopy’s doghouse for the holidays.
Pixar’s ‘Toy Story That Time Forgot’ Airs December 2
Pixar Animation Studios’ second new holiday special for television airs December 2 on ABC.
In 3D, CG, People, Short Films, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Vicon Tapped to Create Dancing Dinosaur for Live Stage Show
Vicon motion capture technologies help Henry Ford College’s Virtual Theatricality Lab enhance the audience experience of its live stage performances.
Blue Sky Unveils New ‘Peanuts’ Images
Blue Sky Studios releases five new images from Fox's ‘Peanuts’ movie due November 6, 2015.
SIGGRAPH 2015 Issues Call for Submissions
SIGGRAPH 2015 officially opens its Call for Submissions; deadlines for entries begin in January.
In 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Event, Festival, Films, Places, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH | Geographic Region: North America
2014 EiED Summit Kicks off November 24
Held in Vienna, 4th annual European Immersive Education Summit to showcase immersive technologies with demonstrations and hands-on workshops.
In 3D, Education and Training, Event, People, Places, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Immersed Conference to Feature International Lineup
Toronto-based conference features two days of sessions by worldwide Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and 3D experts.
In 3D, Event, People, Places, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Grasshorse Studios Gets Real about Water with Animated PSA
‘Circle of Streams’ incorporates reusable characters and a mixture of 2D and 3D animation to help raise awareness about the importance of storm water quality.
In 2D, 3D, Business, Commercials, Places | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Fuel3D wins CES Best of Innovation Award
Fuel3D is recognized in the 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Category for its flagship 3D scanner product.
In 3D, Awards, Event, Technology | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
FXHOME Announces HitFilm 3 Pro
FXHOME announces the latest version of its video editing and visual effects software, HitFilm 3 Pro is now available for pre-order.
Feeling Gravity's Pull - A Look Back
Last year we donned 3D glasses for an IMAX showing of Gravity. Off the chart reviews. A 17 MINUTE opening shot. Unparalleled vfx. Showered with Oscars. But how is it one year later?
