Method Studios Reimagines 3D Animation for Painterly Motion Poem
Short film adaptation of the poem ‘Monsters’ by Dorothea Lasky employs highly technical workflow to convert 3D VFX elements to 2D animation.
Category: Motion Graphics
ILM Brings International Space Station Reality to ‘Life’
VFX supervisor Mark Bakowski discusses his team’s 10,000 frame, seven-minute ISS interior sequence for Daniel Espinosa’s and Sony’s sci-fi thriller.
In CG, Films, Motion Graphics, People, Previs, Technology, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
TAAFI and CASO Announce 2017 Animation, VFX Job Fair
Industry event designed to attract top talent and employers.
Luca Paulli Introduces ‘Things You Can Do With Extendable Arms’
Picasso Pictures director creates humorous social media campaign for a fictitious drug called Ugrow with a range of colorful animated GIFs and videos.
Superestudio Delivers New On-Air Package for Nickelodeon
All-new on-air brand refresh from Buenos Aires-based global branding and creative agency reflects the playfulness and imagination of kids’ lives.
Animators Unearthed - Studio Filmtecknarna
Every Monday, Chris Robinson serves up Animators Unearthed, a brief introduction to prominent and not-so-prominent indie animators. This week's focus is the influential Swedish studio, Filmtecknarna.
In 2D, AWN Profiles, Commercials, Films, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All
KLIK 2017 Now Accepting Submissions
Deadline for entries of short films, student films, commissioned works, documentaries and music videos, and animated virtual reality experiences is June 1st.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Commercials, Festival, Motion Graphics, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Virtual Reality | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: Animated Travels | Geographic Region: Europe
SO YOU THINK ROBOTS CAN'T REPLACE ARTISTS
A message from the future with a warning for all creative souls...
In 2D, 3D, Acting, Anime, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Games, Interactive, Mobile and Wireless, Motion Graphics, Music and Sound, Post-production, Previs, Production, Short Films, Stereoscopic 3-D, Technology, Television, Virtual Reality, Visual Effects, Voice Acting, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott
animago AWARD 2017 Now Accepting Submissions
Deadline for submissions of work in 3D Animation, Visual Effects, and Visualization spanning 11 categories for consideration at the animago AWARD 2017 is May 31st.
In 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Festival, Films, Games, Motion Graphics, Places, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Territory Questions the Digital Age in ‘Division & Unity’ Short
CG short from Creative Director team Territory questions the divisive nature of media and technology in the modern age.
More Than 45 Sundance Films Created Using Blackmagic Design Technology
More than 45 films and series at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival used Blackmagic Design’s digital film cameras, DaVinci Resolve Studio grading, editing and finishing solution, Fusion Studio visual effects and motion graphics software, and other products throughout production and post production.
In Festival, Films, Motion Graphics, Post-production, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Sundance | Geographic Region: All, North America
Imaginary Forces Welcomes EP Chris Hill, Biz Dev Director Sami Tahari
Creative company celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2017 adds two executives to its Los Angeles studio.
Kew Gardens Festival of Cinema WANTS YOUR FILMS!!
Begins: August 4, 2017
The Kew Gardens Festival of Cinema is a non-profit organization established to support the development, and help expand the audiences, of independent cinema from around the globe.
Cheer and Loathing in Animation: Episode VIII - Taciturn Caves
Every Friday Chris Robinson unleashes some freewheeling cheer or loathing on the animation community to be mused, countered, or disregarded. It’s your call.
In 3D, CG, Films, Games, Motion Graphics, Short Films, Stereoscopic 3-D, Technology, Virtual Reality | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All
Big Block Leads NBA Rebrand on ESPN
Design and content studio creates a bold new look, bringing a premium polish to the NBA on ESPN.
In Broadcast Design, Business, Motion Graphics, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Reel FX Adds Senior Designer Chad Moseley
With nearly a decade of experience in motion graphics and design, spanning television, advertising and broadcast promos, Moseley joins Reel FX from Starz Entertainment.
In 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Motion Graphics, People, Television | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Motion and Advertising Juries Announced for ADC 96th Annual Awards
Twenty-two creative jurors representing 10 countries to judge entries from around the world; deadline for entries is January 31, 2017.
Cheer and Loathing in Animation: Episode VI - Fine To See You
Every Friday Chris Robinson unleashes some freewheeling cheer or loathing on the animation community to be mused, countered, or disregarded. It’s your call.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, Motion Graphics, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All
Republic Editorial Partners Launch Sister Studio Infinite Fiction
Led by executive producer Joey Cade, Infinite Fiction will focus on high-end motion design and visual effects for all platforms.
Xsens Helps The Imaginarium Go High-Tech for ‘The Tempest’
The Imaginarium Studios partners with the Royal Shakespeare Company to create a digital avatar projected in real-time utilizing Xsens motion capture technology.
In 3D, CG, Event, Motion Graphics, People, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Cartoon Forum | Geographic Region: Europe
Thinkbox Store Helps Straightface Studios Streamline Production
Straightface Studios employs Thinkbox Software’s Deadline coupled with on-demand licensing for The Foundry’s NUKE to manage the facility’s compute resources.
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LAIKA, Tippett Studios, Platige Image Headline 2016 Playgrounds Digital Arts Festival
Tenth anniversary event to feature filmmakers from ‘Coraline,’ ‘Jurassic Park,’ ‘The Matrix’ and ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens,’ with artist talks from industry veterans from LAIKA, Tippett Studios and Poland’s Platige Image.
Dr. Jane Haslam Joins Cubic Motion
Innovative technologist, algorithm developer and scientist to lead the productization of Cubic Motion’s award-winning real-time technology.
In Business, CG, Motion Graphics, People, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Faceware Helps Bungie Bring New Faces to ‘Destiny: Rise of Iron’
AAA game developer Bungie taps markerless motion capture system to enhance the facial expressions and emotions of Lord Saladin of the Iron Lords in Destiny: Rise of Iron.
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
