Exhibits

Events

Gogue Exhibition Comes to DC Area

Begins: October 1, 2003

Illustrator and caricaturist Gogue will be holding an exhibition, entitled

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, Other

Animation Events

Charm Anim 2003

Begins: September 29, 2003

Color Chips India Ltd. is an established corporate Animation player in India, with global clientele.The company is organizing the festival cum contest to encourage amateur animators and establish the medium as a powerful tool of communication and entertainment.All amateur animation artists below the age of 25 are eligible to participate. Entry is free.

Go to http://www.colorchipsindia.com/CharmAnim.html for more details.

In Event Types: Competitive Festivals, Exhibits, Animation, Short Films

Drawing Club

Begins: September 27, 2003

To commemorate The Drawing Club

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, Other

Mobile Commerce World 2003

Begins: September 23, 2003

Mobile Commerce World 2003 is one of Europe

In Event Types: Conferences, Competitive Festivals, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Business / Management, Interactive, New Media, Short Films, Web / Internet

Disney Events

Toonfest

Begins: September 20, 2003

Walt Disney

In Event Types: Exhibits, Screenings, Animation, Other

First Annual FilmMakers

Begins: September 19, 2003

The FilmMakers

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Documentaries, Features, Live Action, Visual Effects

Short Events

The Palm Springs International Festival of Short Film

Begins: September 16, 2003

The Palm Springs International Festival of Short Films, in its ninth installment, is one of the largest showcases of short films in North America. The event is one of the few qualifying festivals for the Best Short Film Awards of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Along with the market, this year

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Events

AMD Athlon 64 and the AMD Opteron Processors Demo

Begins: September 16, 2003

, September 16

In Event Types: Exhibits, Other

Events

Lord of the Rings Motion Picture Trilogy - The Exhibition

Begins: September 16, 2003

THE LORD OF THE RINGS Motion Picture Trilogy - The Exhibition is running at the Science Museum. Hundreds of props from the movies including models, armory and costumes will be on display alongside interactive computer demonstrations of the cutting-edge technology used to bring the story to life. Visitors will also have a chance to see the first two films of the trilogy at the Science Museum's cinema.

The exhibition includes: * Demonstrations of special effects, including the combining of 'real' and 'digital' action and CGI (computer-generated-image technology).

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, Documentaries, Live Action, Special Effects, Visual Effects

Events

The Cavalcade of Comics

Begins: September 13, 2003

The Cavalcade of Comics is a benefit for the Tourette Syndrome Assoc. with proceeds donated to the association. One major feature of this event is an auction of original comic art featuring the work of many of your favorite top cartoonists and comic artists. The auction features original pages, original sketches, and several other drawings, some created exclusively for this auction. There are several one-of-a-kind pieces available that can't be acquired elsewhere. For more information visit www.TourettesBenefit.com.

In Event Types: Exhibits

Game Events

Austin Game Developers Conference

Begins: September 11, 2003

The Austin Game Developers Conference is a new conference, which addresses the hottest growth areas in game development: multiplayer online games and mobile games. The program offers six tracks (48 sessions) from industry leaders, including: Atari, Ubi Soft, Electronic Arts, Sony Online, Mythic Entertainment, GameSpy, Turbine, Castle Hill Studios, Metrowerks, Mutable Realms, Online Alchemy, Wolfpack Studios, MicroForte and others.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Interactive, New Media, Web / Internet, Other

International Events

The International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) 2003

Begins: September 11, 2003

The International Broadcasting Convention is one of the world's premier broadcast technology event. The show covers all the key areas of the electronic media business including audio, cable, film, grip, Internet, lighting, multimedia, production, post-production, radio, satellite and transmission. Within the 430,400 square feet of exhibition space visitors will find more than 1,000 companies including every major supplier of broadcast technology. The six-stream conference tackles all the technical, management and creative issues affecting our industry.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Features, Live Action, Short Films, Special Effects, Other

Events

Connichi 2003

Begins: September 5, 2003

Connichi is a non-commercial anime and manga convention by fans for fans. Guests of honor at this year

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The Advertising Festival 2003

Begins: September 2, 2003

THE WORLDS LARGEST ADVERTISING MARKETBringing Together The Business Of Advertising & introducing The Advertising Festival Awards (TAF)

In Event Types: Conferences, Competitive Festivals, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Special Effects, Television

Events

MoCCA Fundraiser And Exhibit

Begins: August 31, 2003

FUNDRAISER AND EXHIBIT: LIVING MASTERS!Hosted by The Forbes GalleriesSeptember 2003Come experience the full diversity of comic and cartoon art as work from the Living Masters of the form join the Faberge Eggs and other incredible artworks on display at the Forbes Galleries in this black-tie, MoCCA-curated affair. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation

Events

Telluride IndieFest 2003

Begins: August 29, 2003

Telluride IndieFest 2003 - An *international* event that showcases the *best* independent films and screenplays in the world - high in the mountains! Companion event to Key West IndieFest < http://keywestindiefest.com > and Cannes IndieFest < http://cannesindiefest.com >. Contact: Michael Carr, Director. Complete information and *online* entry forms are available at: http://tellurideindiefest.com Email (best): festival@tellurideindiefest.com

In Event Types: Competitive Festivals, Exhibits, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Short Films, Special, Other

Anime Events

Big Apple Anime Fest 2003

Begins: August 29, 2003

Billing itself as "The Cannes Film Festival of Anime Manga Culture," The Big Apple Anime Fest 2003 (BAAF 2003) highlights sci-fi, urban/hip-hop, rave/club and animation. This year

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Show Events

Electronic Computer Trade Show 2003

Begins: August 25, 2003

The Electronic Computer Trade Show (ECTS) will showcase the latest in computer and video games hardware and software scheduled to hit retail outlets this Christmas. The trade show is the main attraction of a weeklong festival celebrating the world of computer games: London Games Week. In its 14th year, ECTS is the only place in Europe where you can preview all the Christmas hits and gaming technology set to launch in 2004.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Trade Shows, Animation, Interactive, New Media, Web / Internet, Other

Festival Events

Media Guardian Edinburgh International Television Festival

Begins: August 22, 2003

Now in its 28th year, the TV Festival features prominent industry voices. Using discussion, debate and often entertainment, the festival offers more than 50 individual sessions. They cover specific industry concerns on a wide range of topics from policy to program-making issues. The event also features keynote lectures, Channel of the Year Awards, preview screenings, masterclasses and networking parties. This year, the event expects more than 1,500 delegates to attend. The keynote speakers will be Tony Ball, ceo BSkyB, Chris Albrecht, chairman/ceo HBO and Greg Dyke, director general BBC.

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Design Events

UCLA Extension's Computer Graphics & Graphic Design Program Open House

Begins: August 18, 2003

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.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, New Media, Visual Effects

Events

The Ultimate Gamers Expo

Begins: August 15, 2003

The Ultimate Gamers Expo is open to the general public and gives fans the chance to test drive the latest games and platforms, participate in tournaments and watch live entertainment. The event will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The festival admission is $20 for adults and $10 for anyone under the age of 17. For more information, visit www.ugexpo.com.

In Event Types: Contests, Exhibits, Animation, Interactive, New Media

Festival Events

Seoul International Cartoon & Animation festival - SICAF 2003

Begins: August 12, 2003

Seoul International Cartoon & Animation Festival - SICAF 2003, the most popular festival in Asia, will run August 12-17, 2003 with new and various programs in the city of Seoul where history and the modern day blend beautifully together. With special programs and official contests for $50,000 in prize money, SICAF 2003 is waiting for the filmmakers around the world to participate in the festival.

Competition Categories

- Feature Film (produced for the purpose of the theatrical release)- Short Film (within 30 min.)

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Events

Wireless Developer 2003

Begins: August 4, 2003

Wireless Developer 2003 offers speakers, workshops and sponsored programs targeted toward developers of wireless technology. The event is an opportunity for professionals to learn about marketing strategies, product roadmaps, SDKs and technical information to help them better run their businesses. The objective of the event is to

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Events

VQ: VILLAIN QUEST: a contest

Begins: August 1, 2003

RDTA Films along with TheArtOfEvolution.com and Electric Rain (Erain) today announced VQ: VILLAINQUEST, The

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Special Events

G4 Presents G-Phoria

Begins: July 30, 2003

G4, the Comcast-owned TV network all about video games and the gamer lifestyle, will hold G-Phoria - the network's location-based and on-air mega-event at the Henry Fonda Theater in Hollywood, California.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Screenings, Animation, Interactive, New Media, Web / Internet