Motion Graphics

SIGGRAPH Events

SIGGRAPH 2020 Goes Virtual

Begins: August 17, 2020

Scheduled for August 17 – August 28, the online event will include both on-demand presentations and scheduled sessions, an exciting mix of the high-level cutting-edge research and education, as well as experiential content and events.

Center for Disease Control ANIMATIONWorld

From Viruses to Parasites: How the CDC Visualizes Invisible Public Health Threats

Biomedical artist Alissa Eckert accurately illustrates the microscopic world through compelling 3D imagery, animation and motion graphics, helping communicate public health information and initiatives.

In 2D, 3D, Art, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Illustration, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

Technology Headline News

Adobe’s Festival of the Impossible 2020 Moves Online

3^rd annual event spotlights artists who use Adobe Aero to create and showcase immersive art projects.

In Art, Digital Media, Event, Films, Interactive, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films, Technology, Transmedia, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

People Headline News

ANIMA Festival Appoints New Co-Directors

Dominique Seutin and Karin Vandenrydt take over for Doris Cleven; German artist Gail Alkabetz chosen to design 2021 poster.

In 2D, 3D, Art, CG, Event, Festival, Films, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe

Business Headline News

BRON Launches Virtual Production Services Company

With live-action productions on hold due to the pandemic, BRON expands with new division using Unreal Engine technology to transform digital content creation workflows and produce high-quality content faster.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, Games, Home Entertainment, Motion Graphics, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Production, Stereoscopic 3-D, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

Visual Effects Headline News

VES Releases Revised ‘VES Handbook of Visual Effects’

Expanded 3^rd Edition, hailed as the most complete guide to visual effects techniques and solutions on the market, is now available for pre-order.

TV VFX Headline News

Imaginary Forces Crafts Layered Montage for ‘Jack Ryan’ Season 2 Title Sequence

Studio’s hybrid filmmaking merges two different storyboard concepts to illustrate composite portrait of lead character’s background.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Motion Graphics, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Business Headline News

Agile Films Launches Agile Studios

New sister studio includes creatives, animators, and filmmakers who will oversee projects from initial concept to final delivery.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

SIGGRAPH Headline News

SIGGRAPH 2020 Announces Virtual Conference Dates and Program

After shifting to a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic and conference center unavailability, organizers reveal online conference dates and additional details.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, Business, Cartoons, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Motion Graphics, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH | Geographic Region: All

Technology Headline News

Red Giant Releases Free Tutorial on 3D Normalization in After Effects

Daniel ‘Hashi’ Hashimoto hosts tutorial showcasing manual and automated processes for 3D scene normalization.

In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Motion Graphics, People, Post-production, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Covid-19 Headline News

‘Whatever Gets You Talking’ Music Video Encourages Young People to Discuss Mental Health

‘Seize the Awkward’ campaign releases animated short inspiring young people to check in with friends and support their mental health; video features rapper Akinyemi, pop icon Meghan Trainor and music and digital stars Addison Rae, Avery Cyrus, Bryce Xavier, James Henry, The McFarlands, Molly Burke, mxmtoon and brothers Zach Valentine and Pat Ramirez.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Motion Graphics, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Motion Graphics ANIMATIONWorld

Chapeau Studios Helps ‘The Donut King’ Spotlight His Confectionary Crown

Signature pink boxes and ‘sweet’ skateboarding effects are skillfully sprinkled throughout Ted Ngoy’s classic rags to riches tale.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Films, Motion Graphics, People, Post-production, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

Events Headline News

8th Annual VFX Festival Set for March 16-18

Hosted by Escape Studios, the celebration of visual effects, animation, games and motion graphics returns to London’s Southbank Centre with panels, talks and recruiting sessions.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films, Technology, Television, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe

Business Headline News

Maxon Merging with Red Giant

Maker of Cinema 4D will join forces with software company behind VFX tools like Trapcode and Magic Bullet as part of the Nemetschek Group’s media and entertainment division.

In 3D, Business, CG, Films, Motion Graphics, People, Post-production, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

rebranding Headline News

Final Frontier and Art&Graft Rebrand China’s CCTV Kids Channel

National broadcaster enlists international talent for complete brand make-over.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Motion Graphics, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia

therookies Events

The Rookie Awards 2020

Begins: March 9, 2020

Since 2009, the Rookies has become the go-to resource for discovering and connecting with aspiring artists around the globe.

In 3D, Awards, Call for Entries, Digital Media, Event, Films, Games, Illustration, Motion Graphics, Post-production, Short Films, Visual Effects | Event Types: Animation, Contests, Live Action, Short Films, Special Effects, Visual Effects

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Technology Headline News

Maxon Announces Cinema 4D Release 21 at SIGGRAPH 2019

New version of leading 3D software program includes numerous feature updates and broader integration with other production tools.

In 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Event, Films, Motion Graphics, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Music Videos VFXWorld

Fresh Takes: The Stylized Vision of Giovanni Bucci’s ‘Disobey’ and ‘Sugar’

In his latest projects, the LA-based Dutch-Italian director and musician integrates edgy design, provocative imagery and pulsating sound to produce two viscerally intense and distinct music videos.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Commercials, Motion Graphics, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Animation Tools Headline News

Reallusion Launches Cartoon Animator 4 2D Animation System

New system, formerly known as CrazyTalk Animator, provides fast and versatile tools to help novices and professionals easily and expertly design and animate.