Industrial Light & Magic

Innovators and Pioneers in Computer Graphics and Animation to Speak at SIGGRAPH Asia 2019

The conference, taking place is Brisbane, Australia from November 17 -20, will feature a wide array of sessions with industry luminaries in animation, VFX and technology.

VIEW Conference 2019 Headline News

Disney VFX Supervisor Steve Goldberg to Present ‘Frozen 2’ at VIEW 2019

Conference attendees get early, extended look at highly anticipated sequel to the studio’s 2013 hit musical adventure, the highest grossing animated feature film of all time.

In 2D, 3D, Art, Business, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, Music and Sound, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

Conferences Headline News

Trojan Horse is a Unicorn Announces Final 2019 Lineup

THU, one of Europe’s leading digital entertainment conferences, announces its complete program for upcoming September 23-28 event in Valletta, Malta.

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VIEW Conference 2019 Headline News

Renowned Video Game Designer Brendan Greene to Speak at VIEW 2019

Creator of the battle royale game sensation, ‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ (PUBG), joins impressive list of speakers confirmed for October 21-25 digital media conference in Turin, Italy.

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Conferences Headline News

Trojan Horse Was A Unicorn Reveals Expanded Recruitment Slate for THU 2019

Leading European digital entertainment conference announces extensive list of major studios that will be recruiting at the upcoming September 23-28 event in Valletta, Malta.

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Women in Animation Headline News

Women in Animation Summit Set for July 29 at SIGGRAPH 2019

Condensed version of WIA’s annual Summit to feature keynote by Dr. Stacy L. Smith, who will present landmark USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative study.

In Business, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: SIGGRAPH | Geographic Region: All

People Headline News

Nadine Westerbarkey and Chris Buckley Get Atomic Cartoon Promotions

New heads of 2D and 3D animation bring their extensive experience to lead kids and family division production teams.

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VIEW Conference 2019 Headline News

Full VIEW Conference 2019 Announced

Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Rob Legato to present ‘The Lion King;’ director Conrad Vernon to present animated ‘The Addams Family’ at October 21-25 digital media conference in Turin, Italy.

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VIEW Conference 2019 Headline News

Peter Ramsey, Siobhan Reddy and Sergio Pablos to Present at VIEW 2019

‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,’ ‘Dreams,’ and ‘Klaus’ presentations confirmed for upcoming animation, VFX, games and immersive storytelling conference.

In 2D, 3D, Art, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Music and Sound, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

Women in Animation Headline News

Women in Animation Launches WIA Global Fund

Founding donors contribute more than $500,000 to support organization’s programs and international outreach initiatives.

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Marvel Studios VFXWorld

ILM Tackles Bruce Banner’s ‘Smart Hulk’ Convergence in ‘Avengers: Endgame’

The studio revisits and revamps Hulk, Marvel’s smash-‘em-up, fan-favorite digital character they first brought to the screen back in 2003.

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AWN @ FMX 2019 VFXWorld

WATCH: Oscar Winner Doug Chiang Talks ‘Star Wars’ Visual Design at FMX 2019

Legendary artist shares concept design insights, George Lucas’ impact on his evolution as a designer, working through production design challenges and how he handles different opinions from strong creative voices on a film.

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AWN @ FMX 2019 VFXWorld

WATCH: Rob Bredow Talks ILM VFX, Tech and Strategies at FMX 2019

ILM’s SVP and Executive Director discusses studio production and management challenges as well as technology investment strategies and plans.

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Total Chaos Headline News

Total Chaos Returns to Bulgaria May 16 - 18

Chaos Group’s 2^nd Annual event brings together 3D artists and developers in VFX, architecture and automotive design together for a series of masterclasses in Sofia.

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Lucasfilm Headline News

Disney Unveils Title, Teaser & Images for the Final Installment of the ‘Star Wars’ Saga

Opening in U.S. theaters on December 20, ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ will include previously unused footage of Carrie Fisher as General Organa.

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TV VFX Headline News

Industrial Light & Magic Takes on New VFX Markets with ILM TV

Studio launches division to provide visual effects and animation services for TV and streaming content producers.

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VIEW Conference Headline News

9-Time Oscar-Winner Dennis Muren to Keynote VIEW Conference 2018

Legendary ILM senior VFX supervisor and creative director will present this October at the Turin event.

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Chaos Group Headline News

Chaos Group Announces V-Ray Days Lineup for SIGGRAPH 2018

A behind-the-scenes look at blockbuster films and hit TV shows with Digital Domain, Method Studios, ILM and Scanline VFX among featured presenters.

In 3D, CG, Event, Films, People, Places, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH | Geographic Region: All, North America

Industrial Light & Magic VFXWorld

How ILM Blended Practical and Digital Effects for ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’

Industrial Light & Magic animation supervisor Jance Rubinchik describes the joys of playing with dinosaurs for ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.’

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ILM VFXWorld

How ILM Animated Rio, L3, and the Space Creature from ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’

Industrial Light & Magic employs its traditional hybrid approach to combining practical and CG effects for grounded performances.

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SIGGRAPH Headline News

ILM Head Rob Bredow to Deliver SIGGRAPH 2018 Keynote Address

SIGGRAPH 2018 runs August 12-16 in Vancouver.

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Industrial Light & Magic VFXWorld

New Sheriff in Town: ILM’s Rob Bredow Talks ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’

From in-camera effects to the latest virtual production techniques, Industrial Light and Magic’s newly appointed head rounds up more than 1,800 VFX shots for the Star Wars stand-alone anthology space western.

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Previs VFXWorld

Virtually Cool: The Third Floor Delivers Previs and Pop Culture for ‘Ready Player One’

TTF previs creative director Joshua Wassung, previs supervisor Todd Constantine, and storyboard head Doug Lefler collaborate with director Steven Spielberg on a host of visual gags for the sci-fi feature’s complex race scene.

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Post-Production VFXWorld

EFILM Delivers Worlds of Color for Disney’s ‘A Wrinkle in Time’

Colorist Mitch Paulson creates custom looks for his second collaboration with director Ava DuVernay.

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Industrial Light & Magic VFXWorld

How ILM Animated the Avatars from Steven Spielberg’s ‘Ready Player One’

Industrial Light & Magic had a blast creating the virtual world of the OASIS and tripping down memory lane with spot-on recreations of the DeLorean from ‘Back to the Future’ or the T-Rex from ‘Jurassic Park,’ but the avatars were much more demanding.