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Shotgun 7.2 Now Available
Shotgun Software releases the latest version of its leading cloud-based review and production tracking software with plug-and-play integrations, media streaming in RV, and single sign-on.
Paramount’s ‘Ghost in the Shell’ arrives on Blu-ray July 7
‘Ghost in the Shell’ will be available on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and On Demand July 25, 2017 from Paramount Home Media Distribution, with the Digital HD version dropping early on July 7.
Animation Showcase ‘SVA Premieres’ Returns to Hollywood
SVA ushers in a new wave of animators, artists and filmmakers with Hollywood showcase and alumni networking opportunities.
animago AWARD Extends Submission Deadline, Announces 2017 Jury
Deadline for entries in Germany’s annual 3D Animation & Still, Visual Effects, Visualization and Design competition extended to Monday, June 19.
Weta Digital Confronts the Monstrous Ego of ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’
The New Zealand studio tackles 600 shots including the Final Battle, Ego, Rocket, Baby Groot and a host of explosions in Marvel’s latest sci-fi action adventure.
SIGGRAPH 2017 Talk to Explore VFX Production in the Middle East & Syria
In one of the many SIGGRAPH 2017 TALKS, Hind Wakil and Eli Saliba of Damascus-based Lighthouse VFX will discuss how they worked and survived in a war zone.
First-Ever ‘Women in Animation World Summit’ to be Held at Annecy International Animation Festival
Sponsored by The Walt Disney Studios, the symposium will feature presentations and panels spotlighting top executives and filmmakers from around the world discussing key topics affecting women working in the animation industry today.
SIGGRAPH Asia Announces 2017 Keynote Speakers
SIGGRAPH Asia has announced that internationally renowned scientist and award-winning National Geographic Explorer Albert Yu-Min Lin, known for his use of technology in the search for Genghis Khan’s tomb, will be SIGGRAPH Asia 2017’s Keynote Speaker.
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Announces ‘Kong: Skull Island’ on Various Formats July 18
The origins of one of the most powerful monster myths of all arrives on Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital with a variety of special features, including new “synchronized content” on Digital.
Autodesk Teams Up with Microsoft Azure to Offer Scalable Cloud Rendering
The Microsoft Azure Batch Rendering Platform is built on the Azure Batch platform and allows users to submit render jobs through Maya, 3ds Max and Arnold, and the Azure SDK allows customization and open-source plugins to integrate directly with Maya and 3ds Max.
Framestore Takes Top Honors at The One Club for Creativity
The One Club for Creativity awards has honored Framestore with 49 trophies across five projects, including 18 gold awards for ‘Field Trip to Mars,’ all for the production company’s innovative work in virtual and augmented reality.
VFX Supervisor Charley Henley Unleashes a New Wave of Xenomorphs in ‘Alien: Covenant’
Studios from Sydney to London help create the visual effects for Ridley Scott’s new sci-fi/horror film.
WATCH: Weta’s Guy Williams Talks Marvel’s ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ at FMX 2017
The Weta Digital VFX supervisor discusses his work on director James Gunn’s latest MCU superhero franchise hit.
Blender Brings Cult Comic 'Agent 327' to Life in 3D Animation
Award-winning open-source studio Blender Institute releases ambitious three-minute teaser for full-length animated feature based on Dutch artist Martin Lodewijk’s classic comics.
Framestore Reunites with James Gunn on ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’
Framestore collaborates with VFX supervisor Christopher Townsend to deliver more than 620 shots ranging from creature work, spaceships, ‘the best opening sequence in the world’ and an exhilarating space chase across the Galaxies.
125+ Technical Papers to be Presented at SIGGRAPH 2017
SIGGRAPH 2017 Technical Papers to feature computer science discoveries in fluid simulation, fabrication, geometry processing, and more.
FuseFX Appoints VFX Supervisor Jon Cowley to Lead Production Team in Vancouver
VFX supervisor Jon Cowley assumes role as Head of Production and Senior VFX Supervisor at FuseFX Vancouver facility, bringing 18 years of visual effects experience to projects that include the television series ‘Zoo’ and ‘The Mist.’
WATCH: Weta’s Martin Hill Talks ‘Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets’ at FMX 2017
Autodesk SketchBook 4.0 for iOS Arrives in the App Store
New release improves the drawing experience and expands creative possibilities with new tools and enhancements.
WATCH: ILM’s John Knoll Talks ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ Development and More at FMX 2017
Industrial Light & Magic’s chief creative officer discusses story development as well as VFX production, virtual tools and Death Star weapon sequences on Gareth Edwards’ ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.’
Shotgun Opens Call for Entries for 2017 Pipeline Awards
Winners to be announced during this year’s SIGGRAPH Conference, taking place July 30 through August 3; deadline for nominations is June 19.
Isotropix Announces Major Update for Clarisse
Clarisse 3.5 to introduce improvements to set dressing, scene assembly, look development, lighting and rendering feature sets and workflows.
Reel FX Explores Alternate History in Animated Trailer for ‘Prey’
Reel FX director Barrett Lewis teams with digital agency AKQA to direct alternate history in-game animated trailer for new sci-fi/horror video game title from Bethesda Softworks and Arkane Studios.
WATCH: ILM’s Christian Alzmann Talks BB-8 and ‘Star Wars’ Concept Art at FMX 2017
The Industrial Light & Magic senior art director discusses his iconic droid design as well as duties as a concept artist on both ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ and ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.’