Filmakademie’s Animationsinstitut Opens Academic Year with Stylish New Logo
Filmakademie alumni bring fresh look to new school year with reinvented logo.
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Alex McDowell Kicks Off Future of Storytelling Summit
USC’s World Building Institute kicks off New York FoS summit running Oct. 7-9 with Oct. 5 workshop led by celebrated production designer Alex McDowel.
In Event, Films, Interactive, People, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Spark Animation Announces 2016 Business Symposium Speakers
Exciting lineup of industry visionaries including Brenda Chapman, Rex Grignon, Tomm Moore and Zeb Wells to share mind-expanding presentations.
Wacom Introduces MobileStudio Pro
New lightweight mobile computer features a reinvented pen experience and powerful creative tools including a 3D camera and the ability to run full versions of software.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
MPC Creates Curious Characters & More for ‘Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children’
MPC artists deliver more than 200 shots for 20th Century Fox’s fantasy feature including digital props, set extensions and character effects as well as ‘invisible’ effects used throughout the film.
ROOF Studio Teams with Empire of the Sun to Take Viewers on a Psychedelic Visual Trip
“High and Low” music video weaves two worlds together with a mix of live-action and fantastical CG animation.
Malta Comic Convention Returns December 3 & 4
Wicked Comics offers a number of discount packages for fans and exhibitors alike for Malta Comic Con 2016.
In Event, Illustration, Places | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Artifact Delivers 2016 AICP Atlanta Sponsor Reel
Humor-driven sponsor reel employs 3D and stop-motion animation to bring viewers inside the mind of a designer working in advertising.
In 3D, CG, Commercials, Event, Motion Graphics, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Outpost VFX Appoints Paul Francis CTO
Gez Hixson promoted to head of production and Bournmouth, U.K.-based visual effects house.
In Business, Commercials, Films, People, Television, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
‘Harry Potter’ Films Set for Week-Long IMAX Engagement
October 13 global fan event and week-long theatrical engagement showcasing all eight ‘Harry Potter’ films celebrates the upcoming November 18th release of J.K. Rowling’s ‘Wizarding World’ and Warner Bros.’ ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.’
In Books, Business, Event, Films, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Thinkbox Software Releases Frost MX 2.0; Launches Beta for Frost MY 2.0
New release features major enhancements to Frost Particle/Fluid Simulation Mesher Plug-in for 3ds Max and Maya.
Classic ‘Thunderbirds’ Series Launching on Shout! Factory TV
Company’s first foray into streaming to showcase cult and classic movies and TV shows, including ‘Thunderbirds,’ ‘Home Movies’ and ‘Mystery Science Theater 3000.’
Watch the 20th Anniversary Reel from Australia’s Plastic Wax
Sydney-based CG house behind cinematic trailers for games such as ‘Bioshock’ and ‘Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II’ celebrates 20 years of growth with new show reel, portfolio and behind-the-scenes website.
In 3D, CG, Event, Films, Games, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Australia
‘Legend of Tarzan’ Arrives on Blu-ray October 11
Now available on Digital, director David Yates’ “The Legend of Tarzan’ available on Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack and Blu-ray Combo Pack on October 11 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.
Hollywood Professional Association Unveils 2016 HPA Awards Nominees
Creative nominations announced for editing, sound, visual effects and color grading.
Deluxe VR Showcases Imagination at Work in Interactive GE Store VR Experience
Viewers are transported to the ocean’s depths, soar 35,000 feet in the air, and more to discover how GE businesses collaborate to drive innovation.
ILM ‘Captain America: Civil War’ VFX Part 1: Digital Doubles and CG Characters
Animation supervisor Steve Rawlins discusses Spider-Man, Ant-Man, Black Panther and other CG super hero characters ILM produced for Marvel’s action-adventure hit.
Umedia Opens VFX and Finishing Studio in Vancouver
Umedia expands global reach with launch of new 10,000-square-foot VFX and finishing house in Vancouver.
In 3D, Books, Business, CG, Films, Illustration, People, Places, Post-production, AR/VR/XR | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Marvel Studios Presenting Sneak Peek of ‘Doctor Strange’
Marvel Studios to offer fans a sneak peek at 15 minutes of footage from the world’s newest super hero at IMAX theaters on October 10.
Framestore Launches Launchpad: Pro Education Initiative in Montreal
Free courses focusing on 2D skills offered to encourage growth of Montreal’s VFX community.
Final Draft Releases Final Draft 10
Packed with new and improved features, the latest version of the Emmy Award-winning screenwriting software is now available.
In Business, Technology, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Alicja Jasina and Ahmad Saleh Take Animation Gold at 2016 Student Academy Awards
43rd Student Academy Awards honor Jasina’s ‘Once Upon a Line’ and Saleh’s ‘Ayny - My Second Eye’ alongside with 15 other student filmmakers.
LMU Receives $13 Million Gift from The Walter Lantz Foundation
LMU School of Film and Television receives a series of donations totaling $13 million from the legendary animation director’s foundation.
Cinema 4D Road Show – 14 Cities in 10 Weeks
MAXON announces Cinema 4D Release 18 North American Road Show coming October 6 – December 15, 2016.
RenderPal V2 2.14 Released
Render farm manager adds submitter control settings, Path map and frame checking improvements and numerous other features and fixes.
