24th Encounters Festival: September 25-30, 2018 – Bristol, England
Being both a live action and an animated short film festival, the Encounters Festival schedule was packed with film programs of every description.
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Call for Entries to the 3rd Bilbao International Animation Community Festival ANIMAKOM FEST
Call for Entries to the 3rd Bilbao International Animation Community Festival ANIMAKOM FEST is open until 31st January 2019.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Big Plans for VR in the PRC
Get ready for virtual reality with Chinese characteristics.
In Business, CG, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
Review: ‘Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki’
AWN’s Miscweant looks at the fascinating new documentary that begs the question of whether or not the iconic animation director will ever make another film.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: Asia
Review: ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
AWN ‘s ‘Miscweant’ waxes nostalgic as he breaks down Disney’s return to the world of their 1964 classic, ‘Mary Poppins.’
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, Reviews, Visual Effects | Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: All
Finding Their ‘Calling’
Director Charles Zhang and writer/producer Jonathan Cui break new ground with a feature-length VR film.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Technology, AR/VR/XR | Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
"ODD" VIETNAMESE ANIMATION COMES TO YOUTUBE
VinTaTa Animation Studio just released its first animated series, Monta in the Odd Galaxy
Review: ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’
AWN’s “Miscweant” shares his take on brand names, Disney Princesses and a refreshing break from clichéd buddy movies.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Reviews | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: All, North America
The Animator Scientist
Philippe Vaucher tackles nine old men.
In Books, Education and Training, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Lines of Thought | Geographic Region: All
Claire’s Halloween
A daddy / daughter side project.
In 2D, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
VIEW Conference 2018: History You’re Happy to See Repeat Itself
Sharing new stories with old friends, while sharing old stories with new friends, makes this annual celebration of the best in animation, VFX and visual storytelling one of my year’s most enjoyable events.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Event, Festival, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Geographic Region: Europe
A Taste of Illusion
Jaunt China and Pinta Studios embark on a journey of discovery with their new animated VR short.
In 3D, CG, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
Animation Nights New York Celebrates Third Annual ‘Best of the Fest’
AWN’s resident Miscweant shares his conference report on the cutting-edge XR Showcase and presentation by indie legend Bill Plympton.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: North America
VIEW Adds WIA Panel, ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ and ‘Game of Thrones’ Presentations
October 22-26 conference additions also include WETA technology and Glenn Entis game financing talks.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
HOW TO HIRE AN ANIMATION WRITER
Before a producer can hire a writer they need to know what to ask
VR’s Content Drought
Why can’t VR content, cash and consumers converge?
In 3D, Business, CG, People, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
Final VIEW Conference 2018 Program Announced
Dennis Muren, Hans Zimmer, Mireille Soria and other top creative innovators from animation, VFX and games to present at 5-day event.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, People, Post-production, Technology, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
Industry Visionary John Gaeta to Keynote VIEW Conference 2018
Renowned Oscar-winning VFX supervisor and innovative AR/VR technologist set to present at the October Turin event.
In 3D, CG, Event, Festival, Films, People, Post-production, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
The Early Bird Gets the Worm on iBooks
Kevin Geiger’s award-winning children’s e-book, ‘The Early Bird Gets the Worm,’ now available on iBooks from Peewee Frog!
In Art, Books, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
Wry of the Machines
Robocalypse funnies.
In CG, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
Composer Hans Zimmer to Keynote VIEW CONFERENCE 2018
Famed Oscar, Grammy and Tony award winner, who has scored some of Hollywood’s greatest pictures, will present at the Turin event this October.
In 3D, CG, Event, Festival, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Music and Sound, People, Production, Technology, Television, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
Killer Storytellers, Rose-Colored Glasses, and The End of VR (Again)
Fragmented thoughts for fragmented times.
In Business, CG, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
‘The Parakeets:’ Who Knew Birdwatching Could be so Funny
Two bickering birds and their hapless owner make an amusing dysfunctional ensemble in this new animated web series.
In 2D, Cartoons, Interactive, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: 10 Till 6 | Geographic Region: All
Making Waves in VR
Oscillations' visceral, philosophical and provocative approach to immersive media.
In CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
Review: ‘Incredibles 2’
Avoiding sequel-itis, Pixar’s latest is their best since ‘Inside Out.’
