“Vidalia” is a dark fantasy animated short that brings to life a unique world through advanced CGI and visual effects, emphasizing realism and immersion.
ACM SIGGRAPH Blog
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Animation
Melting Nostalgia: The Radiant Imagination of ‘The Sun Is Bad’
“The Sun Is Bad” is a vibrant tale set in 1980s Hong Kong, where a girl’s fight against the sun blends nostalgia with resilience and environmental themes.
SMEAR Meets Sphere
This Blender-integrated tool combines beginner-friendly presets with advanced customization, tackling longstanding challenges in 3D workflows.
Hair-raising Innovation
Pioneering a new era in real-time hair rendering, the SIGGRAPH 2024 Technical Paper “Strand-Based Hair Modeling and Rendering with Mesh Shaders” introduces innovative methods that redefine efficiency and realism in computer graphics.
From a 2D Graphic to an Immersive Environment
Learn how the BUCK design team took a 2D graphic promoting Airbnb’s new AirCover product and introduced it to the market in a breathtaking immersive experience.
Experience the SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater
Explore the cutting-edge animation of SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater, and find out how you can access the short films.
Farbe im Chaos finden
“Patterns” folgt der turbulenten Zugfahrt eines Fahrgastes, die sich vom Chaos in die Freude verwandelt und schließlich die verborgenen, farbenfrohen Momente des Lebens und ihre erhebende Wirkung hervorhebt.
Finding Color in the Chaos
“Patterns” follows a passenger’s train journey that transforms from chaos to joy, ultimately highlighting life’s hidden colorful moments and their uplifting impact.
SIGGRAPH Spotlight: Episode 80 – Storytelling Through the Power of Animation
SIGGRAPH 2025 Electronic Theater Director Dawn Fidrick welcomes four SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater contributors, Toby Cochran , Adrain Ochoa , Mo Mahler , and Bill Shannon, for an enriching discussion about animation.
Crafting the Enchanted Universe of ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’
Discover how the DreamWorks VFX team developed the fairytale elements of “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” while maintaining the essence of the beloved character and world.
Behind the Masterpiece of ‘La Diplomatie de L’éclipse’ With Axel Mechin
Unlock the mysteries behind “La Diplomatie de L’éclipse,” a film that leaves an indelible mark on the world of animation and storytelling.
Take in the Show-stopping Animation of the SIGGRAPH 2023 Electronic Theater
Recap the electrifying animation of the SIGGRAPH 2023 Electronic Theater, and find out how you can access the films.