Following is a brief conversation with Hanspeter Pfister, the SIGGRAPH 2012 Technical Papers Chair from Harvard University. Pfister is Gordon McKay Professor of Computer Science in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. His research lies at the intersection...
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SIGGRAPH 2012 Technical Papers Preview
21 May 2012 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesAnimation, Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Research
The SIGGRAPH 2012 Technical Papers program is the premier international forum for disseminating new scholarly work in computer graphics and interactive techniques. The 39th International Conference and Exhibition on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques, 5–9...
SIGGRAPH 2012 Technical Papers Preview Video Unveiled
21 May 2012 • by ACM SIGGRAPHGraphics, Interactive Techniques
The SIGGRAPH Technical Papers program is inflatable water slide the premier international forum for disseminating new scholarly work in computer graphics and interactive techniques. SIGGRAPH 2012 brings together more than 20,000 professionals from five continents, 5-9...
SIGGRAPH 2012 Emerging Technologies Preview
8 May 2012 • by ACM SIGGRAPHEmerging Technologies, Gaming, Interactive Techniques
SIGGRAPH 2012 Emerging Technologies provides attendees an exclusive hands-on opportunity to interact with the newest developments in multiple fields including 3D displays, robotics, interactive input devices, and more. SIGGRAPH 2012, 5-9 August at the Los Angeles...
SIGGRAPH 2012 Courses Preview
4 May 2012 • by ACM SIGGRAPHAnimation, Art, Education, Graphics, Interactive Techniques
Courses are short (1.5 hours) or half-day (3.25 hours) structured sessions that often include elements of interactive demonstration, performance, or other imaginative approaches to teaching. Attendees learn from leading experts in the field and gain inside knowledge...
Conference Chair Previews SIGGRAPH 2012
10 April 2012 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesConferences, Graphics, Interactive Techniques
Following below is a brief conversation with Rebecca Strzelec, SIGGRAPH 2012 Conference Chair from Penn State Altoona, on her inspirations, background, and what to expect at SIGGRAPH this year. What made you agree to take on the volunteer position of conference chair...
New Program: SIGGRAPH 2012 Seeks the Latest in Mobile Graphics – SIGGRAPH Mobile: Call for Participation
28 March 2012 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesGraphics, Interactive Techniques, Mobile
For the past 40 years, SIGGRAPH has provided attendees with access to the most cutting-edge advances in computer graphics and interactive techniques. As the breadth of technology continues to expand its reach, SIGGRAPH continuously adapts its program to ensure...
SIGGRAPH Art Gallery Unveils Event Line-Up
31 July 2011 • by ACM SIGGRAPHArt, Graphics, Interactive Techniques
The SIGGRAPH Art Gallery released its line-up for events during conference week. The theme for this year is "Tracing Home" and the following is Mona Kasra's [the SIGGRAPH 2011 Art Gallery chair] vision statement for the content: "In the era of networked technology,...
Jon Peddie Research Releases Analysis on Computer Graphics Industry
22 July 2011 • by ACM SIGGRAPHAnimation, Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Research, Visual Effects
**The overall CG market will exceed $100 billion in 2014** **Industry enjoys 7% growth for past five years** The computer graphics (CG) industry has been a growth industry since it was established the late 1970s. Weathering the storms of the recession of 2009, the CG...
Exhibitor Tech Talks Schedule Announced
22 July 2011 • by SIGGRAPH ConferencesGraphics, Interactive Techniques, Visual Effects
At the SIGGRAPH 2011 Exhibitor Tech Talks, attendees are able to get the inside story direct from the commercial developers of tomorrow's hot hardware, software, and systems. Benefits include question-and-answer exchanges and one-on-one conversations with the speakers...
Interview With SIGGRAPH 2011 The Studio Chair: Chris Williams
14 July 2011 • by ACM SIGGRAPHIndustry Leaders, Interactive Techniques, Visual Effects
Following is a brief conversation with Chris Williams, The Studio Chair from Knowledge Adventure! (pictured at right). He currently is their Creative Director and attended the University of California, Riverside. For someone who is new to SIGGRAPH, what should they...
SIGGRAPH Game Content Revealed: Part III
11 July 2011 • by ACM SIGGRAPHGaming, Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Real-Time, Visual Effects
Following is the final entry of a three-part series focusing on game content that will be featured at SIGGRAPH 2011. This is a conversation between Naty Hoffman (pictured at the right) and ACM SIGGRAPH Chapter Reporter Mariebeth Aquino. Naty Hoffman is a Technical...