SIGGRAPH 2012 Art Gallery: In Search of the Miraculous presents exceptional digital and technologically mediated artworks that explore the existence of wonderment, mystery, and awe in today’s world of mediating technologies and abundant data. Of the nearly 400...
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Q&A with the 2012 Technical Papers Chair Hanspeter Pfister from Harvard
31 May 2012 • by ACM SIGGRAPHAnimation, Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Research
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...
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 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...
SIGGRAPH Launches Business Symposium to Address Industry Needs and Direction
15 June 2011 • by ACM SIGGRAPHAnimation, Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Visual Effects
For nearly 40 years, SIGGRAPH has inspired, educated, and influenced the direction of research, production, and artistic communities. At SIGGRAPH 2011 in Vancouver, 7-11 August 2011, the conference is introducing the SIGGRAPH Symposium: The Business Think Tank. This...
Interview with SIGGRAPH 2011 Art Gallery Chair
14 June 2011 • by ACM SIGGRAPHAnimation, Art, Graphics, Visual Effects
Following below is a brief interview with Mona Kasra, SIGGRAPH 2011 Art Gallery Chair, who explains her vision and insights into this year's amazing Art Gallery - Tracing Home. Kasra is a new media artist and educator currently pursuing a PhD at University of Texas at...
SIGGRAPH 2011 Technical Papers Advance Preview
29 April 2011 • by ACM SIGGRAPHUncategorized
The SIGGRAPH Technical Papers program is the premier international forum for disseminating new scholarly work in computer graphics and interactive techniques. SIGGRAPH 2011, 7 –11 August 2011 at the Vancouver Convention Centre, will feature 82 Technical Papers,...
‘Avatar’ Secrets Revealed at SIGGRAPH 2010
6 July 2010 • by ACM SIGGRAPHUncategorized
(Chicago, IL) - SIGGRAPH 2010 features multiple Production Sessions that will reveal the secrets of "Avatar", including stereoscopic filmmaking and visual effects. Two visual effects companies that contributed to the making of "Avatar", New Zealand-based Weta Digital...
Computer Animation Festival Highlights: Beyond the Film Reels
29 June 2010 • by ACM SIGGRAPHUncategorized
(Chicago, IL) - The Computer Animation Festival at SIGGRAPH 2010 offers more than just a viewing experience. In addition to film screenings, the Festival includes interactive sessions and opportunities to learn industry secrets, behind-the-scenes stories, and advice...
SIGGRAPH 2010 Program Content Released, Early Registration Ends this Friday
2 June 2010 • by ACM SIGGRAPHUncategorized
(Chicago, IL) – SIGGRAPH 2010, held Sunday, 25 July through Thursday, 29 July 2010, will bring approximately 25,000 computer graphics and interactive technology professionals from around the world to Los Angeles. The SIGGRAPH 2010 Advance Program is now available...
SIGGRAPH 2010 Computer Animation Festival Preview Video Live
18 May 2010 • by ACM SIGGRAPHUncategorized
SIGGRAPH 2010 has released a preview video jumpers for sale for the upcoming Computer Animation Festival in Los Angeles. Link to it or watch it here!