The Buzz: December 2006

Joseph Barbera

1911-2006

posted: Dec 20, 2006 by lupercal

Wild Things circa 1983

Here's an interesting bit of animation history that someone posted to their blog. It's a YouTube clip that includes test animation for a version of Where the Wild Things Are. It's a very early test of the use of computer animation for the backgrounds combined with traditional cel-drawn animation for the characters. The animation test was directed by then-Disney employee, John Lasseter.

posted: Dec 13, 2006 by athena

Student Volunteers Program for SIGGRAPH 2007

SIGGRAPH (aka the International Conference and Exhibition on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques) has been a key part of the animation industry for years. Featuring some of the biggest names and most cutting-edge ideas in CG graphics, this event is an incredible opportunity for up-and-comers to see what makes the business really tick--and that could be you.

Until 11:59 pm PT, February 25, 2007, the Student Volunteer Program will be accepting application to SIGGRAPH 2007 which will be held in San Diego, California next August. Student Volunteer positions are open to students from all disciplines and universities/faculties, including some online schools such as Animation Mentor. For more information and an application form, check out sv.siggraph.org.

posted: Dec 04, 2006 by athena