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SUMMARY:PROJECT SHOW CASE & INDUSTRY NETWORKING EVENT
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the Media Design School on Thursday September 5th and hear about the recent projects\n\nMaXXXine – With Caleb Thompson from Masters of Reality.\nCaleb will be taking us back in time with a seamless recreation of 1980’s Los Angeles. Creative solutions\, technical breakdowns and some fun giveaways!\n\nTHE FALL GUY – With Rachel Copp from RISING SUN PICTURES\nRachel will be talking about Production processes\, Machine learning and the art of adding VFX crew and equipment into a film instead of painting them out.\n\n\n–  6.30 pm  doors open\n–  7:00 pm  Masters of Reality  – Caleb & MaXXXine \n–  7:45 pm short break \n–  8:00 pm RSP – Rachel & THE FALL GUY \n–  8:45 pm post talks networking and questions \n\n \nWe will also have VES members on hand to answer questions about how to join the VES during the September recruitment cycle.\nCheck out our updated website here https://www.vesglobal.org/\n\nPlease RSVP for catering purposes to  : nz@vesglobal.org\n\n\nMEDIA DESIGN SCHOOL \n10 Madden Street Wynyard Quarter\, Central\, Auckland 1010\n\n\n* If you have a project you would like to show case to the AKL VFX community at our next event please let us know 
URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/project-show-case-industry-networking-event/
LOCATION:Media Design School\, 10 madden street\, Wynyard Quarter\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Educational,Event
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SUMMARY:Volumetric Capture Studio Techniques\, VR\, AR\, VFX pipelines + VES Membership drive
DESCRIPTION:VES London is very happy to invite members and their guests to a unique experience on Volumetric Capture Studio Techniques at Target3D. \nTopics will also cover AR\, VR and VFX Pipelines. \nAmong our guests:\nBenjamin Walbrook – Head of R&D at Target3D – Discussing how this technology works.\nAllan Rankin – Managing Director at Target3D – How volumetric capture is been used in production and an industry overview. \nWe will also have our VES Membership Drive presentation in sight of our approaching deadline so we encourage all VES members to invite any aspiring members to join this event. \nAt the end we’ll enjoy some drinks and food !! \nOpen to VES members +2
URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/171896/
LOCATION:11c Dock street\, London E18JN\, 11c Dock street\, London E18JN\, London\, London\, E18JN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Educational,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gianluca Dentici":MAILTO:gianluca.dentici@ves.london
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240910T200000
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SUMMARY:SIGGRAPH 2024 Recap Roundtable online
DESCRIPTION:Some of our VES members may missed this year’s SIGGRAPH convention in Denver\, July 28th – August 1st. But never fear – you are welcome to join us for an online event which gathers a group of Siggraph attendees\, to recap for VES members who were unable to attend. \nIt’s a chance to get a glimpse of what the conference had to offer\, hear about trending tech topics\, and ask questions about what made an impression across the computer graphics industry this year. \nThe format will be a 1-hour Zoom session with presenters sharing their observations\, in a roundtable setting for conversations and multiple perspectives. \n Tuesday\, September 10th\n7pm PDT  \nThis will NOT be recorded\, so we hope to see you there\, LIVE! \nNo need to RSVP\, just join the call with this link\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83199250642 \nWe will have a couple of very special guests speaking at this roundtable: \nTerrence Masson \n\n\n\nTerrence Masson\, Chair of MFA Computer Arts at the School of Visual Arts in NYC is an education and computer graphics raconteur with over 30 years of production and education leadership experience. \nIn addition to feature animated film\, special venue\, mixed reality and interactive projects\, his 20 feature film visual effects films include Hook\, True Lies\, Interview with the Vampire and three Star Wars movies. He developed the original CG animation method for SouthPark in 1996 and his short film Bunkie & Booboo which won first place in the World Animation Celebration in 1998. His book CG101: A Computer Graphics Industry Reference remains an industry standard. \nTerrence has enjoyed speaking at over 100 international venues\, including SIGGRAPH\, VIEW\, FMX\, Producers Guild of America\, the Visual Effects Society and as a past ACM Distinguished Lecturer. \n\n\n\nEd Kramer \n\nEd Kramer began learning Computer Graphics in 1979\, while earning his Master of Arts in Film Production. By 1981\, he was animating at Image West in Hollywood\, using the Scanimate\, one of the earliest analog computers. As digital technology became a reality for production\, Kramer was on the forefront\, becoming one of the first to use the Ampex ADO\, the Bosch FGS-4000\, the Quantel Paintbox\, the Abekas A-60 digital disk recorder and ultimately was one of the first Wavefront animators.\nUsing Wavefront\, he worked at the Kleiser/Walczak Construction Company on the Columbia Pictures logo\, and with Douglas Trumbull on the Luxor Hotel attractions. His first feature film VFX work was on the helmet morph shots for Stargate and the smart bomb sequence for Clear and Present Danger. He was hired at Industrial Light + Magic in 1994\, where he spent 12 years as a Senior Technical Director and Sequence Supervisor\, contributing to all three Star Wars prequels. He also contributed to VFX classics like Jumanji\, Twister\, Harry Potter II\, The Perfect Storm\, 101 Dalmatians\, Deep Impact\, Van Helsing\, and Pirates of the Caribbean II\, which won the Visual Effects Oscar in 2006. \nAfter ILM\, Kramer started a career as Professor of Computer Graphics at the Colorado Film School\, the Art Institute of Colorado\, and the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design (RMCAD)\, retiring in 2023. Ed has been attending SIGGRAPH conferences since 1983 – and has only missed two conferences in all that time! Since 2019\, Kramer has been Chair of the SIGGRAPH Pioneers group\, and has spearheaded numerous SIGGRAPH panels and events\, including a Pioneers Retrospective for the SIGGRAPH 50th anniversary conference\, and creating online panels. Each year\, Kramer has coordinated the Pioneers Reception\, featuring influential keynote speakers who have had a significant impact on the field. He has been on the SIGGRAPH Electronic Theater Jury twice\, in 2006 and 2024. As Chair of the Pioneers\, Ed also participates in the Executive Council of SIGGRAPH\, helping to shape the future of the organization. \n \n\nIf you have topics you would like to see addressed\, please send an email in advance to the evening’s moderator: \nJeff A. Johnson\, Secretary\, Bay Area Board of Managers\nbayareasecretary@vesglobal.org
URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/siggraph-2024-recap-roundtable-online/
LOCATION: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83199250642 
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SUMMARY:Wellington Pub Night & Membership Drive
DESCRIPTION:Come along and join us for our upcoming networking\, pub night and membership drive all in one. Open to all folks working in Visual and Special Effects\, Games\, Animation\, the works! Please invite your colleagues to come along and learn more. \nIt’s the perfect opportunity to unwind\, socialize\, and learn more about the Visual Effects Society here in New Zealand. \nWhat’s in Store: \n\nWelcome Drinks: Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival.\nMembership Info: Learn about the benefits of becoming a member.\nNetworking: Meet and mingle with fellow members and guests.\n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 11\, 2024\nTime: 7:00pm\nLocation: Double Vision Brewery\, 128A Unit E\, Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington 6022
URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/wellington-pub-night-membership-drive/
LOCATION:Double Vision Brewing\, 128A Unit E Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington\, 6022\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event,Meeting,Party,Pub Night
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SUMMARY:VES Fall Cocktail 2024 - Montreal
DESCRIPTION: VES Montreal Fall Cocktail Bash  Hosted by Autodesk\nLOGIN TO SEE RSVP INFO \n Date: [ Thursday 19 September ]  Time: [ Door opens at 6:00pm ]  Location: Autodesk HQ\, Montreal \nDear Esteemed VES Members\, \nIn the whirlwind of our ever changing industry the time has come to come together. \nWe invite you to partake in an evening that promises to be nothing short of exceptional\, the Annual VES Montreal Fall Cocktail— kindly hosted by Autodesk. \nHere’s What Awaits: \nGuests: Extend this invitation to one\, of your non VES member friends. Let us broaden our horizons and share in the collective knowledge that defines our association. \n Food: Indulge in an assortment of culinary delights. \n Beverage Selection: We will be offering Wine and Beer alongside non-alcoholic beverages this evening \n Engaging Discourse: Anticipate an evening infused with meaningful networking opportunities and captivating dialogues. Reconnect with old acquaintances\, forge new alliances\, and immerse yourself in the evolving spirit of innovation. \nThis gathering presents a unique occasion to partake in the industry’s ever-evolving discourse\, networking in a casual social setting – and some time away from the screens that fill our everyday lives. \nJoin us for the Annual VES Montreal Fall Cocktail\, an event that embodies the spirit of our industry and our shared commitment to excellence. \nWarm regards\,\nThe Montreal board of managers
URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-fall-cocktail-montreal-2024/
LOCATION:Autodesk Canada\, Inc.\, 10 Rue Duke\, Montreal\, Quebec City\, H3C 2L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Party
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SUMMARY:Teq Talks - The Internet of Pins - The Art of Night - Lightning-Fast Script Analysis - Ultra Running & VFX
DESCRIPTION:The Visual Effects Society NZ\, Victoria University Wellington & Double Vision Brewery invite you to a series of fascinating short talks by local artists\, innovators\, and interesting people about the stuff they’re most passionate about. \nFree Entry – Bring your friends! \nWhen:\nDrinks and networking from 6pm. \nTalks start at 7 pm. \nWhat:\nHamish Guthrey\, Ye Olde Pinball Shoppe on “The Internet of Pins”\nHow a Wellington central city playroom full of pins\, cameras and computers is (probably) the most high-tech pinball arcade in the world. \nMark Gee\, Wētā FX on “Astrophotography – The Art of Night”\nThe art of photographing or imaging of astronomical objects\, celestial events\, or areas of the night sky. \nGreg Harman\, Scriptsee on “Lightning-Fast Script Analysis”\nProviding AI-driven\, analytical script insights to help streamline production\, reduce costs and enhance creativity. \nFabiano Petroni \, Wētā FX on “My Journey to VFX and Ultra Running”\nThe journey from Brazil to Wellington VFX and becoming a World Ranking Ultra Distance Runner. \n  \nWhere:\nLecture Theatre 1\nVictoria University of Wellington\nFaculty of Architecture & Design\n139 Vivian Street\, Wellington
URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/teq-talk-the-internet-of-pins-the-art-of-night-lightning-fast-script-analysis-ultra-running-vfx/
LOCATION:Victoria University – Lecture theatre 1\, 139 Vivian Street\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Educational,Event
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