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UID:10011667-1782325800-1782336600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:The Art of Simulation: Sims in Action - NEW DATE DESCRIPTION:The complexity of modern day VFX relies on advanced procedural modelling\, animation\, effects – in fact the simulation of modern physics and optics. Whether its explosions and blazing fires\, smoke\, rain\, molten lava or vast tsunamis of water\, or giant shards of metal and concrete as whole cities get razed to the ground\, Filmmakers are demanding increasingly spectacular and convincing ways ensure the viewer maintains the suspension of disbelief.\nWe’ve gathered a panel of experts to tell us how such effects are designed and created\, and to explain fluid dynamics\, procedural workflows\, particle systems and how this area might be changing. \nJoin us ! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/the-art-of-simulation-sims-in-action/ LOCATION:mosaic@soho Ingestre Place London W1F 0HS\, Mosaic@soho - Ingestre Place\, London\, London\, W1F 0HS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/TheartOfSimulation_icon-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="London":MAILTO:info@ves.london END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T210000 DTSTAMP:20260614T214048Z CREATED:20260609T211413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T214048Z UID:10011806-1782153900-1782162000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES NY: An Evening With... Zoic Studios! DESCRIPTION:There’s No Place Like Immersive – Crafting the Magic Behind The Wizard of Oz at Sphere\nClick your heels and step behind the curtain with Nate Overstrom and David Eschrich of Zoic Studios as they explore the creative and technical journey behind The Wizard of Oz at Sphere Las Vegas. They’ll walk through their methodology\, the key decisions that shaped the project\, and the cutting-edge internal advancements including AI-driven workflows that made one of their most ambitious collaborations possible. Expect a candid conversation about the challenges\, breakthroughs\, and lessons learned from a project that pushed the boundaries of immersive storytelling. \nAn Evening With…\nVES NY continues their new series\, a dedicated forum for the region’s premier VFX vendors to showcase groundbreaking work and novel techniques. The goal is to share knowledge\, inspire great work\, and connect VES members\, students and graduates with great companies. \nThis event is open to VES members and the SVA community and their guests. One guest per VES / SVA member. Please note that an RSVP does not guarantee a seat\, we will overbook the event to account for no-shows and seats will be on a first come first served basis. Please arrive prior to 7pm. \nPresenters:\nDavid Eschrich\nDavid Eschrich is the Global Head of 3D at Zoic Studios\, where he brings a deep understanding of the visual effects pipeline to his leadership role. With a background spanning modeling\, lookdev\, lighting\, grooming\, and environment creation\, David takes a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving\, always favoring procedural solutions when possible. \nHe has served on the Television Academy SVFX Peer Group Executive Committee and as Co-Chair of the VES New York Section. A VES and Emmy nominee\, David is passionate about optimizing workflows and is known for diving deep into both technical and artistic challenges to uncover creative\, efficient solutions. \nNate Overstrom\nNate Overstrom is a Creative Director at Zoic Studios\, where he has spent more than 20 years helping shape the studio’s creative vision and growth. For over a decade\, he has led the New York team\, guiding artists and supervisors across a diverse range of feature films\, television series\, and commercial projects. Serving as both a Creative Director and VFX Supervisor\, Nate specializes in CG integration\, live-action compositing\, and developing innovative visual solutions that support storytelling while meeting the technical demands of cutting edge production. \nA multiple award nominated VFX Supervisor. Throughout his career\, Nate has received multiple VES Award nominations and three Emmy Award nominations\, including Emmy recognition for Outstanding Special Visual Effects for his work on Apple TV+’s acclaimed series See. His extensive body of work includes contributions to Emmy Award-winning and Academy Award-winning productions\, earning a reputation for combining artistic vision with technical expertise. Whether overseeing complex visual effects sequences or collaborating closely with filmmakers and agency partners\, Nate is known for delivering high-quality work that elevates both narrative and visual impact. \nZoic Studios\nFounded in Los Angeles in 2002\, Zoic Studios was built on a simple idea: push the boundaries of what’s possible. By investing in groundbreaking technology and championing world-class talent\, we transform bold ideas into unforgettable visual experiences.\nBlending artistry with precision\, Zoic crafts stunning visual effects across film\, television\, and advertisement—bringing imagination to life\, frame by frame. Our collaborative\, global approach allows us to move seamlessly across productions\, delivering work that is both innovative and impactful.\nAt our core\, we are storytellers. We don’t just create visuals—we build worlds\, shape moments\, and elevate stories that resonate long after the screen fades to black. \nClick here to RSVP\n\nThis event is open to VES members and the SVA community and their guests. Please note that since space is limited\, an RSVP does not guarantee a seat. We will overbook the event to account for no-shows and seats will be on a first come first served basis. Please arrive prior to 7pm.  \n📍 Location: SVA Grad Center | 132 W 21st Street\, New York\n📅 Date: Jun 22nd\n⏰ Time: 6:45pm – 9pm \n#VESNY #AnEveningWith #VFXNewYork #ZoicStudios #VisualEffects #SVA URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/an-evening-with-zoic-studios/ LOCATION:132 West 21st St\, 132 West 21st St\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026_ves_aew_Zoic_v001_1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260619T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260619T210000 DTSTAMP:20260610T191117Z CREATED:20260609T174612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T191117Z UID:10011800-1781895600-1781902800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES-LA Game Night 3 DESCRIPTION:VES-LA Community Game Nights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Five Cities\, Three Nights\, Endless Fun: \nThis is not just one event\, but a multi-city tour aimed at connecting with members across the expansive span of the VES-LA Section!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This Game Night Series will unfold across five distinct cities over three distinct nights. Our goal is simple: to create convenient and enjoyable opportunities for our members to unwind and network with their local peers. Each location is hosted by a local VES-LA BOM member\, so this is a time to meet who lives near you!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We are proud to bring these events to: \n\nTorrance (6/17)\nCosta Mesa (6/17)\nNorthridge (6/18)\nPasadena (6/18)\nBurbank (6/19)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n How it Works (Choose Your Own Adventure): \nYour Nearest Stronghold: We encourage all members to attend the game night held in the city nearest to them. Check out the descriptions for each event as each of them are offering different experiences. It’s a perfect way to meet your neighbors in the industry and foster local connections. \nComplete the Quest: For the truly adventurous\, or those willing to explore new regions\, you are welcome and invited to attend any and all of the three game nights! If you are willing to travel\, we would love to see you. Each city offers a new opportunity to meet different VES colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location Details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-8:30pm \n(BOM Host: Ihimu Ukpo) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elixir Bar\, Costa Mesa\nStep into a realm where Harry Potter whimsy meets Beetlejuice eccentricity at Costa Mesa’s most spellbinding hidden gem\, Elixir Tea Bar. This enchanted\, non-alcoholic sanctuary sets the perfect moody\, magical backdrop for an evening of legendary tabletop battles with your fellow VFX pros. Leave the real world behind for a night of pure creative camaraderie\, and best of all\, VES-LA is covering your first drink and a selection of delicious savory nibbles to keep the competitive energy flowing! \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1779 Newport Blvd 2nd Floor\,   Costa Mesa\, CA 92627 \n \n RSVP for Costa Mesa/Orange County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00pm – 9:00pm \n(BOM Host:  Nathalia Ruiz Murray) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hermosa Brewing Company\, Torrance\nThe only stop on our Game Night Series with cold beer on tap — and your first round is on us!  We’re taking over a table at Hermosa Brewing Company\, bringing the games\, and settling in for a night of friendly competition with fellow VFX pros. No agenda\, no pressure. Just good drinks\, fun games and great company.  And did we mention there’s a food truck outside? Now THAT’s SO L.A.! \nCome on over\, pull up a stool\, grab your first drink courtesy of VES-LA\, and let’s see who’s got the winning roll. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1855 Del Amo Blvd\, Torrance\, CA 90501 \n \n RSVP for Torrance\, South Bay\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-9:30pm \n(BOM Host:  Lopsie Schwartz) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fire & Dice\, Northridge\nStep into the glow of Fire & Dice\, Northridge’s own tabletop haven where dice hit the table\, cards come alive\, and every corner feels ready for a new campaign. Whether you’re a hardcore strategist or just want a fun\, low-pressure night out with fellow VFX pros\, pull up a chair and let the real world fade into the background. \nWant to learn Magic: The Gathering? Sign up now and we’ll hand you a free Starter Deck to keep — yours forever. We’ll walk you through your first game with a hands-on intro lesson\, no experience required. (please arrive by 8pm for this perk) \nVES-LA is bringing in light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks  to keep the energy up\, the conversation flowing\, and the friendly rivalries properly fueled. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address: 9036 Tampa Ave\, Northridge\, CA 91324 \n \n RSVP for Northridge\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-10pm \n(BOM Host:  Theresa Patten-Koeckert and Rob Holland) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Odyssey Games\, Pasadena\nVenture east to Odyssey Games in Pasadena. With its deep shelves of board games\, RPGs\, miniatures\, trading cards\, and hobby treasures\, Odyssey feels like the kind of place where every table could launch a quest\, a battle\, or a ridiculous inside joke that lasts all night. Come connect with your fellow VES members\, roll some dice\, make a few new allies\, and enjoy complimentary light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks courtesy of VES-LA while the games begin. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1795 E Colorado Blvd\, Pasadena\, CA 91106 \n \n RSVP for Pasadena\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 19th\, 2026 \nTime: 6pm-9:00pm \n(BOM Host: Sarah McGrail) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Geeky Teas & Games\, Burbank\nCome out to Burbank’s ultimate nerd haven\, Geeky Teas & Games\, a delightfully eccentric community hub where life-size TARDIS doors and Daleks meet a cozy\, welcoming sanctuary for gamers and Anglophiles alike. Step into this vibrant\, welcoming space for an evening of epic tabletop campaigns and peruse the specialty fandom-inspired loose-leaf teas available for purchase. Leave the Hollywood grind behind for a night of pure\, unadulterated geek camaraderie. VES LA will provide snacks. Bring your own beverages (non-alcoholic – save the mead for another quest). Space is limited\, so roll for initiative on that sign-up form (Members +1) before all seats are claimed! \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  900 W Alameda\, Burbank CA 91506 \n \n RSVP for Burbank URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-la-game-night-3/ LOCATION:Los Angeles County & OC\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260618T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260618T230000 DTSTAMP:20260606T021639Z CREATED:20260606T021639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T021639Z UID:10011772-1781809200-1781823600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Toronto - Trivia Pub Night: Welcoming New Members - June 18th DESCRIPTION:VES Toronto members and guests\, please join us to share a drink\, test your knowledge of local VFX and meet our newest VES members. \nForm teams of up to 5 and compete for the grand prize (and bragging rights). \nNo team? No worries! We’ll match you up with a team when you arrive. \nTrivia Pub Night: Welcome New Members\nAt Ground Control on Thursday\, June 18th\, Doors at 7:00pm\, Trivia starts at 7:30\nBrought to you by our Annual Sponsors.\nMembers: Login and RSVP below\, or check your email. Members are free to bring a guest.\n*Transit recommended \nGuests must have their information in the guest ticket\, with no duplicate names. \nPlease have your QR Eventbrite ticket on your phone or printed for quick check-in. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-toronto-trivia-pub-night-welcoming-new-members-june-18th/ LOCATION:Ground Control\, 1279 Queen St West\, Toronto\, Ontario CATEGORIES:Event,Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Trivia-Pub-Night-v02.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260618T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260618T213000 DTSTAMP:20260610T191021Z CREATED:20260609T172407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T191021Z UID:10011796-1781809200-1781818200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES-LA Game Night 2 DESCRIPTION:VES-LA Community Game Nights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Five Cities\, Three Nights\, Endless Fun: \nThis is not just one event\, but a multi-city tour aimed at connecting with members across the expansive span of the VES-LA Section!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This Game Night Series will unfold across five distinct cities over three distinct nights. Our goal is simple: to create convenient and enjoyable opportunities for our members to unwind and network with their local peers. Each location is hosted by a local VES-LA BOM member\, so this is a time to meet who lives near you!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We are proud to bring these events to: \n\nTorrance (6/17)\nCosta Mesa (6/17)\nNorthridge (6/18)\nPasadena (6/18)\nBurbank (6/19)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n How it Works (Choose Your Own Adventure): \nYour Nearest Stronghold: We encourage all members to attend the game night held in the city nearest to them. Check out the descriptions for each event as each of them are offering different experiences. It’s a perfect way to meet your neighbors in the industry and foster local connections. \nComplete the Quest: For the truly adventurous\, or those willing to explore new regions\, you are welcome and invited to attend any and all of the three game nights! If you are willing to travel\, we would love to see you. Each city offers a new opportunity to meet different VES colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location Details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-8:30pm \n(BOM Host: Ihimu Ukpo) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elixir Bar\, Costa Mesa\nStep into a realm where Harry Potter whimsy meets Beetlejuice eccentricity at Costa Mesa’s most spellbinding hidden gem\, Elixir Tea Bar. This enchanted\, non-alcoholic sanctuary sets the perfect moody\, magical backdrop for an evening of legendary tabletop battles with your fellow VFX pros. Leave the real world behind for a night of pure creative camaraderie\, and best of all\, VES-LA is covering your first drink and a selection of delicious savory nibbles to keep the competitive energy flowing! \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1779 Newport Blvd 2nd Floor\,   Costa Mesa\, CA 92627 \n \n RSVP for Costa Mesa/Orange County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00pm – 9:00pm \n(BOM Host:  Nathalia Ruiz Murray) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hermosa Brewing Company\, Torrance\nThe only stop on our Game Night Series with cold beer on tap — and your first round is on us!  We’re taking over a table at Hermosa Brewing Company\, bringing the games\, and settling in for a night of friendly competition with fellow VFX pros. No agenda\, no pressure. Just good drinks\, fun games and great company.  And did we mention there’s a food truck outside? Now THAT’s SO L.A.! \nCome on over\, pull up a stool\, grab your first drink courtesy of VES-LA\, and let’s see who’s got the winning roll. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1855 Del Amo Blvd\, Torrance\, CA 90501 \n \n RSVP for Torrance\, South Bay\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-9:30pm \n(BOM Host:  Lopsie Schwartz) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fire & Dice\, Northridge\nStep into the glow of Fire & Dice\, Northridge’s own tabletop haven where dice hit the table\, cards come alive\, and every corner feels ready for a new campaign. Whether you’re a hardcore strategist or just want a fun\, low-pressure night out with fellow VFX pros\, pull up a chair and let the real world fade into the background. \nWant to learn Magic: The Gathering? Sign up now and we’ll hand you a free Starter Deck to keep — yours forever. We’ll walk you through your first game with a hands-on intro lesson\, no experience required. (please arrive by 8pm for this perk) \nVES-LA is bringing in light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks  to keep the energy up\, the conversation flowing\, and the friendly rivalries properly fueled. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address: 9036 Tampa Ave\, Northridge\, CA 91324 \n \n RSVP for Northridge\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-10pm \n(BOM Host:  Theresa Patten-Koeckert and Rob Holland) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Odyssey Games\, Pasadena\nVenture east to Odyssey Games in Pasadena. With its deep shelves of board games\, RPGs\, miniatures\, trading cards\, and hobby treasures\, Odyssey feels like the kind of place where every table could launch a quest\, a battle\, or a ridiculous inside joke that lasts all night. Come connect with your fellow VES members\, roll some dice\, make a few new allies\, and enjoy complimentary light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks courtesy of VES-LA while the games begin. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1795 E Colorado Blvd\, Pasadena\, CA 91106 \n \n RSVP for Pasadena\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 19th\, 2026 \nTime: 6pm-9:00pm \n(BOM Host: Sarah McGrail) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Geeky Teas & Games\, Burbank\nCome out to Burbank’s ultimate nerd haven\, Geeky Teas & Games\, a delightfully eccentric community hub where life-size TARDIS doors and Daleks meet a cozy\, welcoming sanctuary for gamers and Anglophiles alike. Step into this vibrant\, welcoming space for an evening of epic tabletop campaigns and peruse the specialty fandom-inspired loose-leaf teas available for purchase. Leave the Hollywood grind behind for a night of pure\, unadulterated geek camaraderie. VES LA will provide snacks. Bring your own beverages (non-alcoholic – save the mead for another quest). Space is limited\, so roll for initiative on that sign-up form (Members +1) before all seats are claimed! \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  900 W Alameda\, Burbank CA 91506 \n \n RSVP for Burbank URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-la-game-night-2/ LOCATION:Los Angeles County & OC\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260617T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260617T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T140314Z CREATED:20260602T140314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T140314Z UID:10011768-1781721000-1781726400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES New Zealand June Pub Night + Star Wars Quiz 2026 DESCRIPTION:VES New Zealand Pub Night + Star Wars Quiz 🌌🍻\nJoin the Visual Effects Society New Zealand community for an epic evening of drinks\, trivia\, and industry catch-ups at Double Vision Brewing. \n✨ Calling all Jedi\, Sith\, bounty hunters\, droids\, and VFX artists — test your Star Wars knowledge and compete in a fun night packed with galactic trivia and great company. \n📅 Wednesday\, June 17\, 2026🕡 Doors Open: 6:30 PM📍 Double Vision Brewing — 128 Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington \n🎟 RSVP via the VES Website \nWhether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting fellow artists from across the VFX industry\, this is the perfect chance to unwind\, grab a drink\, and celebrate the creative community together. \n🏆 Star Wars Trivia🍺 Great Drinks🎁 Gift for Trivia Winner \nSpecial thanks to the team at Double Vision Brewing for hosting the evening. \n VES Members receive their first drink free! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-new-zealand-june-pub-night-star-wars-quiz-2026/ LOCATION:Double Vision Brewing\, 128A Unit E Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington\, 6022\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Event,Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PubNight_StarWars_06-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260617T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260619T213000 DTSTAMP:20260610T190844Z CREATED:20260609T155706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T190844Z UID:10011795-1781719200-1781904600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES-LA Game Nights DESCRIPTION:VES-LA Community Game Nights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Five Cities\, Three Nights\, Endless Fun: \nThis is not just one event\, but a multi-city tour aimed at connecting with members across the expansive span of the VES-LA Section!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This Game Night Series will unfold across five distinct cities over three distinct nights. Our goal is simple: to create convenient and enjoyable opportunities for our members to unwind and network with their local peers. Each location is hosted by a local VES-LA BOM member\, so this is a time to meet who lives near you!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We are proud to bring these events to: \n\nTorrance (6/17)\nCosta Mesa (6/17)\nNorthridge (6/18)\nPasadena (6/18)\nBurbank (6/19)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n How it Works (Choose Your Own Adventure): \nYour Nearest Stronghold: We encourage all members to attend the game night held in the city nearest to them. Check out the descriptions for each event as each of them are offering different experiences. It’s a perfect way to meet your neighbors in the industry and foster local connections. \nComplete the Quest: For the truly adventurous\, or those willing to explore new regions\, you are welcome and invited to attend any and all of the three game nights! If you are willing to travel\, we would love to see you. Each city offers a new opportunity to meet different VES colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location Details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-8:30pm \n(BOM Host: Ihimu Ukpo) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elixir Bar\, Costa Mesa\nStep into a realm where Harry Potter whimsy meets Beetlejuice eccentricity at Costa Mesa’s most spellbinding hidden gem\, Elixir Tea Bar. This enchanted\, non-alcoholic sanctuary sets the perfect moody\, magical backdrop for an evening of legendary tabletop battles with your fellow VFX pros. Leave the real world behind for a night of pure creative camaraderie\, and best of all\, VES-LA is covering your first drink and a selection of delicious savory nibbles to keep the competitive energy flowing! \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1779 Newport Blvd 2nd Floor\,   Costa Mesa\, CA 92627 \n \n RSVP for Costa Mesa/Orange County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00pm – 9:00pm \n(BOM Host:  Nathalia Ruiz Murray) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hermosa Brewing Company\, Torrance\nThe only stop on our Game Night Series with cold beer on tap — and your first round is on us!  We’re taking over a table at Hermosa Brewing Company\, bringing the games\, and settling in for a night of friendly competition with fellow VFX pros. No agenda\, no pressure. Just good drinks\, fun games and great company.  And did we mention there’s a food truck outside? Now THAT’s SO L.A.! \nCome on over\, pull up a stool\, grab your first drink courtesy of VES-LA\, and let’s see who’s got the winning roll. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1855 Del Amo Blvd\, Torrance\, CA 90501 \n \n RSVP for Torrance\, South Bay\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-9:30pm \n(BOM Host:  Lopsie Schwartz) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fire & Dice\, Northridge\nStep into the glow of Fire & Dice\, Northridge’s own tabletop haven where dice hit the table\, cards come alive\, and every corner feels ready for a new campaign. Whether you’re a hardcore strategist or just want a fun\, low-pressure night out with fellow VFX pros\, pull up a chair and let the real world fade into the background. \nWant to learn Magic: The Gathering? Sign up now and we’ll hand you a free Starter Deck to keep — yours forever. We’ll walk you through your first game with a hands-on intro lesson\, no experience required. (please arrive by 8pm for this perk) \nVES-LA is bringing in light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks  to keep the energy up\, the conversation flowing\, and the friendly rivalries properly fueled. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address: 9036 Tampa Ave\, Northridge\, CA 91324 \n \n RSVP for Northridge\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-10:00pm \n(BOM Host:  Theresa Patten-Koeckert and Rob Holland) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Odyssey Games\, Pasadena\nVenture east to Odyssey Games in Pasadena. With its deep shelves of board games\, RPGs\, miniatures\, trading cards\, and hobby treasures\, Odyssey feels like the kind of place where every table could launch a quest\, a battle\, or a ridiculous inside joke that lasts all night. Come connect with your fellow VES members\, roll some dice\, make a few new allies\, and enjoy complimentary light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks courtesy of VES-LA while the games begin. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1795 E Colorado Blvd\, Pasadena\, CA 91106 \n \n RSVP for Pasadena\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 19th\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00pm-9:00pm \n(BOM Host: Sarah McGrail) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Geeky Teas & Games\, Burbank\nCome out to Burbank’s ultimate nerd haven\, Geeky Teas & Games\, a delightfully eccentric community hub where life-size TARDIS doors and Daleks meet a cozy\, welcoming sanctuary for gamers and Anglophiles alike. Step into this vibrant\, welcoming space for an evening of epic tabletop campaigns and peruse the specialty fandom-inspired loose-leaf teas available for purchase. Leave the Hollywood grind behind for a night of pure\, unadulterated geek camaraderie. VES LA will provide snacks. Bring your own beverages (non-alcoholic – save the mead for another quest). Space is limited\, so roll for initiative on that sign-up form (Members +1) before all seats are claimed! \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  900 W Alameda\, Burbank CA 91506 \n \n RSVP for Burbank URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-la-game-nights/ LOCATION:Los Angeles County & OC\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260617T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260617T203000 DTSTAMP:20260610T190929Z CREATED:20260609T171839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T190929Z UID:10011787-1781717400-1781728200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES-LA Game Night 1 DESCRIPTION:VES-LA Community Game Nights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Five Cities\, Three Nights\, Endless Fun: \nThis is not just one event\, but a multi-city tour aimed at connecting with members across the expansive span of the VES-LA Section!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This Game Night Series will unfold across five distinct cities over three distinct nights. Our goal is simple: to create convenient and enjoyable opportunities for our members to unwind and network with their local peers. Each location is hosted by a local VES-LA BOM member\, so this is a time to meet who lives near you!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We are proud to bring these events to: \n\nTorrance (6/17)\nCosta Mesa (6/17)\nNorthridge (6/18)\nPasadena (6/18)\nBurbank (6/19)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n How it Works (Choose Your Own Adventure): \nYour Nearest Stronghold: We encourage all members to attend the game night held in the city nearest to them. Check out the descriptions for each event as each of them are offering different experiences. It’s a perfect way to meet your neighbors in the industry and foster local connections. \nComplete the Quest: For the truly adventurous\, or those willing to explore new regions\, you are welcome and invited to attend any and all of the three game nights! If you are willing to travel\, we would love to see you. Each city offers a new opportunity to meet different VES colleagues.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location Details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-8:30pm \n(BOM Host: Ihimu Ukpo) \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elixir Bar\, Costa Mesa\nStep into a realm where Harry Potter whimsy meets Beetlejuice eccentricity at Costa Mesa’s most spellbinding hidden gem\, Elixir Tea Bar. This enchanted\, non-alcoholic sanctuary sets the perfect moody\, magical backdrop for an evening of legendary tabletop battles with your fellow VFX pros. Leave the real world behind for a night of pure creative camaraderie\, and best of all\, VES-LA is covering your first drink and a selection of delicious savory nibbles to keep the competitive energy flowing!\n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1779 Newport Blvd 2nd Floor\,   Costa Mesa\, CA 92627 \n \n RSVP for Costa Mesa/Orange County\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 17th\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00pm – 9:00pm \n(BOM Host:  Nathalia Ruiz Murray) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hermosa Brewing Company\, Torrance\nThe only stop on our Game Night Series with cold beer on tap — and your first round is on us!  We’re taking over a table at Hermosa Brewing Company\, bringing the games\, and settling in for a night of friendly competition with fellow VFX pros. No agenda\, no pressure. Just good drinks\, fun games and great company.  And did we mention there’s a food truck outside? Now THAT’s SO L.A.! \nCome on over\, pull up a stool\, grab your first drink courtesy of VES-LA\, and let’s see who’s got the winning roll. \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1855 Del Amo Blvd\, Torrance\, CA 90501 \n \n RSVP for Torrance\, South Bay\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-9:30pm \n(BOM Host:  Lopsie Schwartz) \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fire & Dice\, Northridge\nStep into the glow of Fire & Dice\, Northridge’s own tabletop haven where dice hit the table\, cards come alive\, and every corner feels ready for a new campaign. Whether you’re a hardcore strategist or just want a fun\, low-pressure night out with fellow VFX pros\, pull up a chair and let the real world fade into the background. \nWant to learn Magic: The Gathering? Sign up now and we’ll hand you a free Starter Deck to keep — yours forever. We’ll walk you through your first game with a hands-on intro lesson\, no experience required. (please arrive by 8pm for this perk) \nVES-LA is bringing in light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks  to keep the energy up\, the conversation flowing\, and the friendly rivalries properly fueled.\n \n \n \n \n \n Address: 9036 Tampa Ave\, Northridge\, CA 91324 \n \n RSVP for Northridge\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 18th\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm-10:00pm \n(BOM Host:  Theresa Patten-Koeckert and Rob Holland) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Odyssey Games\, Pasadena\nVenture east to Odyssey Games in Pasadena. With its deep shelves of board games\, RPGs\, miniatures\, trading cards\, and hobby treasures\, Odyssey feels like the kind of place where every table could launch a quest\, a battle\, or a ridiculous inside joke that lasts all night. Come connect with your fellow VES members\, roll some dice\, make a few new allies\, and enjoy complimentary light nibbles and non-alcoholic drinks courtesy of VES-LA while the games begin.\n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  1795 E Colorado Blvd\, Pasadena\, CA 91106 \n \n RSVP for Pasadena\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n June 19th\, 2026 \nTime: 6pm-9:00pm \n(BOM Host: Sarah McGrail) \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Geeky Teas & Games\, Burbank\nCome out to Burbank’s ultimate nerd haven\, Geeky Teas & Games\, a delightfully eccentric community hub where life-size TARDIS doors and Daleks meet a cozy\, welcoming sanctuary for gamers and Anglophiles alike. Step into this vibrant\, welcoming space for an evening of epic tabletop campaigns and peruse the specialty fandom-inspired loose-leaf teas available for purchase. Leave the Hollywood grind behind for a night of pure\, unadulterated geek camaraderie. VES LA will provide snacks. Bring your own beverages (non-alcoholic – save the mead for another quest). Space is limited\, so roll for initiative on that sign-up form (Members +1) before all seats are claimed! \n \n \n \n \n \n Address:  900 W Alameda\, Burbank CA 91506 \n \n RSVP for Burbank URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-la-game-nights-1/ LOCATION:Los Angeles County & OC\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T180000 DTSTAMP:20260615T053330Z CREATED:20260609T144446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T053330Z UID:10011788-1781629200-1781632800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES in conversation with the Society for Game Cinematics DESCRIPTION:The VES Bay Area is excited to host a virtual conversation with the founders of the Society for Game Cinematics! \nThe SGC is a international nonprofit honorary society founded in 2022\, whose mission is to advance the art and science of cinematics in game development. The group was formed to create a dedicated space for discussion and recognition of the work of game cinematics. They have since grown into a community bringing together thousands of cinematics professionals through in-person and virtual initiatives worldwide. \nThe SGC debuted their Cinematics Awards show in 2026\, at GDC in San Francisco! \nModerated by VES Bay Area Chair Jeff A. Johnson\, this forum offers VES members an opportunity to hear directly from these veterans and icons of the game cinematics world\, and to be able to post questions to them about their work bridging the worlds of games\, film\, and animation. We will leave 15-20 minutes available at the end for audience Q&A. \nScheduled panelists include: \n\n\nBrian Horn (President/Co-Founder)\nCinematic Director\, Blizzard Entertainment\n\n\n\n\n\nEmily Hsu (Former President/Co-Founder/Advisor)\nSenior Producer\, Epic Games\n\n\n\n\n\nGreg Mitchell (Co-Founder/Outgoing Awards Chair)\nCinematics Director\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew Ward (Awards Chair / Sponsorships Chair)\nCinematics Director\, Gearbox Entertainment\n\n\n\n\nADDED – Csilla Andersen (VES Bay Area Board)\nSenior Technical Producer in Film\, Games\, and VR \n\n\n\n\n\n(speakers subject to availability)\n  \nTuesday\, June 16th\n5pm – 6pm PDT\nVES members worldwide can watch the session on Zoom\, and add their questions to the conversation! (Zoom link available to members\, below) URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-in-conversation-with-the-society-for-game-cinematics/ LOCATION:Maharashtra CATEGORIES:Educational,Event,Global/Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025_SGC_WebsiteBanner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T203000 DTSTAMP:20260526T043138Z CREATED:20260526T042327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T043138Z UID:10011760-1780596000-1780605000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Bay Area: VINE Networking Event\, June 2026 DESCRIPTION:VINE Event in Oakland co-sponsored by VES\nThe VES Bay Area will be cooperating with the VINE group for their 𝗩𝗙𝗫 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗱 June 𝗺𝗶𝘅𝗲𝗿! \nVES Board member Kevin Kunze will kickoff of the 𝘝𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘝𝘐𝘕𝘌 segment with his thoughts on the unprecedented change the industry is facing\, as well as information about the Visual Effects Society. \nThis will be an all out 𝗩𝗙𝗫-𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁. To this end\, the hosts will be wearing green screen and mocap suits!\nAnd they’ll be offering their box of 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀™️- green party favors and accessories which attendees can wear so that they can be part of the fun. \nThursday. June 4th\n6pm – 8pm\nInformal Spaces (formerly Port Labs)\n2044 Franklin Street (at 21st Street)\nOakland\, CA \n$5 admission waived for VES members. Just say “I’m with the VES” at the door. \nAs always\, there will be wine and pizza\, and an opportunity to mix\, mingle\, and promote yourself or your projects. \nRegister now!\nhttps://luma.com/sbzhs47l \n  \nMore about The VINE and this event: \nWhether you’re a filmmaker\, DP\, motion designer\, producer\, editor\, or play ANY role in the video industry\, The VINE is the place to be for networking\, promotion and inspiration. Your $5 admission gets you pizza\, wine and other refreshments. \n​​Also\, you’ll have the opportunity to promote yourself and what you are working on\, during the last portion of the evening in a segment we call “Voices of the Vine“. \n​Register now! \n​Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iFF5G7b57bqhpgy76 URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-bay-area-vine-networking-event-june-2026/ LOCATION:2044 Franklin St Oakland\, California\, 2044 Franklin St.\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Pub Night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260530T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260530T130000 DTSTAMP:20260527T071105Z CREATED:20260511T060529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T071105Z UID:10011731-1780138800-1780146000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:EXPOSITION MARILYN MONROE - 30 MAI 2026 - 11H00 DESCRIPTION:Chères et chers membres\, \nAprès nos belles sorties VES France à la Cinémathèque française en 2025 autour des expositions James Cameron et Wes Anderson\, nous aimerions vous proposer un nouveau moment à partager ensemble. \nCette fois-ci\, nous vous proposons de nous retrouver autour de l’exposition : \nMARILYN MONROE\nQuand ? Samedi 30 Mai 2026 à 11h00 \nOù ? La Cinémathèque Française \nAdresse : 51 rue de Bercy\, 75012\, Paris \nAccès : Métro ligne 6 ou 14\, arrêt Bercy \nMerci de confirmer votre présence via le lien ci-dessous. \nCe serait une belle occasion de se retrouver entre membres\, dans un cadre toujours inspirant\, autour d’une icône absolue du cinéma et accessoirement de continuer notre petite tradition VES France à la Cinémathèque ! \nÀ très bientôt\, \nLe Board VES France URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/exposition-marilyn-monroe/ LOCATION:Cinémathèque Française\, 51 Rue de Bercy\, Paris\, 75012\, France CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T185636Z CREATED:20260521T185636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T185636Z UID:10011755-1779958800-1779987600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Texas Section at the Texas Production Expo DESCRIPTION:May has been a busy month for us in the Texas Section of the VES. Along with the panel this Sunday at the Houston Comicpalooza\, we will also be at the Texas Production Expo hosted by the Dallas Producers Association on May 28th at the Grapevine Convention Center. \n\n\n\nIn addition to our table in the Community Room\, we will be hosting the panel “Digital Production in Texas: From Games to Visual Effects and AI” at 11:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. in the Texas Film Gear room. \n\n\n\nPanelists scheduled to appear:\n\n\nJim Gibbs – Principal Lighting Artist at id Software\nErasmo P. Romero – Associate Product Manager/VFX Consultant at Topaz Labs\nLaurie Powers-Going – VFX Supervisor/Ind. Filmmaker/Owner at Deacon Finn Films and VFX\nColin Campbell\, VES – Comp/DFX Supervisor and Visual Effects Society Texas Section Chair \nModerator: Mark A.J. Nazal – Exec. Producer/Founder at SurrealArts Group \n\n\n\nSo please come out to the Texas Production Expo (It’s free!) and stop by the table and say hi! \n\n\n\nRegister:\nhttps://www.dallasproducers.org/texas-production-expo URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-texas-section-at-the-texas-production-expo/ LOCATION:Maharashtra CATEGORIES:Conference,Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TPE2026_PanelPromo_v001.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T140000 DTSTAMP:20260521T183854Z CREATED:20260521T183638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T183854Z UID:10011754-1779627600-1779631200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:HOUSTON COMICPALOOZA! DESCRIPTION:The Visual Effects Society – Texas Section will be presenting the panel “The Visual Effects Professionals: Behind the Superhero Movies We Love” in conjunction with Comicpalooza in Houston\, TX as part of the CPU Comicpalooza University! \nVES members Judy Elkins\, Erasmo Romero III\, Mark Nazal\, and Colin Campbell\, VES along with art director/concept designer Kino Scialabba will discuss their past visual effects work on comic/superhero related projects in bringing to the screen the characters and stories comics fans love! The panel will be moderated by award winning writer/screenwriter Nicole Caliro. \nPlease join us for a lively session of behind-the-scenes insights and stories about how your favorite comic characters make it on to the big screen! \nConvention Dates: May 22nd – May 24th\nPanel Date and Time: May 24th\, 1:00-2:00 p.m. in the CPU/Sapphire Stage URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/houston-comicpalooza/ LOCATION:Maharashtra CATEGORIES:Conference,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ComicPalooza2026_PanelPromo_TheVFXPros_v001-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T210000 DTSTAMP:20260511T220101Z CREATED:20260511T220101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T220101Z UID:10011694-1779129900-1779138000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:An Evening With... Electric Theatre Collective! DESCRIPTION:Taste Over Tools – What still makes a VFX Artist valuable in 2026\nAt a time when AI and emerging technology are reshaping the creative landscape. Kyle Cody (Creative Director from ETC) and Chris Connolly (Executive Producer from ETC) will lead a conversation about why taste\, craft\, storytelling\, problem-solving\, and human judgment remain the true differentiators in visual effects. The talk will look at how ETC approaches new tools without losing sight of fundamentals\, and how artists can stay relevant by combining technical curiosity with cinematic instinct\, collaboration\, and a deep understanding of what makes an image feel believable\, emotional\, and worth watching. \nAn Evening With…\nVES NY continues their new series\, a dedicated forum for the region’s premier VFX vendors to showcase groundbreaking work and novel techniques. The goal is to share knowledge\, inspire great work\, and connect VES members\, students and graduates with great companies. \nThis event is open to VES members and the SVA community and their guests. One guest per VES / SVA member. Please note that an RSVP does not guarantee a seat\, we will overbook the event to account for no-shows and seats will be on a first come first served basis. Please arrive prior to 7pm. \nPresenters:\nKyle Cody\nKyle Cody is an award-winning Creative Director at Electric Theatre Collective\, leading the studio’s creative expansion into New York and across the U.S. With over 15 years in visual storytelling\, Kyle is known for blending cinematic craft with groundbreaking visual effects for brands like Nike\, Coca-Cola\, Google\, Samsung\, OREO\, and Bud Light. \nFormerly Head of 2D and VFX Supervisor at The Mill New York\, and Creative Director at Harbor\, he has collaborated with some of the world’s most visionary directors and delivered Super Bowl spots\, global brand campaigns\, and character-driven CG work recognized with Cannes Lions\, D&AD\, Clio\, VES\, and AICE awards. \nChris Connolly\nAs Executive Producer at Electric Theatre Collective’s New York studio\, Chris Connolly has partnered with leading directors and agencies to deliver award-winning visual effects for some of the world’s most recognized brands. With 13 years of experience across advertising and film\, he has helped shape campaigns for Microsoft\, Mercedes Benz\, Samsung\, and Budweiser.\n‍\nOriginally from the UK\, Chris studied Film Studies at Nottingham University before relocating to New York in 2014. Since then\, he has collaborated with acclaimed directors including Shawn Levy\, Tom Hooper\, and Derek Cianfrance\, producing visually ambitious work that has garnered industry recognition. His projects have been honored with Cannes Lions\, Clios\, AICP\, VES\, AEAF\, Kinsale Shark\, and Webby Awards. \nElectric Theatre Collective\nElectric Theatre Collective is home to some of the industry’s most formidable artists: collaborators of legendary directors\, agencies and brands worldwide. \nOur passion for craft has seen us bring ambitious projects to life across commercials\, music videos\, TV and film. We’re proud claimants of numerous accolades\, recently adding a D&AD black pencil\, four VES honours\, and several Company of the Year awards to our collection. \nWidely regarded as one of the best moving image and design studios in the world\, we continue to be at the forefront of innovative creativity on a global scale. \nClick here to RSVP\n\nThis event is open to VES members and the SVA community and their guests. Please note that since space is limited\, an RSVP does not guarantee a seat. We will overbook the event to account for no-shows and seats will be on a first come first served basis. Please arrive prior to 7pm.  \n📍 Location: SVA Grad Center | 132 W 21st Street\, New York\n📅 Date: May 18th\n⏰ Time: 6:45pm – 9pm \n#VESNY #AnEveningWith #VFXNewYork #ETC #VisualEffects #SVA URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/an-evening-with-electric-theatre-collective/ LOCATION:132 West 21st St\, 132 West 21st St\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026_ves_aew_ETC_v001_1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T160000 DTSTAMP:20260511T175242Z CREATED:20260428T045137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T175242Z UID:10011705-1778940000-1778947200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Tech Talk: Marrying Art & Virtual Production DESCRIPTION: URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/tech-talk-marrying-art-virtual-production/ LOCATION:Wieden+Kennedy\, 224 NW 13TH AVE\,\, PORTLAND\,\, OR\, 97209\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/VES_TechTalk_Felix.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Atlantic/Canary:20260430T200000 DTEND;TZID=Atlantic/Canary:20260430T210000 DTSTAMP:20260427T141220Z CREATED:20260427T135117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T141220Z UID:10011704-1777579200-1777582800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Spain presentation in Tenerife\, Canary Islands. DESCRIPTION:VES Spain: Community and talent on a global stage.\nIf you are in Tenerife\, please join our Co-Chair Adrián Castro Viejo\, presenting VES Spain at El Gremio\, a gathering of audiovisual artists\, enthusiasts\, and professionals. \nHe will give a presentation about VES in general and VES Spain in particular to show what we did and what we can do from now on. \nIt is in Pub Sócrates in La Laguna. If for some reason\, you are on the island and want to say hi\, please pop by and do so. Would be great to see other members there. \nWhere: Pub Sócrates Calle Dr. Zamenhoff\, 12-34\, 38205 La Laguna\, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. \nWhen: Thursday\, 30th of April\, 2026. \nTime: 8:00 PM onwards. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-spain-presentation-in-tenerife-canary-islands/ LOCATION:El Gremio\, Pub Sócrates.\, Calle Dr. Zamenhoff\, 12-34\, 38205 La Laguna\, Santa Cruz de Tenerife\, San Cristóbal de La Laguna\, Santa Cruz de Tenerife\, 38205\, Spain CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/El-Gremio-portada.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T004559Z CREATED:20260407T001450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T004559Z UID:10011670-1776970800-1776985200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES TORONTO – BEHIND THE VFX - Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein DESCRIPTION:Join VES Toronto and MR. X for a Special Edition of “Behind The VFX” exploring Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein and its VFX from set to final pixel.\nThe Royal Theater – 608 College St. Thursday April 23 2026\, 7pm \nTickets are free for VES members\, $18+fees for the public. Advanced registration required. Open to the Toronto VFX and Filmmaking Community. \nVES Members please login and see promo code at the bottom of this page\, or check your email for free access\nFor public tickets for non-VES members use promo code: PUBLIC and rsvp HERE\nFeaturing: \n\nDennis Berardi – Visual Effects Supervisor\nBrandon Schaafsma – Associate Visual Effects Supervisor\nAyo Burgess – Visual Effects Supervisor\, MR. X\nStacey Dodge – Visual Effects Producer\nGeoff Hill – Special Effects Supervisor\n\n \n \nImportant info: \n\n**Guests must have their information in the guest ticket\, we do not accept duplicate names to hold spots**\nPlease have your QR Evite ticket on your phone or printed for quick check-in. Tickets must be purchased through Eventbrite\, they will not be available at the door.\nThis event is intended for VES members\, sponsors\, their guests and members of the VFX and Filmmaking community. We reserve the right to remove your ticket and refuse entry if you don’t meet the above rules.\nBy attending this event\, you agree for the potential to be photographed and your photo used in promotional material for VES Toronto.\nPlease cancel your booking if you don’t feel you can make it to the event to open a spot for someone else. Thanks! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-toronto-behind-the-vfx-guillermo-del-toros-frankenstein/ LOCATION:The Royal\, 608 College St.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G1B4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/poster_v05_norecep_noqr.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T142113Z CREATED:20260411T172719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T142113Z UID:10011681-1776970800-1776978000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Washington - Hiring In Games Panel DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of insight into the hiring process for artists in the games industry. Four professional recruiters and hiring managers will be discussing what they look for in candidates and how you can help make yourself stand out. They’ll give recommendations for assembling your portfolio\, making yourself easy to find\, nailing the interview\, and more. Come with your questions and enjoy a night with your fellow artists! \nPanelists: \n\nMatt Collins (Ripple Effect Studios\, Turn 10 Studios\, Microsoft\, Nintendo)\nAmy Madden (2K\, Bungie\, Blizzard\, NCSOFT\, Facebook\, Sledgehammer\, Zynga\, PDI/Dreamworks\, Lucasfilm)\nJoey Sopo (Epic Games\, Bungie\, Roblox\, Cisco Meraki\, Aerotek)\nEric Greenlief (Bungie\, TimeGate\, Double Helix\, Collective\, Realtime Interactive\, Engineering Animation Inc)\n\nThursday Apr 23rd 2026\, 7pm-9pm \nVES Members please RSVP below. Non-members are also welcome\, please RSVP at washington@vesglobal.org \nDigipen\nInstitute Of Technology\n9931 WIllows Road\nRedmond WA \nCome join us in this exciting panel! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/hiring-in-games/ LOCATION:digipen\, 9931 Willows Rd\, Redmond\, 98052\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026_Hiring02a-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T184231Z CREATED:20260408T155644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T184231Z UID:10011675-1776708000-1776713400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:GDC 2026 Recap Roundtable Online DESCRIPTION:                                                                                         \nVES members and guests are welcome to an online forum to hear about highlights and insights from this year’s Game Developers Conference! \nGDC 2026 Recap Roundtable brings our members together with GDC attendees. It’s a chance for everyone to get a look into what went on\, to learn more about trending real-time topics\, and to get a perspective into the game development world. \nMonday\, April 20\, 2026 from 6PM to 7PM (PDT)\nNo RSVP needed\, members can join with the Zoom link below\n(you must be logged in to see the link) \nThe format is a 1-hour-ish informal chat on Zoom\, which will be open to a range of topics and dialogues.\nWe won’t have featured presenters\, but will include invited guests who have been GDC participants\, speakers\, and advisors. \nIn the spirit of the anything-goes nature of an open roundtable\, this session will NOT be recorded. \nBring your curiosities and questions – but if you have a specific topic\, please email the moderator Jeff A. Johnson. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/gdc-2026-recap-roundtable-online/ LOCATION:Maharashtra CATEGORIES:Event,Global/Online,Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T213000 DTSTAMP:20260310T183449Z CREATED:20260310T183449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T183449Z UID:10011643-1774550700-1774560600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Animating Features: Art\, Performance\, Technology in Feature animation and new Tools in the age of AI. DESCRIPTION:We are excited to present a hybrid event on feature animation techniques. We will explore the history of DNEG Animation and discuss what it takes to build an animation pipeline within a VFX studio.In the second part of the event\, we will be joined by two award-winning artists who have embraced generative AI techniques to advance their careers in animation. They will share different approaches and workflows they use to create their short films and commercial projects. \nPlease note that this event is overbooked to account for potential no-shows. Booking a seat does not guarantee entry if you arrive late. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/animating-features-art-performance-technology-in-feature-animation-and-new-tools-in-the-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:160 Great Portland street W1W 5QA\, 160 Great Portland St\, London W1W 5QA\, London\, London\, W1W 5QA CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/feature_animation2_icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="London":MAILTO:info@ves.london END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T123000 DTSTAMP:20260317T175955Z CREATED:20260316T185923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T175955Z UID:10011650-1774522800-1774528200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Event - Budgeting for VFX During Prep Presented by VES & PGA (Online) DESCRIPTION:Budgeting for VFX During Prep Presented by the Producers Guild of America & Visual Effects Society \nThursday\, March 26\, 2026 at 11:00AM (PDT) (VES members must login to RSVP below) \nEarly decisions about VFX are not often approached with the same structure as other departments\, leading to misalignment that can have a major impact on both budget and schedule later in the process. This conversation aims to bridge the gap between production and post by breaking down how communication and workflow between production and VFX teams can be better aligned during prep. \nPanelists will include Producer\, Filmmaker and Senior Visual Effects Executive Arnon Manor; SONG SUNG BLUE Executive Producer Erika Hampson; Visual Effects Producer Maricel Pagulayan; KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON Executive Producer Shea Kammer\, moderated by Line Producer Sharon Lopez. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/event-budgeting-for-vfx-during-prep-presented-by-ves-pga-online/ LOCATION:Maharashtra CATEGORIES:Educational,Event,Global/Online ORGANIZER;CN="VES HQ":MAILTO:info@vesglobal.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260213T055349Z CREATED:20260213T043543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T055349Z UID:10011626-1774083600-1774094400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Georgia (Atlanta) Sweep the Hooch - March 2026 DESCRIPTION:VES Georgia – Sweep the Hooch\nHelp clean up the Chattahoochee River on Saturday\, March 21st\, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM as part of Sweep the Hooch\, an annual cleanup event with sites throughout metro Atlanta and along the river from Helen down to Columbus. \nRegistration opens February 14th. Each person registers individually through the Sweep the Hooch website and can add “VES Georgia” as their group name. We’ll be coordinating preferred sites through Discord and email so VES members can meet up. \nVolunteer as a walker/wader (land-based cleanup in shallow water\, waterproof shoes or boots recommended) or bring your own kayak\, canoe\, or SUP to paddle a 3-5 mile section of river. Kids 10+ can participate with adult supervision. \nEach site has a volunteer cap\, so check the map below for capacity numbers and coordinate your preferred site early to help us cluster together. \nMore details and site information:\nhttps://chattahoochee.org/sweep-the-hooch/\nhttps://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1IHgp55f3Wd779qZmaX6Lk_66tQBeXPs&usp=sharing \nFor site coordination and questions\, join the discussion on the VES Georgia Discord or email Dan Berkowitz URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-georgia-atlanta-sth-march-2026/ LOCATION:Maharashtra CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/VES_GA_SweepTheHooch032126_v01CROP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260320T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260322T170000 DTSTAMP:20260305T222521Z CREATED:20260305T201804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T222521Z UID:10011642-1774031400-1774198800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Industry Dayz - in person - Wellington Animation Film Festival DESCRIPTION:  \n20–22 March | Wellington \nPart of the Wellington Animation Film Festival\, and co-sponsored by your local VES NZ chapter \nWAFF Industry Dayz In Person brings together 27 national and international speakers across two streams: \nVFX & Animation  – IP Creation + Service Work \nLearn from Industry Giants – Covering VFX for live action\, and 2D & 3D animation! \nStart 20 March 6:30PM – Finish 21 March 2:30PM + film festival & optional Sunday workshops \n$60 GA | $30 VES | $20 Students/ Unwaged \nDetails: https://www.vfxg.nz/waff-industry-dayz-in-person \nTickets: https://www.vfxg.nz/event-calendar#!event/2026/3/20/waff-industry-dayz-in-person-event  \nFilm Festival Programme:\nhttps://wellingtonanimationfilmfestival.com/ URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/industry-dayz-in-person-wellington-animation-film-festival/ LOCATION:Miramar Creative Centre\, 133 Park Road\, Miramar Wellington\, 6022\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FINAL-POSTER-INPERSON_v002_edit01.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T210000 DTSTAMP:20260302T210809Z CREATED:20260225T160824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T210809Z UID:10011633-1772560800-1772571600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Lights\, Camera\, Leadership : Women in VFX DESCRIPTION:Join the VES for an inspiring evening celebrating women shaping the future of VFX\, with voices from across disciplines and backgrounds\, in recognition of International Women’s Day. \nDRINKS\, CANAPÉS\, DOOR PRIZES \nDate: March 3\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 – 9:00 PM \nVENUE UPDATE:\n1055 West Georgia\, 36th Floor URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/lights-camera-leadership-women-in-vfx/ LOCATION:1055 West Georgia\, 1055 West Georgia\, Vancouver\, Canada CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260227T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260227T210000 DTSTAMP:20260225T182421Z CREATED:20260225T182116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T182421Z UID:10011634-1772215200-1772226000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:M.D.M.A: Model Making\, Diorama and Miniature Arts - Artist Talk DESCRIPTION:M.D.M.A Artist Talk — Modelmaking\, Diorama & Miniature Arts\n \nFriday 27 February 2026 | Fishcube Gallery\, Wellington \nRead More: https://mdma.co.nz/ \nM.D.M.A Talk Night\, a focused panel discussion exploring the role of modelmaking\, miniatures\, and practical effects in screen production — and how physical craft continues to influence modern VFX and filmmaking. \nHosted alongside the M.D.M.A exhibition (running 20 Feb – 6 Mar)\, the evening combines exhibition viewing\, a moderated panel talk\, and informal networking with industry practitioners. \nTickets are limited. REGISTER HERE \nEvent schedule\n\n6:00pm — Doors open\, exhibition viewing & networking\n7:00pm — Panel discussion\n8:00pm — Networking & exhibition viewing\n\nSpeakers\n\nModerator: Lance Lones — Creative Technologist\nPanelists: Joaquin Loyzaga (Scale Studios\, M.D.M.A Curator)\, Warren Beaton (Special & Practical Effects HOD)\n\nTicket prices\n\n$5 — VES & VFXG members\n$15 — Industry (unwaged) & students\n$20 — Industry (waged)\n\nIf you’re interested in practical craft\, miniature storytelling\, or how physical techniques integrate into contemporary screen workflows\, this session is for you! \nBrought to you by Scale Studios\, Alterspace Entertainment\, VES NZ and the NZ VFX Guild \nTickets are limited. REGISTER HERE URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/m-d-m-a-model-making-diorama-and-miniature-arts-artist-talk/ LOCATION:Fish cube gallery\, 111 Dixon Street\, Wellington\, Region\, 6022\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T220000 DTSTAMP:20260213T114249Z CREATED:20260211T225114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T114249Z UID:10011625-1772046000-1772056800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Washington Winter 2026 Member Outreach Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Feb 25th\, 2026\, 7-10 PMDigipen\, 9931 Willows Rd NE\, Redmond\, WA 98052 \nWe’re calling on all Artists\, Producers\, Coordinators\, and Educators with at least 5 years of experience in Games\, AR\, VR\, Film\, TV\, VFX\, Education\, and related creative industries! \nVES-WA Members are encouraged to attend and invite industry colleagues who are interested in learning more about joining the VES Washington Section. This is a great opportunity for current members to mix and mingle with your peers — and as a bonus\, we will be screening the 24th Annual VES Awards Show Live from Los Angeles. \nThere will be pizza and drinks\, our treat! \nThe Spring Membership application deadline is March 15th. Be sure to bring a guest or two as the event will provide valuable information about the benefits of VES membership. We can even help get their applications started that night! Application can be found here: https://vesglobal.org/membership-application/ \nVES Members\, please RSVP below and include the # of guests you plan on bringing in the RSVP \nIf you’re interested in becoming a member and would like to attend\, please RSVP by emailing washington@vesglobal.org \n  URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-washington-winter-2026-member-outreach-event/ LOCATION:digipen\, 9931 Willows Rd\, Redmond\, 98052\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/02_Membership_Drive_Feb_2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T223000 DTSTAMP:20251216T221408Z CREATED:20251216T212436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T221408Z UID:10011599-1772040600-1772058600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:24th Annual VES Awards Gala (Los Angeles) DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar to join the worldwide visual effects community for the must-attend event of the year! \n24th Annual VES Awards\nWednesday\, February 25\, 2026 at 5:30PM (Individual tickets will go on sale in late January)\nThe Beverly Hilton\n9876 Wilshire Blvd\, Beverly Hills\, CA 90210\n(Please either use rideshare or follow forthcoming instructions for parking shuttle) \nLivestream tickets will also go on sale in February\, so stay tuned. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/24th-annual-ves-awards-gala-los-angeles/ LOCATION:The Beverly Hilton Hotel\, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90210\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/24th-logo-w-black-bg.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VES HQ":MAILTO:info@vesglobal.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T220000 DTSTAMP:20260213T043533Z CREATED:20260118T213023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T043533Z UID:10011607-1771959600-1771970400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Georgia (Atlanta) Membership Event DESCRIPTION:Kick Off the Year & See What VES Is About!\n  \nPlease check your email for an RSVP link or login and use the link at the bottom of this post.\nIf you are not a member and would like to attend\, please reach out to an existing member for the RSVP link \nPlease join your fellow VES Georgia members and industry peers for another exciting VES membership event. This is an open invite to the Atlanta VFX\, animation\, and gaming industry. All are welcome to attend. There will be food\, drinks\, and of course a great way to network and spend time with your fellow industry peers. Come hang out and see what VES is all about. \n📅 Tuesday\, February 24th 📅\n⏰ 7pm – 10pm ⏰\n📍 Company 3 📍\n3399 Peachtree Rd NE #200\nAtlanta\, GA 30326 \nSpecial thanks to sponsor Company 3 for hosting us at their space!\n \nParking Details\n\nPark in the employee lot on the left side. You will go through an arm gate to enter. \nPlease direct any questions to georgia@vesglobal.org URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-georgia-atlanta-membership-event-5/ LOCATION:Company 3\, 3399 Peachtree Rd NE #200\, Atlanta\, \, \, GA 30326\, 30326\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/VES_GA_MembershipEvent0226_v01CROP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260210T191050Z CREATED:20260206T004510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T191050Z UID:10011620-1771686000-1771693200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Texas Section Outreach Event - Texas A&M Virtual Production tour DESCRIPTION:Texas A&M Virtual Production Institute Tour\nJoin us for a VES Texas Section Outreach event as we tour the Texas A&M Virtual Production studios and see all of the new and innovative things that Texas A&M is providing the next generation of virtual production crews and artists.\nThe Virtual Production Institute is the nation’s first of its kind that will comprehensively integrate real-world scenarios and the latest in extended reality technology to advance problem-solving and support workforce development across industries.\nYou can learn more about the institute here:\nVirtual Production Institute | Texas A&M University \nWHEN: Saturday\, February 21st\, 2026\, 3:00-5:00 p.m.\nWHERE: 329 S. Main St.\, Suite 101\, Fort Worth\, TX 76104 \nAfterwards\, we’ll walk over to Panther City BBQ! Since this is an Outreach event\, please invite anyone you know who qualifies you think would be a good candidate for membership in the Visual Effects Society.\n  \n  URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-texas-section-outreach-event-texas-am-virtual-production-tour/ LOCATION:Red Productions\, LLC\, 329 S. Main Street\, Suite 101\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76104\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational,Event,Happy Hour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AM-Tour.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260213T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260213T210000 DTSTAMP:20260204T194258Z CREATED:20260128T065646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194258Z UID:10011615-1771007400-1771016400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES NZ Fall 2026 Membership Drive DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the VES NZ Fall 2026 Membership Drive!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready to connect\, have fun\, and grow your network at our in-person event this fall. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the scene\, the VES NZ Membership Drive is your chance to meet like-minded folks\, share ideas\, and celebrate our amazing community. \nAnd to sweeten the pot\, we’re having another famous-if-I-say-it-is famous VES quiz! It will be scary movie themed for Friday the 13th… Enter the quiz and win a prize! \nDon’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to be part of something special. See you there! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-nz-friday-13th-social-membership-drive-no-jump-scares/ LOCATION:Double Vision Brewing\, 128A Unit E Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington\, 6022\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Event,Pub Night END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR