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	VFX ARTIST AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR SIMON MOWBRAY JOINS NTROPIC - 11/09/09 San Francisco & Los Angeles, CA - (November 9, 2009) -- Visual effects company Ntropic is excited to announce that Creative Director/VFX Supervisor Simon Mowbray has joined the company. Formerly the co-founder of Radium, Mowbray freelanced at Ntropic on projects for Sprint, Coinstar and Oracle before making it his official home."I am excited to bring existing and new clients to Ntropic to experience the great atmosphere and culture here," says Mowbray. "Any project that comes here is handled by an extremely dedicated, senior team dedicated to quality and client service."Mowbray began his career in 1987 in Sydney, working at several pioneering CG and design studios in the early days of C... Read Full Story
	VOLT STUDIOS UPS CREATIVE INTENSITY WITH ADDITION OF RANDY GACKSTETTER - 11/02/09 Minneapolis, MN - (November 2nd, 2009) -- Leading visual effects supervisor and digital artist Randy Gackstetter has joined VOLT Studios. Gackstetter brings a high-end design sensibility and expansive visual effects experience to VOLT Studios, expanding the company's core creative offerings."I was well into my search for the right Creative Director/Flame Artist when I decided to call Randy. I knew it was a long-shot as he was well established in the market, but I told him that I wasn't going to leave any stone unturned," recalls Steve Medin, VOLT Studios' Co-Founder. "We had coffee one day, and we didn't stop talking until he came onboard. Turns out, he was the perfect guy all along.""Ran... Read Full Story
	ENGINE ROOM SIGNS PETER WARE AS BUSINESS CONSULTANT - 10/06/09 Hollywood, CA - (October 6, 2009) -- Visual effects and design company Engine Room has tapped consultant Peter Ware of Warecrest Entertainment to offer strategic guidance and boost brand awareness for the boutique company. Ware brings extensive experience as a visual effects producer and former president of Stargate Digital to his role at Engine Room. His latest credit was that of Visual Effects Producer/Supervisor on Warner Premier's "Scooby Doo: The Mystery Begins.""Engine Room is Hollywood's best kept secret and I intend to change all of that," says Ware. "They have amazing talent and provide exceptional service to clients, not to mention beautifully executed effects and design for fe... Read Full Story
	ZOIC’S ANDREW ORLOFF FEATURED SPEAKER AT motion09 - 09/29/09 Los Angeles, CA – (Wednesday, September 30, 2009) -- At this year’s motion09 (www.motionconference.com) held October 11-14, 2009, Zoic Studios’ Executive Creative Director/VFX Supervisor Andrew Orloff will present “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants.” An entertaining examination of present-day creative and past inspiration, “Giants” is part of a weekend-long event that unites professionals and students from the design and effects community. Emmy-nominated for his work on JJ Abrams “Fringe” (for which he also earned a 2009 VES award), "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles” and "Jericho", Andrew Orloff’s television credits also include HBO’s “True Blood,” “CSI: Crime Scene Investigati... Read Full Story
	Bitfilm Award Show in Tel Aviv - 09/29/09 The 10th International Bitfilm Festival for Digital Film will reach its climax on October 1st when the award ceremony will take place at the Cinematheque Tel Aviv.For six weeks internet users from all over world could vote for the 66 nominated films which competed for a total prize money of 10,000 Euros and the Bitfilm robot trophies. Bitfilm's director Aaron Koenig will disclose the winners in a public award show in Israel's economic and cultural metropolis. The show will start at 9 pm. If you want to register, please send an e-mail to awardshow@bitfilm.com.The 5 most popular films from each of the four competiton categories will be screened. A Balkan Jazz trio will accompany the show wi... Read Full Story
	DJ Hauck Joins VICON House of Moves as Technical Supervisor - 09/01/09 Mocap Pioneer Spearheads Pipeline DevelopmentVICON, developer of Academy Award(r)-winning motion capture systems, announced today that DJ Hauck has signed on as Technical Supervisor at the company's Los Angeles motion capture studio, VICON House of Moves. Hauck has had a long career in motion capture that includes innovative pipeline development solutions for such features as "Beowulf," "Monster House" and "The Polar Express.""DJ brings a vast wealth of knowledge about mocap workflows to House of Moves, and we couldn't be more ecstatic about his return," said Brian Rausch, Vice-President of Production, VICON House of Moves. "He'll have the same title, but it's a very different po... Read Full Story
	The Making of "9" and The Art of "9" Sept 5th - 08/27/09 Join Gnomon School of Visual Effects and the VES for an evening of "9" events, the new animated feature film directed by Gnomon’s current Resident Artist Shane Acker. Sit in for The Making of "9" event at 6:00, then The Art of "9" gallery opening at Gnomon Gallery at 8:00. 6:00 pm - 6:30 pmMeet and Greet 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmThe Making of "9" at Gnomon School of Visual Effects With Shane Acker (Director) and Joe Ksander (Animation Director) This exclusive event will focus on the behind the scenes making of "9". The presentation will go over how the feature was created with incredible efficiency, as well as the design constraints the team had and how that affected their appr... Read Full Story
	Shane Acker, Director from the Upcoming Feature Film "9" Joins Gnomon Staff - 08/20/09 Shane Acker, Director from the Upcoming Feature Film "9" Joins Gnomon Staff Famed Director and Artist, Acker Joins Gnomon School of Visual Effects as Newest "Artist in Residence." HOLLYWOOD, CA August 12, 2009 The Gnomon School of Visual Effects is proud to announce the addition of Shane Acker, who is joining the staff as the newest Resident Artist. Mr. Acker is widely known for his Academy Award nomination in 2006 (in the Best Animated Short Film category) for writing, directing and animating the 11-minute short film 9. 9 garnered Acker critical acclaim around the globe, screening at over a dozen film festivals and picking up several awards along the wa... Read Full Story
	MCMANUS & MACDONALD LAUNCH KILT; NEW VFX/DIGITAL STUDIO COMPLETES PREMIERE PROJECT FOR 2K SPORTS - 07/21/09 Los Angeles, CA - (July 20, 2009) - Managing Director/Producer Matthew McManus and Creative Director/Flame Artist Andrew MacDonald -- award-winning talents and long-time collaborators -- have joined forces to launch KILT. A digital studio with a focus on visual effects and postproduction, the new company is positioned well for the changing production landscape and new economy.Additionally, KILT has just finished its premiere project; a commercial for 2K Sports which launched earlier this month. To view the new commercial and KILT's company reel, go to: www.kiltstudios.comAccording to McManus, the company philosophy is "rooted in the belief that a small, flexible highly-talented,... Read Full Story
	Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09 Flying – or modern day travel via air – evokes a variety of images but certainly rarely as beautiful or sublime as what unfolds in the new Swiss Air film directed by Marc Forster (“Quantum of Solace,” “Finding Neverland,” “Monster’s Ball”). To help orchestrate and unite the myriad of elements involved, Forster turned to Cut + Run Editor Jay Nelson who worked hand-in-hand with the director and the effects production company MK12 on the project. Nelson, who has significant experience working with voice over, was charged with cutting the project and recording Marc’s voice over for the script penned by the director. “We ... Read Full Story
	PARRY STUDIOS Announces its latest 3D Short Film - 07/01/09 Melbourne, Australia June 30, 2009 Parry Animation Studios, founded by Jack Parry and Marianna Parry, in association with Screen Australia has released its latest CG-animated short, Calypso. The film is the result of the collaboration between Parry Studios and the multi-award winning Australian Animation/Director/Producer Sarah Watt, one of Australia's most celebrated animators. Calypso, which is Directed by Jack Parry, and Produced by Marianna Parry is the story of an old man's escape from dying. In the not-so-distant future our elderly are left to be cared for by machines. George, an abandoned, terminally ill man, has been left to end his... Read Full Story
	PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09 Los Angeles, CA – (June 4, 2009) -- Zoic Studios confirmed today that it is welcoming visual effects luminary Syd Dutton to help helm the company’s digital matte painting and feature film endeavors. Zoic Studios’ relationship with Syd began during Zoic’s filming of the feature film Serenity and the founders of Zoic have always been fans of Syd and his incredible body of work. “Zoic is very fortunate to have this opportunity,” says Zoic CEO/Creative Director Chris Jones. “Syd is a wonderful artist who also loves to share his talents with those around him. As a mentor he will be able to bring classic ideas and techniques to a whole new guard of vis... Read Full Story

	Shane Acker, Director from the Upcoming Feature Film "9" Joins Gnomon Staff - 08/20/09 Shane Acker, Director from the Upcoming Feature Film "9" Joins Gnomon Staff Famed Director and Artist, Acker Joins Gnomon School of Visual Effects as Newest "Artist in Residence." HOLLYWOOD, CA August 12, 2009 The Gnomon School of Visual Effects is proud to announce the addition of Shane Acker, who is joining the staff as the newest Resident Artist. Mr. Acker is widely known for his Academy Award nomination in 2006 (in the Best Animated Short Film category) for writing, directing and animating the 11-minute short film 9. 9 garnered Acker critical acclaim around the globe, screening at over a dozen film festivals and picking up several awards along the wa... Read Full Story
	Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09 Flying – or modern day travel via air – evokes a variety of images but certainly rarely as beautiful or sublime as what unfolds in the new Swiss Air film directed by Marc Forster (“Quantum of Solace,” “Finding Neverland,” “Monster’s Ball”). To help orchestrate and unite the myriad of elements involved, Forster turned to Cut + Run Editor Jay Nelson who worked hand-in-hand with the director and the effects production company MK12 on the project. Nelson, who has significant experience working with voice over, was charged with cutting the project and recording Marc’s voice over for the script penned by the director. “We ... Read Full Story
	PARRY STUDIOS Announces its latest 3D Short Film - 07/01/09 Melbourne, Australia June 30, 2009 Parry Animation Studios, founded by Jack Parry and Marianna Parry, in association with Screen Australia has released its latest CG-animated short, Calypso. The film is the result of the collaboration between Parry Studios and the multi-award winning Australian Animation/Director/Producer Sarah Watt, one of Australia's most celebrated animators. Calypso, which is Directed by Jack Parry, and Produced by Marianna Parry is the story of an old man's escape from dying. In the not-so-distant future our elderly are left to be cared for by machines. George, an abandoned, terminally ill man, has been left to end his... Read Full Story
	PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09 Los Angeles, CA – (June 4, 2009) -- Zoic Studios confirmed today that it is welcoming visual effects luminary Syd Dutton to help helm the company’s digital matte painting and feature film endeavors. Zoic Studios’ relationship with Syd began during Zoic’s filming of the feature film Serenity and the founders of Zoic have always been fans of Syd and his incredible body of work. “Zoic is very fortunate to have this opportunity,” says Zoic CEO/Creative Director Chris Jones. “Syd is a wonderful artist who also loves to share his talents with those around him. As a mentor he will be able to bring classic ideas and techniques to a whole new guard of vis... Read Full Story
	OPEN EFFECTS ASSOCIATION FORMED AT NAB 2009 - 05/29/09 - Promoting Open Standards for Visual Effects -Seven companies joined forces at NAB last month to launch The Open Effects Association. This non-profit, UK-based company aims to develop and promote open standards across the visual effects community. Founding members are Assimilate, Autodesk, Digieffects, FilmLight, The Foundry, GenArts and RE:Vision Effects. These companies have helped artists create ground-breaking VFX shots on just about everything that hits cinema screens. The Associations initial focus is to improve the OFX image processing plug-in standard launched by The Foundry in 2004. The goal for the OpenFX API is to reduce the level of development and support r... Read Full Story
	Siggraph 2009 NOLA Call for Submissions - 05/26/09 Autodesk SIGGRAPH 2009 Show Reel Call for Submissions SIGGRAPH is just around the corner and Autodesk is seeking fresh and exciting new work for its Best of the Best Animation Show Reel, which will be showcased during SIGGRAPH 2009 in New Orleans, LA from August 4-6. Anything from video game cinematics, short films, feature films, commercials, broadcast design, music videos, or episodic projects created with 3ds Max, Maya, Softimage, MotionBuilder, Toxik or Mudbox is welcome. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to show off your work. The reel will be featured in Autodesk's booth, on the exhibition floor and streamed live from the AREA. &nb... Read Full Story
	COMPANY X & DETOX CREATE LUSH ANIMATED VIDEO FOR NAT KING COLE - 04/15/09 Visually Compelling Teaser Is Part Of Launch For RE: GENERATIONS, Remix Album Of Nat King Cole Tracks New York, NY – (April 9, 2009) -- EMI Records recently tapped Company X to produce a promotional music video for RE: GENERATIONS, a remix album featuring modern interpretations of jazz legend Nat King Cole’s indelible work. Performing alongside Cole’s virtual croon, the album features a diverse cast of artists including daughter Natalie Cole, will.i.am, Bebel Gilberto, Stephen and Damien Marley, The Roots, and TV on the Radio, among others. Company X and its production arm, Detox, directed, edited and animated the video, which includes 2D stop-motion, 3D and After Effe... Read Full Story
	Broquard Studio helps execute punched up show packages for HBO's Boxing After Dark, World Championship Boxing and Pay-Per-View - 04/05/09 Broquard Studio helps execute punched up show packages for HBO's Boxing After Dark, World Championship Boxing and Pay-Per-ViewBroquard Studio was called in to help Digital Kitchen with a slick and exciting new rebranding of HBO's premiere boxing franchises.With a triple-punch combo of shows to develop creative for, NYC based boutique Broquard Studio needed to bring all of it's expertise in 2D/3D design, animation and compositing to the project."The HBO Sports brand and the boxing packages in particular are the ultimate sports package to work on from a design and motion graphics perspective" says Jacques Broquard, Director of Broquard Studio. Said Broquard, "It was important... Read Full Story
	Top names in animation convene on fmx/09 in Stuttgart from May 05 through 08 - 03/21/09 Top names in animation convene on fmx/09 in Stuttgart from May 05 through 08 Stuttgart / Ludwigsburg, February 2009. The digital community gathers at fmx/09 14th International Conference on Animation, Effects, Games and Digital Media at the Haus der Wirtschaft in Stuttgart. With only 3 months remaining, much of the preparations have been completed and we can say for sure: fmx/09 will be a meeting of the top guns from the industry, with leading executives participating in large numbers. fmx/conference: chock full of feature appearances Presentations and series in fmx/conference reflect upon and reveal developments within the world of digital imagery aestheti... Read Full Story
	Academy of Art University Grads Land Jobs at Pixar, Blizzard, ILM & More - 03/12/09 Academy of Art University Grads Land Jobs at Pixar, Blizzard, ILM & MoreGraduates of Academy of Art Universitys School of Animation and Visual Effects are snagging jobs at top film and game studios, including Pixar, Industrial Light & Magic, DreamWorks and Blizzard. Located in San Francisco with several premiere studios at its doorstep, the animation school blends precise technique, digital expertise and real world experience to ensure that students are prepared for their dream careers. The animation school offers AA, BFA and MFA degrees. Students can take classes in San Francisco, through the online animation program or, for the greatest flexibility,... Read Full Story
	Red Stick Animation Festival April 22-29 - 03/12/09 Red Stick Animation Festival Artists draw and paint with computers, and scientists convey their complex theories in color and motion. The 2009 Red Stick International Animation Festival highlights this convergence celebrating art, motion, and exploration in downtown Baton Rouge April 22-25, 2009. The movement toward convergence highlights not only the new set of technical skills that artists employ, but likewise the artistic vision that scientists are embracing. The worlds of the artist and scientist are folding in on one another, and Baton Rouge is at a unique moment in time to embrace this sea of change, further it, and make it our own. The Laboratory for Creative Arts & ... Read Full Story
	NEW DEAL STUDIOS STUNNING MINIATURE EFFECTS HEAT UP THE ACTION IN - 03/11/09 Marina Del Rey, CA – (March 9, 2009) – The much-anticipated release of Watchmen features high-tech mechanical and pyrotechnic effects created by New Deal Studios (NDS). The award-winning effects team at New Deal engineered a water tower to collapse onto a burning miniature tenement rooftop, spilling water onto the fire and allowing a split second window for the superheroes to save the day. A team of 60 artists from design, fabrication, effects photography, and digital combined their artistry to orchestrate the thrilling fire effects and bring the whole sequence to life. According to Ian Hunter, NDS Co-Founder/Visual Effects Supervisor, this sequence required exact... Read Full Story

	Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09 Flying – or modern day travel via air – evokes a variety of images but certainly rarely as beautiful or sublime as what unfolds in the new Swiss Air film directed by Marc Forster (“Quantum of Solace,” “Finding Neverland,” “Monster’s Ball”). To help orchestrate and unite the myriad of elements involved, Forster turned to Cut + Run Editor Jay Nelson who worked hand-in-hand with the director and the effects production company MK12 on the project. Nelson, who has significant experience working with voice over, was charged with cutting the project and recording Marc’s voice over for the script penned by the director. “We ... Read Full Story
	PARRY STUDIOS Announces its latest 3D Short Film - 07/01/09 Melbourne, Australia June 30, 2009 Parry Animation Studios, founded by Jack Parry and Marianna Parry, in association with Screen Australia has released its latest CG-animated short, Calypso. The film is the result of the collaboration between Parry Studios and the multi-award winning Australian Animation/Director/Producer Sarah Watt, one of Australia's most celebrated animators. Calypso, which is Directed by Jack Parry, and Produced by Marianna Parry is the story of an old man's escape from dying. In the not-so-distant future our elderly are left to be cared for by machines. George, an abandoned, terminally ill man, has been left to end his... Read Full Story
	PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09 Los Angeles, CA – (June 4, 2009) -- Zoic Studios confirmed today that it is welcoming visual effects luminary Syd Dutton to help helm the company’s digital matte painting and feature film endeavors. Zoic Studios’ relationship with Syd began during Zoic’s filming of the feature film Serenity and the founders of Zoic have always been fans of Syd and his incredible body of work. “Zoic is very fortunate to have this opportunity,” says Zoic CEO/Creative Director Chris Jones. “Syd is a wonderful artist who also loves to share his talents with those around him. As a mentor he will be able to bring classic ideas and techniques to a whole new guard of vis... Read Full Story
	Siggraph 2009 NOLA Call for Submissions - 05/26/09 Autodesk SIGGRAPH 2009 Show Reel Call for Submissions SIGGRAPH is just around the corner and Autodesk is seeking fresh and exciting new work for its Best of the Best Animation Show Reel, which will be showcased during SIGGRAPH 2009 in New Orleans, LA from August 4-6. Anything from video game cinematics, short films, feature films, commercials, broadcast design, music videos, or episodic projects created with 3ds Max, Maya, Softimage, MotionBuilder, Toxik or Mudbox is welcome. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to show off your work. The reel will be featured in Autodesk's booth, on the exhibition floor and streamed live from the AREA. &nb... Read Full Story
	COMPANY X & DETOX CREATE LUSH ANIMATED VIDEO FOR NAT KING COLE - 04/15/09 Visually Compelling Teaser Is Part Of Launch For RE: GENERATIONS, Remix Album Of Nat King Cole Tracks New York, NY – (April 9, 2009) -- EMI Records recently tapped Company X to produce a promotional music video for RE: GENERATIONS, a remix album featuring modern interpretations of jazz legend Nat King Cole’s indelible work. Performing alongside Cole’s virtual croon, the album features a diverse cast of artists including daughter Natalie Cole, will.i.am, Bebel Gilberto, Stephen and Damien Marley, The Roots, and TV on the Radio, among others. Company X and its production arm, Detox, directed, edited and animated the video, which includes 2D stop-motion, 3D and After Effe... Read Full Story
	NEW DEAL STUDIOS STUNNING MINIATURE EFFECTS HEAT UP THE ACTION IN - 03/11/09 Marina Del Rey, CA – (March 9, 2009) – The much-anticipated release of Watchmen features high-tech mechanical and pyrotechnic effects created by New Deal Studios (NDS). The award-winning effects team at New Deal engineered a water tower to collapse onto a burning miniature tenement rooftop, spilling water onto the fire and allowing a split second window for the superheroes to save the day. A team of 60 artists from design, fabrication, effects photography, and digital combined their artistry to orchestrate the thrilling fire effects and bring the whole sequence to life. According to Ian Hunter, NDS Co-Founder/Visual Effects Supervisor, this sequence required exact... Read Full Story
	NEW DEAL STUDIOS RECEIVES TWO VISUAL EFFECTS SOCIETY AWARD NOMINATIONS - 02/12/09 Marina Del Rey, CA (February 11, 2009) New Deal Studios has received two award nominations from the prestigious Visual Effects Society (VES). This 21st century studio has once again received acknowledgment from their peers for their outstanding miniature effects artistry within the feature film and commercial worlds. Nods came for their work in the box office record breaker, The Dark Knight and a fast-paced commercial for New Balance athletic shoes, Anthem. The award winners will be announced at the VES Awards Dinner held on February 21, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles. New Deal Studios VES award nominations include: Outstandi... Read Full Story
	SIGGRAPH Asia 2008 - 11/17/08 For Immediate Release First SIGGRAPH Asia sees significant participation from the regions talents Half of entries at Computer Animation Festival as well as those showcased in the Art Gallery are from Asia Singapore, 10 November 2008 Recognizing Asias rising importance in the computer graphics and digital media industries, the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) is bringing the highly regarded SIGGRAPH Conference and Exhibition on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques to the region this year the first time an Asian version of the SIGGRAPH Conference is to be held in its 34-year history. The inaugural SIGGRAPH Asia 2008 will be held from December 10th... Read Full Story
	Oscar Winning Makeup Effects Artist Rick Baker Tutorials - 02/19/08 OSCAR AWARD-WINNING SPECIAL MAKEUP EFFECTS ARTIST RICK BAKER JOINS GNOMONOLOGY.COM WITH TWO NEW TUTORIALS February 19, 2008 Hollywood, CA - Gnomonology is very pleased to announce two new on-line tutorials by Oscar Award-Winning Special Makeup Effects Artist Rick Baker. These two timelapse demonstrations represent an amazing opportunity to watch a master sculptor at work. African Woman - This demonstration is a four hour timelapse of the entire making of the African Woman by Rick Baker. There is no audio. Rick begins with a simple humanoid torso basemesh from which he sculpts the woman. The final result consists of several subtools that originate from mesh ... Read Full Story
	VES Awards Winners Announced - 02/13/08 Los Angeles, February 11, 2008 The VES Awards were given out last night during the Visual Effects Societys (VES) sixth annual gala event at the Kodak Theatre Grand Ballroom in Hollywood. The sold-out event attracted more than a thousand visual effects and animation artists, dozens of nominees and members of the film, television, commercial and video game industries. During the evening, filmmaker Steven Spielberg received the VES Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his contribution to the art and science of visual effects.The work we celebrated tonight is a testament to the crucial role the talent, knowledge and experience visual effects artists play in the storytelling process. ... Read Full Story
	Visual Effects Society announces Nominees for the VES AWARDS - 01/08/08 The Visual Effects Society (VES) today announced the nominees for the 6th Annual VES Awards ceremony recognizing outstanding visual effects in over a dozen categories of film, television, commercials and video games. Nominees were chosen Saturday, January 5, 2008 by numerous panels of VES members who viewed submissions at the FotoKem screening facilities in Burbank.We received hundreds of submissions from around the world and we are proud to present nominees that push the boundaries of how visual effects can enhance the storytelling process, says Jeff Okun, VES Chair. Looking at the level of complexity and creativity of this years nominees, it is clear that the VES is the single... Read Full Story
	ELEXIS STEARN PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE PRODUCER AT ZOIC STUDIOS - 10/09/07 Award-winning visual effects company Zoic Studios announced today that Elexis Stearn has been promoted to Executive Producer from Head of Sales for commercials. Stearn has been with the company since its inception five years ago, and has worked closely with Co-Founder Steve (Scof) Schofield to shape the companys successful commercial division. I learned the commercial business with Scof and Zoic, so this promotion is an honor from my family, explains Elexis. Visual effects continues to be an ever-larger part of the creative process, and Zoic is positioned to push developments and techniques so that stories are told in the best way possible. I am excited to be a part of this movement... Read Full Story

	Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09 Flying – or modern day travel via air – evokes a variety of images but certainly rarely as beautiful or sublime as what unfolds in the new Swiss Air film directed by Marc Forster (“Quantum of Solace,” “Finding Neverland,” “Monster’s Ball”). To help orchestrate and unite the myriad of elements involved, Forster turned to Cut + Run Editor Jay Nelson who worked hand-in-hand with the director and the effects production company MK12 on the project. Nelson, who has significant experience working with voice over, was charged with cutting the project and recording Marc’s voice over for the script penned by the director. “We ... Read Full Story
	PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09 Los Angeles, CA – (June 4, 2009) -- Zoic Studios confirmed today that it is welcoming visual effects luminary Syd Dutton to help helm the company’s digital matte painting and feature film endeavors. Zoic Studios’ relationship with Syd began during Zoic’s filming of the feature film Serenity and the founders of Zoic have always been fans of Syd and his incredible body of work. “Zoic is very fortunate to have this opportunity,” says Zoic CEO/Creative Director Chris Jones. “Syd is a wonderful artist who also loves to share his talents with those around him. As a mentor he will be able to bring classic ideas and techniques to a whole new guard of vis... Read Full Story
	Siggraph 2009 NOLA Call for Submissions - 05/26/09 Autodesk SIGGRAPH 2009 Show Reel Call for Submissions SIGGRAPH is just around the corner and Autodesk is seeking fresh and exciting new work for its Best of the Best Animation Show Reel, which will be showcased during SIGGRAPH 2009 in New Orleans, LA from August 4-6. Anything from video game cinematics, short films, feature films, commercials, broadcast design, music videos, or episodic projects created with 3ds Max, Maya, Softimage, MotionBuilder, Toxik or Mudbox is welcome. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to show off your work. The reel will be featured in Autodesk's booth, on the exhibition floor and streamed live from the AREA. &nb... Read Full Story
	COMPANY X & DETOX CREATE LUSH ANIMATED VIDEO FOR NAT KING COLE - 04/15/09 Visually Compelling Teaser Is Part Of Launch For RE: GENERATIONS, Remix Album Of Nat King Cole Tracks New York, NY – (April 9, 2009) -- EMI Records recently tapped Company X to produce a promotional music video for RE: GENERATIONS, a remix album featuring modern interpretations of jazz legend Nat King Cole’s indelible work. Performing alongside Cole’s virtual croon, the album features a diverse cast of artists including daughter Natalie Cole, will.i.am, Bebel Gilberto, Stephen and Damien Marley, The Roots, and TV on the Radio, among others. Company X and its production arm, Detox, directed, edited and animated the video, which includes 2D stop-motion, 3D and After Effe... Read Full Story
	NEW DEAL STUDIOS STUNNING MINIATURE EFFECTS HEAT UP THE ACTION IN - 03/11/09 Marina Del Rey, CA – (March 9, 2009) – The much-anticipated release of Watchmen features high-tech mechanical and pyrotechnic effects created by New Deal Studios (NDS). The award-winning effects team at New Deal engineered a water tower to collapse onto a burning miniature tenement rooftop, spilling water onto the fire and allowing a split second window for the superheroes to save the day. A team of 60 artists from design, fabrication, effects photography, and digital combined their artistry to orchestrate the thrilling fire effects and bring the whole sequence to life. According to Ian Hunter, NDS Co-Founder/Visual Effects Supervisor, this sequence required exact... Read Full Story
	NEW DEAL STUDIOS RECEIVES TWO VISUAL EFFECTS SOCIETY AWARD NOMINATIONS - 02/12/09 Marina Del Rey, CA (February 11, 2009) New Deal Studios has received two award nominations from the prestigious Visual Effects Society (VES). This 21st century studio has once again received acknowledgment from their peers for their outstanding miniature effects artistry within the feature film and commercial worlds. Nods came for their work in the box office record breaker, The Dark Knight and a fast-paced commercial for New Balance athletic shoes, Anthem. The award winners will be announced at the VES Awards Dinner held on February 21, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles. New Deal Studios VES award nominations include: Outstandi... Read Full Story
	IMAGINARY FORCES DIRECTOR OF EXPERIENCE DESIGN TALI KRAKOWSKY TO PARTICIPATE IN SYMPOSIUM ON DESIGN PROCESS INNOVATION - 12/01/08 On Saturday, December 6th, Imaginary Forces Director of Experience Design Tali Krakowsky will be participating in a panel as part of the Symposium on Design Process Innovation, taking place at the Architecture + Design Museum of Los Angeles, CA. Created by Gensler Architects, the one-day symposium will bring together experts from a variety of design disciplines to analyze trends, share ideas, and look at the future of design process. Krakowsky will introduce the multi-disciplinary approach to the emerging practice of Experience Design, and participate in a moderated discussion on process and innovation alongside a diverse panel of notable design visionaries including Matthew Melnyk (Buro ... Read Full Story
	SIGGRAPH Asia 2008 - 11/17/08 For Immediate Release First SIGGRAPH Asia sees significant participation from the regions talents Half of entries at Computer Animation Festival as well as those showcased in the Art Gallery are from Asia Singapore, 10 November 2008 Recognizing Asias rising importance in the computer graphics and digital media industries, the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) is bringing the highly regarded SIGGRAPH Conference and Exhibition on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques to the region this year the first time an Asian version of the SIGGRAPH Conference is to be held in its 34-year history. The inaugural SIGGRAPH Asia 2008 will be held from December 10th... Read Full Story
	Two day Animation Master Class with Pixar's Andrew Gordon organised by Escape Studios in London - 06/12/08 Have you ever wished you could gain inside knowledge of how Pixar animators work, and how they create animation of such quality? Escape Studios are thrilled to announce a 2 day animation workshop presented by Andrew Gordon, who is currently Supervising Animator on Pixar's new short film "Presto" at Pixar Animation Studios.During the two days Andrew will cover all aspects of character animation craft in extraordinary detail. Hell review the basic principles, staging and pose design as well as advanced techniques for gestures, face and hand animation. Hell also be demonstrating the high-level polishing techniques used to lift a shot from being good, to being great.Andrew ... Read Full Story
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SIGGRAPH Asia 2008 - 11/17/08

Oscar Winning Makeup Effects Artist Rick Baker Tutorials - 02/19/08

VES Awards Winners Announced - 02/13/08

Visual Effects Society announces Nominees for the VES AWARDS - 01/08/08

ELEXIS STEARN PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE PRODUCER AT ZOIC STUDIOS - 10/09/07

Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09

PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09

Siggraph 2009 NOLA Call for Submissions - 05/26/09

COMPANY X & DETOX CREATE LUSH ANIMATED VIDEO FOR NAT KING COLE - 04/15/09

NEW DEAL STUDIOS STUNNING MINIATURE EFFECTS HEAT UP THE ACTION IN - 03/11/09

NEW DEAL STUDIOS RECEIVES TWO VISUAL EFFECTS SOCIETY AWARD NOMINATIONS - 02/12/09

IMAGINARY FORCES DIRECTOR OF EXPERIENCE DESIGN TALI KRAKOWSKY TO PARTICIPATE IN SYMPOSIUM ON DESIGN PROCESS INNOVATION - 12/01/08

SIGGRAPH Asia 2008 - 11/17/08

Two day Animation Master Class with Pixar's Andrew Gordon organised by Escape Studios in London - 06/12/08

IMAGINARY FORCES DIRECTOR OF EXPERIENCE DESIGN TALIKRAKOWSKY TO SPEAK AT FLASHBELT CONFERENCE 2008 - 05/16/08

VES Awards Winners Announced - 02/13/08

Visual Effects Society announces Nominees for the VES AWARDS - 01/08/08

Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09

PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09

Siggraph 2009 NOLA Call for Submissions - 05/26/09

COMPANY X & DETOX CREATE LUSH ANIMATED VIDEO FOR NAT KING COLE - 04/15/09

Broquard Studio helps execute punched up show packages for HBO's Boxing After Dark, World Championship Boxing and Pay-Per-View - 04/05/09

NEW DEAL STUDIOS STUNNING MINIATURE EFFECTS HEAT UP THE ACTION IN - 03/11/09

NEW DEAL STUDIOS RECEIVES TWO VISUAL EFFECTS SOCIETY AWARD NOMINATIONS - 02/12/09

IMAGINARY FORCES DIRECTOR OF EXPERIENCE DESIGN TALI KRAKOWSKY TO PARTICIPATE IN SYMPOSIUM ON DESIGN PROCESS INNOVATION - 12/01/08

SIGGRAPH Asia 2008 - 11/17/08

IMAGINARY FORCES DIRECTOR OF EXPERIENCE DESIGN TALIKRAKOWSKY TO SPEAK AT FLASHBELT CONFERENCE 2008 - 05/16/08

VES Awards Winners Announced - 02/13/08

Visual Effects Society announces Nominees for the VES AWARDS - 01/08/08

Shane Acker, Director from the Upcoming Feature Film "9" Joins Gnomon Staff - 08/20/09

Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09

PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09

Siggraph 2009 NOLA Call for Submissions - 05/26/09

COMPANY X & DETOX CREATE LUSH ANIMATED VIDEO FOR NAT KING COLE - 04/15/09

Broquard Studio helps execute punched up show packages for HBO's Boxing After Dark, World Championship Boxing and Pay-Per-View - 04/05/09

Top names in animation convene on fmx/09 in Stuttgart from May 05 through 08 - 03/21/09

Academy of Art University Grads Land Jobs at Pixar, Blizzard, ILM & More - 03/12/09

Red Stick Animation Festival April 22-29 - 03/12/09

NEW DEAL STUDIOS STUNNING MINIATURE EFFECTS HEAT UP THE ACTION IN - 03/11/09

2009 RED STICK International Animation Festival - 03/03/09

Christian Lorenz Scheurer at Gnomon Gallery Dec. 5th - 7pm - 12/03/08

Shane Acker, Director from the Upcoming Feature Film "9" Joins Gnomon Staff - 08/20/09

Award-Winning Director Marc Forster Teams With Cut + Run Editor James Nelson On New Swiss Air Film - 07/02/09

PREEMINENT VISUAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR SYD DUTTON JOINS ZOIC STUDIOS - 06/04/09

Siggraph 2009 NOLA Call for Submissions - 05/26/09