Tag: Cascade SIGGRAPH
Feb 25 Event
by Demetra on Feb.10, 2017, under Events
Freelancer’s Toolbox III
Have you ever asked the internet how to do your taxes? Or how to sign up for health insurance? Much of freelancing is cobbling together resources and teaching yourself, but we wanted to cut some of those late night googling sessions by asking the experts. The Wacom Experience Center hosts as we answer questions about taxes, health insurance, finances, intellectual property, and any other business-related freelancing questions you may have. ’Tis the season, let’s talk business!
Panel Participants
- Jonathan Bebe of Collaborative Financial Group
- Benjamin L. Petersen of the Nora Group
- Dane Johnson of Inspiration Spaceship
- Ben Luce of Soul Proprietor
- Xilia Mairead Faye of Soul Proprietor.
Logistics
Wacom Experience Center
1455 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209
Saturday, February 25th 1pm-3pm
Jan. 22 and 29 Event
by Demetra on Jan.06, 2017, under Events
HOMEBREW: A PDX Animation Showcase is an event long in the making. Celebrating recent works from the gamut of local animators, you’ll find the screening collection fun, refreshing and very Portland. Organized and moderated by Sophya Vidal, a long-standing member of the animation and theatre community, creative and thoughtful storytelling are at the core of the program. The screening will be followed by a panel with several of the creators, so bring your best questions and get to know your Portland Animation Ambassadors. This event is brought to you by The Animation resource Community Service (ARCS), Portland ASIFA, and Cascade SIGGRAPH. (3 hours).
Line-up includes works by Kurtis Hough, Beryl Allee, Curtis Randolph, and many more. Animation styles consist of Hand drawn 2D, 3D, Cut-out animation. Program is rated PG-13
Event Details
- Festival Dates Sunday, Jan 22 AND January 29th @ 3pm
- Venue 5th Avenue Cinema, 510 SW Hall St. Portland, OR 97201
- Tickets General is$10; ASIFA/SIGGRAPH Members get in for $5.
- Purchase Tickets online or at the Door. We sold out last year, so get them early!
About ARCS
ARCS stands for Animation Community Resource Service and is a growing online resource community for animations and story-makers in Portland, OR. The goal is to bring more awareness (and creation) of creative events, resources, and networking activities with locals in mind. See Facebook page.
June 30, 2014 Event
by Demetra on Jun.02, 2014, under Events
Simplifying the Creation of Live Television
Intuitive TV Production with GV Director


Join us to see a new, intuitive approach to the creation of live television that utilizes the power of modern graphics processors and touch screen user interfaces. Operators can now learn to create live programming, including multi-layered graphics, complex transitions, and pre-planned event sequences in a few hours instead of many weeks. David Griggs of Grass Valley, A Belden Brand, will discuss the technology behind the new GV Director live production switcher. See how the new GV Director from Grass Valley combines the functionality of a live production switcher, video server, and graphics generator into a simple, powerful, and creative workspace.
April 30, 2014 Event
by Demetra on Apr.16, 2014, under Events
Digital Fabrication for Stop-Motion Animation
Join us to see LAIKA’s fusion of traditional fabrication techniques and modern technology in ParaNorman
- April 30, 2014, 6 – 9 pm,
- Register at https://cascadesiggraph-april302014.eventbrite.com
- Bonus: Select Conference Pass to SIGGRAPH 2014 DRAWING*
ParaNorman, Made in Portland
Rob Ducey will present the digital design and puppet fabrication process used on LAIKA’s first three films, with many images and examples from ParaNorman, the first stop-motion feature to employ a 3D color printer to create character facial animation — and the second stop-motion film (after Coraline) to be shot in 3D from the onset. The talk will focus on the use of various digital design and manufacturing tools at the studio. Some parallels will be drawn between LAIKA techniques and more conventional CG productions. Highlights: ways these digital manufacturing tools have impacted design and production — and where it’s headed. An explanation of how cutting edge technologies are used and the history of their development at the studio will also be presented.
Production puppets will be on display.
*GiveAWAY DRAWING: Select SIGGRAPH 2014 Pass
*Added bonus: for those that attend and are members of the Chapter, we are excited to offer a raffle drawing during our April and May events for a Select SIGGRAPH 2014 Pass (the full conference, minus the reception). This is a great deal and worth $430! To be eligible, make sure your membership is current, you attend the event, and you pick up your raffle ticket during registration if you are interested in going to the conference in Vancouver BC, August 10‑14, 2014. Must be present and a member of the chapter (renew or join now) to win. Tickets: this event is free to Cascade SIGGRAPH members (goto http://wp.siggraph.org/cascade/en/join). Tickets will be available online at http://cascadesiggraph2014april30.eventbrite.com, with discounts or free entrance for LAIKA employees (with badge), Multimedia Club members (current), and affiliated organizations and students, with ID. Or tickets are available at the door with a check or cash, to cover expenses. PCC Cascade Moriarty Arts Building Auditorium, room MAHB 104 705 N. Killingsworth Street (and Albina)