Production & Animation

You’re an engineer of alternate reality. You create visually engaging worlds and breathe life into characters using your imagination and the latest computer graphics technology and workflows.

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Why Siggraph?

SIGGRAPH 2018 is where technological and creative minds converge. The SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival presents the world’s most innovative flat screen and virtual storytelling experiences, and is recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as a qualifying festival. Production Sessions look at the most current computer graphics technologies and techniques, and the jam-packed exhibition showcases software and hardware to revolutionize the way you work. You’ll be inspired long after the conference has ended.

LEARN

Work better. Attend educational Talks, Sessions and Panels at SIGGRAPH 2018 to gain insights into how to work with the latest advances in computer graphics technology. See examples of how others are pushing the limits of production and animation. Experience demos and screenings that will deepen your understanding of new techniques.

GET INSPIRED

Attending SIGGRAPH 2018 is like turning to the last page of a book — but, in the case of new technologies, spoilers are welcome. Get a glimpse at what the near future of your work will look like, and walk away inspired to innovate.

SEE WHAT’S OUT THERE

SIGGRAPH is your playground. Check out the SIGGRAPH 2018 Exhibition for a full array of the most cutting-edge hardware and software. Chat with exhibitors to learn about the technology, and test drive what’s new to find your next go-to solution.

CONNECT

SIGGRAPH 2018 provides attendees access to a variety of networking opportunities, such as the SIGGRAPH Reception, Birds of a Feather sessions and the Computer Animation Festival. Join thousands of professionals from the production and animation sector and discover what they’re working on, why they’re excited, and where the industry is headed.

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TALKS

EN MASS

Top VFX and animation teams talk about simulated crowd creation.

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COURSES

REALISTIC RENDERING IN ARCHITECTURE AND PRODUCT VISUALIZATION

This course focuses on physically based realistic rendering in architectural and product visualization. The goal is to acquaint the SIGGRAPH audience with the specific technical needs in this segment and their impact on the employed rendering technology.

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PANELS

DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF MODERN PRODUCTION RENDERERS

This panel is a discussion among developers of five of the most significant production renderers for film, who will delve into technical detail about the design goals and implementations of their renderers and compare their respective designs.

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Experience

Programs

SIGGRAPH 2018 will immerse you in a broad array of educational and hands-on opportunities, and open the door to breakthrough technologies that will keep you on your game.

Experience

Programs

SIGGRAPH 2018 will immerse you in a broad array of educational and hands-on opportunities, and open the door to breakthrough technologies that will keep you on your game.

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The Voice of Generations

FirstSIGGRAPH2013

David Verona

In Vancouver, I fell in love with the people that make up SIGGRAPH; a group of people that enthusiastically support and cheer each other on in the development of ever greater graphics and interactive techniques year after year.

The Voice of Generations

FirstSIGGRAPH2010

Candice Weber

I met tons of people; all different kinds, all different skills and skill levels ... it kind of dawned on me that this wasn't an impossible dream career.

The Voice of Generations

FirstSIGGRAPH2015

Ryan Davis

Not only is the Computer Animation Festival is amazing, it’s also inspiring to be a part of an industry and community that’s very supportive of each other.

The Voice of Generations

FirstSIGGRAPH1988

Anna Ursyn

My friend keeps saying that I go to SIGGRAPH for my annual energy shot.

The Voice of Generations

FirstSIGGRAPH2018

Cheyenne Chapel

SIGGRAPH is what you think it is, and more. It opens the door to what I want to do with my life.

The Voice of Generations

FirstSIGGRAPH2012

Japheth Crawford

I've connected with and befriended so many people through SIGGRAPH. Even if we don't get to talk much throughout the year, it's crazy how we see each other at SIGGRAPH and pick up right where we left off.

The Voice of Generations

FirstSIGGRAPH2008

Siva Kumar Kasetty

The thing that strikes me the most is the inspiration, learning and friendship that I derive out of these SIGGRAPH conferences.

In Vancouver, I fell in love with the people that make up SIGGRAPH; a group of people that enthusiastically support and cheer each other on in the development of ever greater graphics and interactive techniques year after year.
I met tons of people; all different kinds, all different skills and skill levels ... it kind of dawned on me that this wasn't an impossible dream career.
Not only is the Computer Animation Festival is amazing, it’s also inspiring to be a part of an industry and community that’s very supportive of each other.
My friend keeps saying that I go to SIGGRAPH for my annual energy shot.
SIGGRAPH is what you think it is, and more. It opens the door to what I want to do with my life.
I've connected with and befriended so many people through SIGGRAPH. Even if we don't get to talk much throughout the year, it's crazy how we see each other at SIGGRAPH and pick up right where we left off.
The thing that strikes me the most is the inspiration, learning and friendship that I derive out of these SIGGRAPH conferences.