CGSociety Newsletter

CGS Newsletter: Wild Things, Ninja Assassin, CGWorkshops, Meet the Artist, EXPOSE 8

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:44:00 +0000

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This week's highlights:

	Ninja
	Slice and Dice
	Meet the Artist
	Volker Engel.
	CGWorkshops galore
	A bunch of classes.
	Imagineer Systems
	Get mocha tracking for less.
	CGProshop photo ref
	Wrinkes and insects at the shop!

	Hot Jobs
	Hot Threads on CGTalk
	Hot Threads on Game Artist
	Latest CGChoice Awards

From The Editor's Desk

CGSociety goes on a journey to see where the Wild Things went. After an extended break in production, Framestore took over this VFX film job and completed an amazing production that could only have come from Spike Jonze.

There is a frenzy of activity around CGSociety's 25th CGChallenge: "B-Movie: Attack of the 50ft CGChallenge". Check out those already creating stuff, and if you are inspired, get involved.

You can also get some inspiration from looking around our forums! The best ideas evolve from trying something new. Have a look at some of our latest images in the CGSociety 3D galleries.

Ballistic Publishing is Calling for Entries for EXPOSÉ 8 at the moment. This is your chance to have your work immortalized in gorgeous print! Submit now!

CG CON is set to present their WHITE CONFERENCE in Montreal come April, and the field of speakers is growing. Ed Hooks, Kris Costa, Gio Napkil, Jelmer Boskma and Kolby Jukes are all giving talks and paid CGSociety members can email to receive a discount.

Get involved in our world right now!

	Ninja Assassin The slicing and dicing action in this 'no-holds-barred' Ninja thriller leaves no thug uncut. Several VFX Supervisors and their crews bring it all back together. Feature Production Focus >
	Meet the Artist: Volker Engel There is much more to Volker Engel than '2012' the movie. Go to CGSociety to read his profile and then come over to chat to the man himself. Talk with Volker Engel >
	CGWorkshops galore We have five CGWorkshops currently open for registration with a brand new one: Becoming a better Artist with Rob Chang. Advanced Photorealism with mental ray from Boaz Livny. Compositing in Nuke with Steve Wright. Matte Painting from David Luong. Monster Character Painting by Don Seegmiller and until the end of February, all CGS members get 10% discount off all CGWorkshops >
	Imagineer Systems Tracking has never been easier, and so cheap! Imagineer Systems is offering paid CGSociety members 20% off their products until February 15th. Email us your username for the coupon code. Imagineer Systems Imagineer Systems >
	CGProshop Products 3D.SK photo reference DVDs are all the rage at the CGProshop this month. Check out the range of whiskers and beetles in our stash of reference libraries. 3D.SK photo ref. DVDS >

Heaps of stuff to do, plenty of cool art.

Paul Hellard
Editor
CGSociety

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Hot CGJobs
Animators wanted - Proanimationbank.
3D Artist - Virtual Toys
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CGS Newsletter: Wild Things, Ninja Assassin, CGWorkshops, Meet the Artist, EXPOSE 8

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:36:00 +0000

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This week's highlights:

	Wild Things
	Tracking where the Wild Things went.
	Meet the Artist
	Volker Engel.
	CGWorkshops galore
	A bunch of classes.
	Imagineer Systems
	Get mocha tracking for less.
	CGProshop photo ref
	Wrinkes and insects at the shop!

	Hot Jobs
	Hot Threads on CGTalk
	Hot Threads on Game Artist
	Latest CGChoice Awards

From The Editor's Desk

	Ninja Assassin The slicing and dicing action in this 'no-holds-barred' Ninja thriller leaves no thug uncut. Several VFX Supervisors and their crews bring it all back together. Feature Production Focus >
	Meet the Artist: Volker Engel There is much more to Volker Engel than '2012' the movie. Go to CGSociety to read his profile and then come over to chat to the man himself. Talk with Volker Engel >
	CGWorkshops galore We have five CGWorkshops currently open for registration with a brand new one: Becoming a better Artist with Rob Chang; Advanced Photorealism with mental ray from Boaz Livny; Compositing in Nuke with Steve Wright; Matte Painting from David Luong; Monster Character Painting by Don Seegmiller and until the end of February, all CGS members get 10% discount off all CGWorkshops >
	Imagineer Systems Tracking has never been easier, and so cheap! Imagineer Systems is offering paid CGSociety members 20% off their products until February 15th. Email us your username for the coupon code. Imagineer Systems Imagineer Systems >
	CGProshop Products 3D.SK photo reference DVDs are all the rage at the CGProshop this month. Check out the range of whiskers and beetles in our stash of reference libraries. 3D.SK photo ref. DVDS >

Heaps of stuff to do, plenty of cool art.

Paul Hellard
Editor
CGSociety

Want more news? Get all of this week's CGS News here »

Hot CGJobs
Animators wanted - Proanimationbank.
3D Artist - Virtual Toys
Storyboard Artist- Kung Fu Panda - Nickelodeon Animation Studios
Maya Houdini Freelance Artist - Unit-Collective

Hot CGTalk Threads

	10 Reasons Why Your Render Sucks Views: 37,982 Replies: 314
	Ten Things to Make Your Renders Suck Less Views: 14,044 Replies: 97
	Apple event: will a new tablet be unveiled? Views: 12,748 Replies: 310
	Black and White shortfilm Views: 9,342 Replies: 52
	B-Movie Entry: Krishnamurti M. Costa Views: 7,564 Replies: 151
	Left 4 Dead 2 :: Game Production Focus Views: 7,173 Replies: 27
	Ninja Assassin :: Production Focus Views: 5,845 Replies: 4
	INVICTUS :: Production Focus Views: 4,245 Replies: 13
	Youtube in 3D! - pretty amazing Views: 3,516 Replies: 20
	solving the 3d artist oversaturation problem Views: 3,469 Replies: 76
	B-Movie Entry: Yongkiat Karnchanapayap Views: 3,325 Replies: 103
Hot Game Artist Threads
	my firt concept work Views: 1,635 Replies: 34
	MECH Hanger/bunker Views: 1,505 Replies: 37
	UDK - Skatepark Views: 1,202 Replies: 18
	WIP_UDK My surreal Environment :] . Views: 1,098 Replies: 19
	Vikramvr's Punk character Views: 537 Replies: 8
	home sweet home Views: 537 Replies: 2
	WIP: game character Views: 518 Replies: 16
	Modular Buidlings UE3 Views: 440 Replies: 6
	UT Characters need harsh C&C! Views: 376 Replies: 6

Hot Portfolios

Gloria Scholik Lytayvea view portfolio >	Jian Xu xjgd4321 view portfolio >	Carlos Ortega Elizalde stroggtank view portfolio >	Want to learn more about getting your own CGPortfolio? Click here to watch the introduction video.

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CGS Newsletter: Left 4 Dead 2, Invictus, CGWorkshops, mental mill offer, EXPOSE 8

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:38:00 +0000

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This week's highlights:

	Invictus
	Invisible CIS VFX.
	Middleware report
	How 2010 looks for studios.
	CGWorkshops galore.
	A bunch of classes.
	mental images offer
	CGSociety members get almost a third off!
	CGProshop 10% off
	Have 10% off at the shop!

	Hot Jobs
	Hot Threads on CGTalk
	Hot Threads on Game Artist
	Latest CGChoice Awards

From The Editor's Desk

This week, CGSociety brings in the zombies with a look at Left 4 Dead 2. We proudly present an in-depth interview with character designer Jeremy Bennett and environment designer Randy Landeen from Valve Software.

Ballistic Publishing has the EXPOSÉ 8 Call for Entries open at the moment. So gather your best art and submit them. This is a chance to be part of the biggest and best collection of digital art in the known universe!

Artists from all over the world are also submitting for CGSociety's 25th CGChallenge: "B-Movie: Attack of the 50ft CGChallenge". Get started on your own 'B' grade movie poster, video teaser or audio entry.
Check out those already in the running!

Gather some inspiration by surfing around in our CGTalk forums! In fact, there are plenty of opportunities to participate in projects and contests. Try one of our many mini-Challenges or a Daily Sketchgroup.

Imagineer Systems is offering paid CGSociety members 20% off their products until February 15th. This tremendous offer includes their suite of award-winning planar tracking and roto tools, mocha, monet, mokey and mocha for After Effects v2. To take part, email with your Paid Member username to get the special coupon code.

Get involved in our world right now!

	Invictus The renowned team of Owens and Hancock at CIS Vancouver get together with Clint Eastwood. Their film, Invictus called for a recreation of the nation-building days after Mandela took over in South Africa. Feature Production Focus >
	Middleware report CGSociety presents an interesting report from the inside of the middleware sector for the game production industry. There seems to be a rich source of talent, technology and tenacity for kick-starting the trade. The Middleware Report>
	CGWorkshops galore CGWorkshops currently open for registration. Advanced Photorealism with mental ray from Boaz Livny; Compositing in Nuke with Steve Wright; Matte Painting from David Luong; Monster Character Painting by Don Seegmiller and Modern Game Character Creation by Jon Rush. And for a short time only, all CGS members get 10% discount off all CGWorkshops >
	mental mill CGSociety members get 30% discount on the mental images mental mill Standard Edition. Save US$148.50! mental mill Standard Edition>
	CGProshop Happy New Year Sale Last days for CGSociety members to save 10% off all stock. January Sale closing soon CGProshop >

Plenty out there to get your creative hands on.

Paul Hellard
Editor
CGSociety

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CGS Newsletter: B-Movie CGChallenge, 2009 Retrospective, Machinarium, CGWorkshops, mental mill offer, Great Art!

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:35:00 +0000

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This week's highlights:

	2009 Retrospective
	CGS Community choice.
	Machinarium
	European independence.
	Character CGWorkshop 1
	Jon Rush models.
	Character CGWorkshop 2
	Don Seegmiller paints.
	mental images offer
	CGSociety members get 30% discount
	CGProshop 10% off
	Happy 2010! Have 10% off!

	Hot Jobs
	Hot Threads on CGTalk
	Hot Threads on Game Artist
	Latest CGChoice Awards

From The Editor's Desk

CGSociety is proud to announce the 25th CGChallenge: "B-Movie: Attack of the 50ft CGChallenge". 'B' grade movies are the home of the best suspense, the creepiest monsters and unintentional hysteria. They were the best entertainment for a matinee price. Get started on your own 'B' grade movie creation with a still image poster, or a video teaser or, for the first time, audio.

CGSociety forums and features are always showing the best CG creations from the wider community. Check out the latest digital offerings in 3D, 2D and video. For instance, Rafael Grassetti's MechaGirl or Tiziano Baracchi's Xava: War Drummer.

The CGSociety Chapter in Chicago is calling a big meet on Jan 29, so if you're in the windy city, do pop along for a cool night out.

Imagineer Systems is offering paid CGSociety members 20% off their products until February 15th. This offer includes their suite of award-winning planar tracking and roto tools, mocha, monet, mokey and mocha for After Effects v2. To take advantage of this, email with your Paid Member username to get the special coupon code.

Jump into our CGChallenge right now!

	2009 Retrospective The CGSociety community has voted for the Top 20 CG happenings over the last year. Top 20 >
	Machinarium A ragged band of Czech artists collectively creates a phenomenal world to explore and play inside. Machinarium deconstructed >
	Character Creation CGWorkshop Tombraider Underworld modeler Jonathan Rush presents a nine week course at CGSociety. Learn the 'ins & outs' of successfully creating video game characters within a studio mind-set. Modern game character creation >
	Character Painting CGWorkshop Don Seegmiller is also repeats his magnificent Monster Character Painting CGWorkshop. Learn the best way to create monsters using Painter. Monster character painting>
	mental mill CGSociety members get 30% discount on the mental images mental mill Standard Edition. Save US$148.50! mental mill Standard Edition>
	CGProshop Happy New Year Sale Happy New Year to all CGSociety members! 10% off all stock for the month of January. CGProshop >

Plenty out there to get your creative hands on.

Paul Hellard
Editor
CGSociety

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