motion08 discounts announced

Our good friends at motion 08 have announced discounts to make this year's conference more affordable for NM residents and students. They have a great line-up this year (and we're also excited to have the NM premiere of Domefest 2008 in association with the conference on October 14th). Check it out!

motion08 :: Special Offer for New Mexico Residents

NM residents are invited to attend motion08 for the student rate of $499*! (regular rate is $1099/$899 early bird)

Don’t worry students, we haven’t forgotten about you. Students can attend for $299** (regularly $499).

Use the following promo codes when registering online:

regular ticket moNMReg08

student ticket moNMStu08

motion is a unique event, focusing on the art of animation, broadcast design, title design, VFX and motion graphics. The event includes one full day of motion{u} extreme training plus two days of keynotes, panels, and sessions by some of the biggest talents in the industry.

Mark your calendar for motion08

October 12-15, 2008

Hyatt Regency Downtown ABQ

www.motionconference.com

*must show proof on NM residency

**must submit proof of current full-time status

AniMotion NM -- Next Tuesday

Howdy Animators!

Here is the info for the next AniMotion NM meeting coming up Tuesday, May 13th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.

*Software integration in a Motion Graphics Pipeline*

Where: ARTS Lab
When: 13-May-08 07:00 PM until 13-May-08 09:00 PM

David Garcia creative director and partner at halflife* digital will demonstrate how to effectively work between different applications from 3D to motion GFX to compositing and editing to create stunning motion graphics. David will walk through the creation of a logo in 3D space and integrate particles, lighting pre-banked footage and finishing techniques to arrive at a broadcast final. Software will include Autodesk Maya, Autodesk Combustion, Adobe After Effects and Apple Final Cut Pro.

David Garcia was trained in VFX at the Academy of Art College in San Francisco and theatre arts at Boston University School for the Arts. He is co-owner of local production company halflife* digital which produces commercials, industrials and documentaries for the regional and national Markets.

This session takes place, Tuesday, May 13, from 7:30-9:00 pm at UNM ARTS Lab, 131 Pine Street NE (near the Northwest corner of University and Central).

In addition, graduating Art Center seniors Jess Evans and Robert Stump have both agreed to present their demo reels at this event, so I am hoping for a lot of friendly faces in the crowd to cheer them on. I hope to see you all there. The more the merrier!

Teri

Teresa Farley
Animation Department Chair
The Art Center Design College
www.theartcenter.edu
5000 Marble Ave. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 254-7575
tfarley@theartcenter.edu