Oxford Shares Cambrian Animals in 3D
Oxford’s First Animals collection offered 19 downloadable Cambrian creature models with annotated anatomy through Sketchfab.
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SpriteStack | Voxel Editor
3D pixel art with the right tool: SpriteStack is a new free online and paid standalone editor for creating your own retro designs!
Master 3D Animation for Film & Games
The ifs internationale filmschule köln and the Cologne Game Lab at TH Köln are offering a new part-time Master's program in 3D Animation for Film & Games from autumn 2018.
SpeedTree Cinema 8
The multiple award-winning software for virtual vegetation SpeedTree receives its first update! It promises more realistic trees and plants in less time and with less modelling effort.
“Garden Party” in Full Length
From today—for two weeks—our 2016 animago AWARD-winning film “Garden Party” is finally online in full length. Enjoy this macabre fun!
animago AWARD & CONFERENCE Event Clip 2017
Anyone who attended this year's animago event can see whether they appear anywhere in the new event clip. Everyone else can see what was going on at the Gasteig on September 7 and 8.
Off to the Dream Laboratory: The ITFS Trailer 2018
It’s really not that long now: Get through Christmas, New Year’s Eve and the bunny festival once, and we can go to the Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film again! Here is the new trailer.
New SAE Campus in Hanover
The new semester at the SAE Institute began in September. Right on time, the university’s new campus in Hanover was able to open.
Making-of videos from the Film Academy: “Shine”
At the animago CONFERENCE, the team explained how the animated film "Shine" was created. Anyone who couldn't be there can now catch up on the knowledge via 5 making-of videos.
MedienNetzwerk Interviews at animago 2017
They normally work behind the camera. That is why MedienNetzwerk Bayern exceptionally brought some of the speakers and nominees at this year’s animago event 2017 in front of the lens to learn more about their work.
animago AWARD Trailer 2017
Here is the fantastic new trailer with a compilation of this year’s animago AWARD participants.
Looking Back at animago 2016: “Best Still” Category – Character
The animago AWARD 2017 is getting closer. To build the anticipation even further, here is a short look back at the "Best Still" category from 2016.
Third Ape Round for Weta
The final part of the "Planet of the Apes" trilogy opens in German cinemas on August 3. This video shows some of the technology behind the epic VFX work for which Weta was responsible.
Trailer for Disney’s New Feature Film “Coco”
Anticipation is famously the greatest joy—and so we are already looking forward to November 30, 2017. That is when Disney's latest work, the animated film "Coco," opens in German cinemas.
animago AWARD Deadline Extended!
The day after tomorrow would actually have been the last chance to take part in the animago AWARD 2017. But we are giving you a little more time—with the current temperatures, everything is moving a little more slowly. The new submission deadline is June 19—participation is free as always!
Dutch James Bond Substitute: Agent 327
Agent 327 is a comic series by Dutch artist Martin Lodewijk; the Blender Institute now wants to realize the 3D film version with the cult character. Here is the first three-minute teaser.
Cinema 4D Plug-ins for Various Tasks
Looking for practical C4D plug-ins? On this page, you will find various ones—including tools to make it easier to create traffic simulations or surfaces.
Alt.vfx Showreel
Alt.vfx has studio locations in Brisbane, Sydney and Los Angeles. Here is the company's current, highest worth-seeing showreels.
1833 to 2017: The Evolution of Animation
Something for nostalgists and history lovers: the evolution of animation with excerpts from various films from 1833 to 2017!
Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV Breakdown
Image Engine, otherwise better known for VFX work for feature films, created 23 minutes of elaborate 3D animation for the Japanese computer-animated film "Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV." Here is the breakdown video, which shows that Image Engine can obviously simply do everything in the CG field.
Life as a “Mobile”
Verena Fels and her team from the Filmakademie received a 2010 animago AWARD in the "Best Young Production" category. Now the animated short film featuring the determined cow on a string is finally online in full length.
Different Countries, Different Pixar Films
Pixar adapts its scenes to the respective audiences in different countries. In this video, you can see how.
Call for Entries: KLIK Amsterdam Animation Festival
Submissions can now be made to the Dutch KLICK Animation Festival until June 1. Professional filmmakers as well as students may take part.
First FMX Programme Highlights
Oscar glamour (without incorrect winner cards) in the programme of FMX 2017, which takes place this year under the motto "Beyond the Screen." Among other things, talks about Oscar winner "Piper" and five other nominated films are included.
Free Storytelling Tips from Pixar
In six episodes, big names from Pixar Animation Studios (including Pete Doctor and Mark Andrews) show what the art of successful storytelling looks like.
Pug Meets Cat – Animated Film from New Zealand
When a pug is the last hope in a war – it can still go wrong. "Pug of War" participated in the animago AWARD last year; it was created by students from the Media Design School in New Zealand.
“Richard the Stork” Trailer
What takes a long time – the trailer for "Richard the Stork" was released after many years of production. The film celebrated its world premiere on February 12 at the Berlinale.
The 2017 VES Award Winners
“The Jungle Book” and “Game of Thrones” dominated yesterday’s VES Awards as winners in the most categories. Here is an overview of the 24 categories.
New Version of the C4D Plug-in “People in Motion”
One tool to move them all! People in Motion R2.0 makes it quick and easy to animate rigged 3D characters. The plug-in is compatible with Cinema 4D R17 and higher versions.
Go Get That Nut!
Meerkats really are the better people. Or are they? “Catch It” took part in the 2016 animago AWARD, and the film from the ESMA school in France can now be viewed in full.
Your Student Project in DP – Apply!
A short film with lots of VFX and animation, or a game, is a lot, a lot of work. Once the work is finished, people like to report on it. We offer you the opportunity: with a making-of report about your student project in the next DP!
2017 Oscar Nominations
The Oscar nominations for this year have now been announced. Naturally, we are primarily interested in the VFX and animation categories. Here is the overview.
Mash in Maya: Between Chaos and Order
In this Maya tutorial, you will learn to use Merge Nodes within the Mash motion graphics function to create interesting effects.
Application Deadlines for Studying at Filmakademie
As a reminder: Depending on the chosen degree program or focus, the application deadline for studying at Filmakademie ends on February 15 or May 15.
“Shine” Teaser, Rigging Video & Free Download
We already chose “Shine” as a cover story in 2015; now a teaser and a rigging clip for the newly VES-nominated project are online. To celebrate the nomination, we are also giving away the Filmakademie team’s making-of report as a download.
Submit Projects to Animation Production Day
Still need to acuire important financing components for your own project? Until February 27, 2017, animation projects from film, TV series, mobile content, games, cross-media, and transmedia can be submitted to APD.
To Fly Once
The graduation film “Le Constructeur de Malheur” from Hagenberg University of Applied Sciences is about a great dream pursued by scientist Hugo. It took part in the 2015 animago AWARD, and the film is now online in full.
Fantastic Beasts in the Breakdown
In this video, Wired offers numerous breakdowns and footage from the shoot of the Harry Potter spin-off “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”.
No More Stuff!
When the elves have made the dolls dance and then the boss returns—Blue Zoo have released part two of their Christmas animated film “More Stuff”. And the fun is definitely over!
Socially Critical Animated Musical
This year, Blue Zoo took part in the animago AWARD with “More Stuff”. It was not enough for a trophy, but it was enough for a making-of in the current DP issue, which was released today.
watch “Alike” in full length
Cover motif of the animago special issue and animago AWARD winner in the "Best Character" category - "Alike" really cleaned up at this year's DP event. The delightful father-son film is now online in full length.
Sneak Peek – DP 02 : 17
New year—more focus topics: in issue 02:17, we take a closer look at the current hype topics AR & VR and explain what lies behind them and where the technology journey can go. Our second focus will make the hearts of Mograph artists beat faster.
A Trampoline for Animals
Hiding does’nt help—the first Advent is rapidly approaching. Full-CG animals are popular performers in Christmas advertising spots, making this a busy time for MPC’s advertising department. "Buster The Boxer" for John Lewis is one of the spots currently produced by MPC.
Get a Motion Graphics Book for Free
The "Motion Graphics Design Academy – The Basics" book by author Timo Fecher is in the final stages of publication. Anyone who wants to receive the 200-page ebook for free can register in advance on the Crossfeyer homepage.
First Teaser for “Manou the Swift”
Luxx Studios gave a talk about "Manou the Swift" at this year’s animago CONFERENCE. Now the first teaser is online. The family animated film is due to open in cinemas in 2017.
Coming to Terms with the “Bear” Past
We already had a making-of about Pascal Floerks’ sensational short film "Bear" in DP in 2014; this year, the short film went online after an enormously successful festival tour. Here is an excerpt showing how the project came about.
animago Pictures 2016: AWARD Show and Get-together
The animago AWARD show took place for the first time in the Carl Orff Hall at Munich’s Gasteig. Here are the pictures with all the winners, gala impressions, and more.
The New ITFS Trailer!
Advance planning is called for: from May 2 to 7 next year, the Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film will take place again. Here is the official trailer—the making-of will appear soon in one of the upcoming DP issues.
animago Pictures 2016: CONFERENCE
The two-day conference programme at animago was packed with presentations by Industrial Light & Magic, Framestore, Digital Domain, Pixar, Disney Animation Studios, and many more speakers. Here are a few impressions from the talks.
animago Pictures 2016: Exhibition
For the first time in animago history, the trade floor accompanying the conference was located at Munich’s Gasteig. Here are a few pictures of the exhibitors and animago visitors.
animago AWARD Anniversary Trailer
One of the highlights each year at animago is, of course, the trailer, in which numerous submitted entries can be seen in a compilation. Have fun watching!
Here they are: the animago award winners 2016!
Yesterday, the DP team presented the animago AWARD for the first time in Munich's Gasteig. Here is an overview of the award winners who can now look forward to receiving an animago trophy.
Cinema 4D – Showreel 2016
Anyone who has not seen it yet can look forward to the latest C4D showreel.
Marvelous Designer 6
The popular industrious-little-tailor tool of the CG industry has a new version. Here is an overview of the features.
Call for Entries for ITFS 2017!
The 24th Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film, which will take place next year from 2 to 7 May, is once again looking for entries. Animated films completed after 1 October 2015 may be submitted until 1 December 2016.
Music Video from Israel
The music video for the song "Ma'agalim" (Circles) by the Israeli acoustic-folk-country trio Jane Bordeaux is nominated for an animago AWARD this year. The animation idea by Uri Lotan and Yoav Shtibelman visualises the lyrics extremely aptly.
Architecture Nominees for the Detail Special Prize
One day after the official animago jury session, the Detail jury trio met at NEC Display Solutions to find the six nominees for the special architecture prize. Here we present the projects.
animago Still Gallery: Robots
Every year, the best CG stills are honoured at the animago AWARD. Of course, many more entries from around the world also reach us and deserve to be presented. Here are the most beautiful robot stills.
Whale Animation
With this tutorial from Greyscalegorilla, you can save yourself the expensive trip to California and elsewhere: simply rig and animate your own whale!
animago AWARD 20th Anniversary Voting: Best Character
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the animago, we have decided to honour the best submission from the past two decades. The DP team has already completed the painstaking task of narrowing down the pool to 20 projects, and now it’s up to our readers to decide which one will receive the trophy! To give you more of an overview, we divided up the films into four different categories. Which “Character” left a special impression on you? Vote here by the end of July!
Malak and the Boat
The animated short film "Malak and the Boat" is part of UNICEF's "Unfairy Tales" campaign. The look and design of the film, created by 180LA and House of Colors, are particularly unusual.
More Time: Take Part in the animago AWARD 2016!
The summer is currently hard and wet, and the European Championship is still on—so all creatives are getting more time to take part in this year's animago AWARD, the 20th anniversary! The submission deadline has been extended to 19 July 2016.
“Moana” Teaser Trailer
Walt Disney Animation Studios' next animated feature film will be "Moana"—here is the film's first teaser trailer, with its release planned for November 2016.
Opening Title for the Offset Conference
The Offset Conference took place in Dublin in early April. Its specially created opening title is crazy, colourful and entertaining.
Mikros Image Showreel
As always, the French studio had plenty of exciting work in the pipeline, including Greek statues, a conductor bear and Johnny Depp.
“Wrapped” in Full Length
After countless awards at festivals worldwide, the short film “Wrapped” is now online in full. The project received a 2014 animago AWARD for “Best Young Production”.
Free 3D Model from “Zoomania”
Officer Judy Hopps reports for 3D duty! Scott Sewel is providing the fully rigged model of the rabbit for Blender free of charge.
Keep Your Eyes Open and Learn!
We love the slow Flash! And now we can draw him ourselves! “Zoomania” Art Director of Characters Cory Loftis shows how.
Dutch in Japanese
A Hungarian art student turned the Dadaist poem “Karawane” into an animated work, inspired by Monty Python.
VR Plug-in for Cinema 4D
At GDC, Maxon is showing the recently released CV-VR Cam plug-in for Cinema 4D, designed to render VR content.
iClone Character Creator 1.4
Reallusion announces iClone Character Creator 1.4, which can create 3D characters in infinitely many morphs.
Party of the Sausages
When sausages ponder “to be or not to be” and Seth Rogen helps provide the story, the first R-rated 3D animated film results.
SIGGRAPH 2016 Festival Submissions
In this reel, the SIGGRAPH Computer Animation Festival has collected entries from the past.
Animal Madness
The making-of for motion-capture film “Animan” shows the animal side in humans as a grotesque movement study: mocap animals!
“Inside Out” at FMX
“Inside Out” won this year's Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film and will feature in two FMX presentations, alongside more programme announcements.
animago AWARD 2016 – Here We Go!
DP readers have known exclusively for some time; now it is official worldwide: submissions are open for the animago AWARD 2016!
Major Faceware Upgrade
Faceware Technologies has announced upgrades across its product range and a new free Learning Edition for personal projects.
Autodesk Showreel 2016
Autodesk's latest showreel presents recent work from software customers including Fido, Framestore, Rockstar, Blur and many more.
Making-of “Bear Story”
This year's Oscar for Best Animated Short Film went to “Bear Story” from Chile's Punkrobot Animation Studio. Here is the making-of.
“Ed” in Full + Making-of Download
Brazil's Hype.cg was nominated for a 2013 animago AWARD. Its unusually told animated short about a gloomy rabbit is now online in full.
Video2Brain Open House
This year's leap day is especially useful: on February 29, Video2Brain provides free access to its courses and subjects.
Motion Graphics with Fusion 8
In this half-hour tutorial for complete Fusion beginners, Rob Redman shows how to create motion graphics with version 8 of the BMD tool.
“The Mechanical Waltz” in Full
Julien Dykmans's 3D animated short “The Mechanical Waltz” was nominated for a 2015 animago AWARD in the Best Character category.
New Animation Studio in Montréal
Cinesite and Image Engine joined forces in 2015. A new Montréal location now plans nine animated films over the next five years.
Between Times
The short film “Between Times” took part in the 2015 animago AWARD. Tiny Inventions combined classic stop motion with 3D animation.
Super Bowl Trailers & Commercials
The Super Bowl game draws limited interest in Germany, but the funny flood of 2016 blockbuster commercials and trailers certainly does.
Episode 3 of “Caminandes”
The third episode, “Llamigos”, of the Blender Institute series “Caminandes” has been released in full. Enjoy!
“The Present” in Full
After “The Present” completed its festival tour, Jacob Frey's animated short from Filmakademie is now online in full, with a making-of download.
SAE Institute Open House
The SAE Institute open house takes place in eight German cities on January 31, 2016, from 12:00 to 17:00.
All These Critters Everywhere!
Of course countless animated films return to cinemas and screens in 2016. Especially popular this year: animals in the leading roles. A preview.
“KnightClub” by the Supamonks
French studio Supamonks was nominated for a 2015 animago AWARD with its crazy “Holypop Soda” spot. Here is its latest short, “KnightClub”.
Studying at the Animation Institute
It’s that time again: The Institute of Animation, Visual Effects and Digital Postproduction at Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg is accepting applications for the 2016/17 academic year.
The 2016 VFX and Animation Oscar Nominees
The nominees for this year’s Oscars have been announced: “Mad Max: Fury Road” and “The Revenant” have a chance of winning numerous golden boys.
Fuse Preview for Adobe CC Subscribers
Adobe CC users can test the public beta version of the Fuse 3D character modeling tool.
New Reel from Sony Pictures Imageworks
Oscar-winning CGI giant Sony Pictures Imageworks presents its winter reel, featuring work for “Pixels,” “Hotel Transylvania 2” and and and ...
Animation Production Day 2016
On April 28 and 29, the animation industry will meet in Stuttgart for the 10th time to negotiate new ideas and formats. Projects can be submitted now.
Best of the Animation Mentor Students
The online school Animation Mentor has published its showcase video of the best student work from 2015.