In preparation for the third annual VES Awards in Hollywood, Calif., The Visual Effects Society this weekend will hold a special event to spotlight this year’s nominees. Dubbed "The Big Reveal," the day-long program is the VES’ answer to the Academy’s Visual Effects Bake-Off. Top visual effects artists will be on hand Saturday, Jan. 22, at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles to demonstrate the secrets behind the magic that earned them their nominations.
The Big Reveal allows nominated artists to help voters and guests better understand the intricacies of each entry. All categories will be represented, including motion picture, commercial, video game and television visual effects. Winners will be announced at the awards gala on Feb. 16 at the Hollywood Palladium. Academy Award-winning director Robert Zemeckis will receive the VES Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be presented to him by Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks.
The Big Reveal will begin at 8 a.m. and will continue until 4 p.m. on Saturday. The public is invited to attend at $20 per ticket. Tickets are available by calling the VES office in advance at (310) 822-9181. Admission is free for VES members. The Skirball Cultural Center is located at 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
More information on The Big Reveal and the 3rd Annual VES Awards is available online at www.vesawards.com.
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