SIGGRAPH is getting closer, and the specifics of the annual conference are starting to take shape.
The advance program is now available to download at the SIGGRAPH site (http://lists.smithbucklin.com/t/811656/30069617/54546/0/) and includes details on:
‘ Keynote speakers Will Wright, Randy Thom and Steve Duenes.
‘ The SIGGRAPH 2009 Computer Animation Festival, which this year is introducing focuses in Real-Time Rendering and Visual Music.
‘ New programs focusing on the relationships among game design practices, technologies, and player experiences through the presentation of game papers, talks, panels, courses and more.
‘ Contests and competitions: The return of FJORG!, and introduction of the first annual GameJam! competition, a 24-hour videogame development competition.
‘ Technical Papers: The premier global forum presenting groundbreaking research from today’s leading international organizations.
Also, the discounted early registration deadline is fast approaching. Register by June 26 at http://lists.smithbucklin.com/t/811656/30069617/54530/0/ to save $275 over the onsite registration fee,
In the meantime, here’s a video preview of this year’s SIGGRAPH Technical Paper program.
