Autodesk will celebrate the creation of 3D computer graphics with its 11th annual 3December event, which runs from Dec. 1-10. The event will include both live and virtual events and is co-sponsored by Dell Precision, Wacom and Intel,
The virtual event begins Dec. 1 at area.autodesk.com/3december and will include:
‘ A free Autodesk MasterClass about how Liquid Development’s creative team developed assets for The Beatles: Rock Band video game.
‘ An interview with award-winning filmmaker Chris Landreth about his production workflow
‘ A live presentation by Lightstorm Entertainment from Autodesk University about how moviemaking technology can be used for visualization on December 3 at 1 p.m. EST
‘ Tutorials and more
Visitors will also be able to vote for the 2009 Autodesk Masters. This annual program recognizes exceptional Autodesk 3ds Max, Autodesk Maya and Autodesk Softimage software artists and technical specialists whose work and dedication have significantly contributed to the advancement of computer graphics.
On the live side of things, the event includes a presentation by Harmonix, developer of the Rock Band and The Beatles: Rock Band video games, Dec. 3 in Montreal. For more information and to register for the Montreal event, visit area.autodesk.com/3dec.
In addition to the Autodesk-hosted event, Autodesk user groups and channel partners will hold live 3December celebrations around the world, including North America, United Kingdom and Spain. Contact the leader of your Autodesk Animation User Group Association to see if a 3December meeting is planned in your city. Some user group and partner event information will also be posted at area.autodesk.com/3dec.
