LAIKA Creates Trailer For New Colin Meloy Book

“How five crows managed to lift a 20-pound baby boy into the air was beyond Prue, but that was certainly the least of her worries.”

As if being the lead singer of one of the most highly-thought of bands around wasn’t enough, Colin Meloy – front man for the Decembrists – has added author extraordinaire to his list of titles. His children’s book Wildwood, the first in a series, is set to hit stores August 30th.

Wildwood is the story of Prue McKeel, a young girl who must adventure into the Impassible Wilderness on the edge of Portland, Oregon after her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows. Continue reading... “LAIKA Creates Trailer For New Colin Meloy Book”

LAIKA Creates Trailer For New Colin Meloy Book

“How five crows managed to lift a 20-pound baby boy into the air was beyond Prue, but that was certainly the least of her worries.”

As if being the lead singer of one of the most highly-thought of bands around wasn’t enough, Colin Meloy – front man for the Decembrists – has added author extraordinaire to his list of titles. His children’s book Wildwood, also featuring fantastic illustrations from Carson Ellis, is set to hit stores August 30th. Continue reading... “LAIKA Creates Trailer For New Colin Meloy Book”

Golf in the Kingdom – Special Screening

Golf In The Kingdom” adapted from the well read 1970’s classic novel by Michael Murphy (and shot on location at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Oregon) will screen at McMenamins Edgefield on August 6th – events from 4.30PM  onwards.

The screening is free to the public.  Tickets are available for purchase of  a VIP Golf Package or VIP reception – for details look here. Continue reading... “Golf in the Kingdom – Special Screening”

“Grimm” at Comic-Con

“Grimm” may not make its Primetime debut till October 21st, but it did make an appearance at Comic-Con last week. Besides screening the pilot – which the completely packed audience loved – writers/producers David Greenwalt and Jim Kouf, as well as cast members David Giuntoli, Russell Hornsby, Silas Weir Mitchell, Bitsie Tulloch, Reggie Lee and Sasha Roiz took part in a Panel Q&A monitored by Anthony Head.

Check out the video for what the cast is looking forward to, what they think about filming in Portland, and a couple hints on what to expect in the fall. Continue reading... ““Grimm” at Comic-Con”

Update – Portland Creative Conference September 17

Make sure you get your tickets before the early bird registration!  Below is a discount code to save even more money.

Join other Creative Industries professionals for a celebration of inspiration, imagination and innovation at the Portland Creative Conference on Saturday, September 17th at the Portland Center for the Performing Arts, featuring local and national creative thought-leader presenters.  Early bird registration is just $64 after the 20% we can offer you as long as you register with our Discount Code: “GOFT”. Continue reading... “Update – Portland Creative Conference September 17”

Case Study: Pipeworks’ “Zumba Fitness” Tops Global Charts

One of the cool things about the animation/VFX industry is that it’s continually evolving beyond the established parameters. The artistry of a well generated scene or special effects sequence is now no longer confined to a piece of film, but has also begun to take on an interactive element as video games move closer to the cinematic boundary.

Pipeworks Software, based out of Eugene, is at the heart of this constantly shifting field. Ever turned on an Xbox or Xbox 360? Continue reading... “Case Study: Pipeworks’ “Zumba Fitness” Tops Global Charts”

New Case Study Spotlights “Zumba Fitness” on Oregon Animation Blog

One of the cool things about the animation/VFX industry is that it’s continually evolving beyond the established parameters. The artistry of a well generated scene or special effects sequence is now no longer confined to a piece of film, but has also begun to take on an interactive element as video games move closer to the cinematic boundary.

Pipeworks Software, based out of Eugene, is at the heart of this constantly shifting field. Ever turned on an Xbox or Xbox 360? Continue reading... “New Case Study Spotlights “Zumba Fitness” on Oregon Animation Blog”

Oregon creatives recognized with 2011 Emmy Nominations

As Television aficionados know, nominations for the 2011 Primetime Emmy Awards were announced this morning and amongst the nominees were several Oregon based filmmakers and companies!

HBO’s acclaimed mini-series “Mildred Pierce” was the most recognized program with 21 nominations, including Outstanding Miniseries or Movie, Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries, Movie Or A Dramatic Special for Todd Haynes and Jon Raymond – both Oregon based writers/filmmakers – and Outstanding Directing for a Miniseries, Movie Or A Dramatic Special for Todd Haynes. Continue reading... “Oregon creatives recognized with 2011 Emmy Nominations”

Main Cast of Supernatural Thriller “Nightscape” Announced

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MAIN CAST OF SUPERNATURAL THRILLER “NIGHTSCAPE” ANNOUNCED


Portland, Oregon—Writer-director David W. Edwards announced the main cast for his first feature film, Nightscape. The film stars, in alphabetical order: Emily Galesh, LaVerne Green, Joshua St. James and Jorge Madrid. The film shoots later this month in and around Portland.

 

In Nightscape, an emotionally guarded drifter, Kat (Galesh), crosses paths with a phantom car responsible for a wave of supernatural violence. The drifter must learn to trust again if she is to end a lifetime of bad luck and to help her newfound companions survive the growing chaos and carnage. Continue reading... “Main Cast of Supernatural Thriller “Nightscape” Announced”