Screening of “Coraline” to Benefit 3D Center
On July 28 there is a special screening of “Coraline” to benefit the 3D Center for Art and Photography. The full details can be seen here on the Oregon Animation blog.
Broadercasting: Network With Oregon’s Media Professionals
A First Look at Final Cut Pro X and Red Giant’s Magic Bullet Suite 11
Two presentations are in store for the July 13th meeting of the Portland Final Cut Pro User Group (PDXFCPUG). First up is a visit with Red Giant‘s recently released Magic Bullet Suite 11. Demonstrations of “Looks 2” and “Cosmo” will be given.
There has been a lot of hubbub from editors around the world since the recent release of Final Cut Pro X. Warren Shultz of RVI Media and Dean McCrea of TRL Media will present a first look at FCP X.
A Million Moments Stops in Portland
Earlier this year, Twentieth Century Fox launched A Year of a Million Moments, celebrating movies made memorable, quotable and unforgettable by the people who watch and embrace them. In addition to the online contest, polls and quizzes, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment has launched a mobile van tour zigzagging across the country to 18-cities over 14-weeks with the ultimate goal of donating 1 million DVDs.
The mobile tour gives film fanatics and consumers nationwide the opportunity to recreate their favorite scenes from beloved Fox movies, filmed against a green screen.
2011 Portland 48 Hour Film Project Early Bird Registration Ends Monday July 11
The 48 Hour Film Project is back in Stumptown August 5-7! That’s right, from August 5-7, the pressure cooker of creativity that is the 48HFP will explode once again in Portland. Early Bird Registration Ends this Monday July 11th, so register now to save a few bucks .
You can sign up at http://www.48hourfilm.com/portland_oregon
I’m pleased to announce that all films will screen at the beautiful and historic Hollywood Theatre again this year, and the big Portland winner will go head to head with other city winners in a no-holds barred, cage match to determine the best 48 Hour Film of 2011.
An Interview with Will Vinton
Whether you’re aware of it or not, you know of Will Vinton. He’s the man who coined and, in 1978, registered the term “claymation” to describe his films’ use of stop-motion animated clay. He’s responsible for some of the most well-recognized ad spokesmen of the twentieth century in this style – the California Raisins and the Red and Yellow M&Ms. He’s won an Oscar and multiple Emmys; all while working from his home base in Portland, Oregon.
ASIFA Portland presents Shorts3
ASIFA Portland proudly announces Shorts3, an afternoon of animation with Portland legends Joan Gratz, Marilyn Zornado, and Jim Blashfield, hosted by Dennis Nyback.
On July 24, at 1pm, at Cinema 21, we’ll be viewing new and recent works from these ground-breaking and award-winning artists, with audience Q/A and discussion. This event is free to members of ASIFA, $5 general admission.
Joan Gratz has received Academy Awards for her kinetic claypainting, and her latest animation delivers even more of the same delight.
Interview with Will Vinton on the Oregon Animation Blog
Oregon’s animation industry is as exciting as ever and the Oregon Animation blog is continuing to gear up with new posts and updates on cool projects throughout the state.
Be sure to check out the brand-new interview with Academy Award winner, Oregon native and claymation pioneer Will Vinton in particular. Vinton talks about his past projects, why he loves working in Portland, his views on shifting technology and the international animation industry. He even gives a tip to all the rising animators out there so read the entire interview here.
ASIFA Portland presents Shorts3
ASIFA Portland proudly announces Shorts3, an afternoon of animation with Portland legends Joan Gratz, Marilyn Zornado, and Jim Blashfield, hosted by Dennis Nyback.
On July 24, at 1pm, at Cinema 21, we’ll be viewing new and recent works from these ground-breaking and award-winning artists, with audience Q/A and discussion. This event is free to members of ASIFA, $5 general admission.
Joan Gratz has received Academy Awards for her kinetic claypainting, and her latest animation delivers even more of the same delight.
Change in Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service is revising the optional standard mileage rates for computing the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, medical, or moving expense purposes and for determining the reimbursed amount of these expenses that is deemed substantiated. This modification results from recent increases in the price of fuel.
The revised standard mileage rates are:
(1) Business 55.5 cents per mile
(2) Medical and moving 23.5 cents per mile
The mileage rate that applies to the deduction for charitable contributions is fixed under § 170(i) of the Internal Revenue Code at 14 cents per mile.