Portland Digital eXperience Showcases Local Animation Talent


Portland has a reputation for creating world-class animation.  Whether we’re making feature films or iconic commercials, using traditional stop-motion, CG or state of the art VFX, Portland is a hub for animation within the entertainment industry.

But what exactly do we mean when we refer to “animation”?  Beyond movies and television, animation plays an increasing role in education, business solutions and interactive experiences of all kinds.  Animation creates movement; it brings ideas to life.

On Thursday, Sept. 6 at 4:30pm Portland Digital eXperience presents  Creative Technology in Portland:  Local Innovators in Animation at Pure Space in Northwest Portland.  Continue reading... “Portland Digital eXperience Showcases Local Animation Talent”

September is a Month Full of Creative Festivals in Portland With New Ideas and New Collaborations

Almost everyone knows that Oregon’s weather is at its best in the months of July, August and September and as a result there are many events programmed in those months designed to get people outside and also designed to get people to travel to our great state.  In September there are wall to wall events now programmed for anyone that enjoys good music, cutting edge contemporary art, innovative and creative thinking, and of course world class food and drink.  These cluster of events are all on the rise and worthy of a quick breakdown so you don’t miss a great experience here in Oregon. Continue reading... “September is a Month Full of Creative Festivals in Portland With New Ideas and New Collaborations”

Now that’s the way to run a Kickstarter Campaign – XOXO Festival Gets Funded

In a matter of a few short days Andy Baio(of waxy.org) has his XOXO Festival Funded.  Unfortunately that means that if you did not already contribute you won’t be able to get a ticket to the event which is scheduled for September 13-16.  Have no fear though, there will still be opportunities to experience the event as the “Market” portion of the festival will be open to the public September 15-16.  What is so exciting about the festival is that it is yet another example of multiple worlds of creativity and tech coming together for a conversation about what is happening and what is next.  Continue reading... “Now that’s the way to run a Kickstarter Campaign – XOXO Festival Gets Funded”