A new event is coming to my radar! CAF\u00c9, which is now in its second edition, is an event for visual effects and animation professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
CAF\u00c9 is short for Conferences, Animation, FX (Special Effects) and Expertise<\/em>, and will take place at the Palais des congr\u00e8s de Montr\u00e9al, Canada on May 16 and 17, 2023<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is the press release dated April 26, 2023:<\/p>\n\n\n\n “The second edition of the event CAFE<\/a> (for C-onference, A<\/strong>nimation, F<\/strong>X and E<\/strong>xpertise<\/strong><\/em>) will offer a rich program around the theme Explore new worlds.<\/em> On May 16 and 17, this will result in content on stimulating topics in technology and creativity in the fields of animation and visual effects. This unmissable event will showcase the creativity and innovative spirit of the sector, while providing stakeholders with a unique opportunity for networking, business development and recruitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “An unparalleled unifying event by and for visual effects and animation experts, CAF\u00c9 was designed to bring together all the specialists in the sector and showcase Quebec’s exceptional talent in the field,” says Christine Maestracci, President and CEO of the Bureau du cin\u00e9ma et de la t\u00e9l\u00e9vision du Qu\u00e9bec (BCTQ)<\/strong>, organizer of the event. Its second edition will highlight the technologies of today and the innovations of tomorrow, inspire the creativity of the next generation and celebrate the richness of the work of local and international actors. Its programming will offer inspiring panels, conferences with world-renowned guests, unforgettable business meetings and unique activities, and will remind us that Qu\u00e9bec is one of the world’s three hubs in visual effects and animation. \u00bb<\/p>\n\n\n\n Knowing the possibilities of tomorrow<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Several high-quality conferences will be offered by Quebec specialists and world luminaries. Four keynote conferences will mark the event:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Sony Pictures Imageworks and Sony Pictures Animation will unveil and comment on footage from Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse <\/em>just days before its release;<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Nick Marshall and Melaina Mace, DNEG’s Digital Effects Supervisor and CG Supervisor respectively, will reveal their approach to creating the post-apocalyptic world of the acclaimed series The Last of Us <\/em>;<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Geoffrey Baumann, Visual Effects Production Supervisor at Marvel Studios, will speak about the underwater visual effects work for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever <\/em>;<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Director Pierre Perifel and Jean-Pierre Sans, Head of Animation at DreamWorks Animation Studios, will take on a behind-the-scenes look at the animated film The Bad Guys<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 17 other presentations are on the program. Here are some of them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 The Pixar studio will discuss the RenderMan rendering tool and its future use in the context of artificial intelligence, virtual reality, etc. ;<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 WeFX will tell the story of the design stages of the character Lotion Lady from the episode “Outside” of Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities<\/em>;<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Pixomondo’s talk will focus on creating the real-time digital environment for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n All the programming can be found on the CAF\u00c9 \u00e0 https:\/\/cafe-vfx.com\/programmation-2023\/<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take stock of the issues of the moment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n An important segment of CAF\u00c9 2023 will be dedicated to the environmental aspect. It will present the details of the Let’s Go Green <\/em>program and the necessary transition of the industry to green productions. <\/em> This QFTC initiative dedicated to eco-responsible audiovisual production in Quebec promotes and encourages the implementation of sound practices at all stages of production. CAF\u00c9 will foster discussion and explore the next steps of the program to greenen the studios’ visual effects and animation productions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A research and development event will be held for a full afternoon. Organized by CDRIN and SYNTH\u00c8SE, it will bring together panels of experts from the education and professional worlds. They will look at applied research, the integration of new technologies and emerging trends in research and development in computer graphics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Network, meet and develop<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Other key components and themes of this second edition include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 La Sc\u00e8ne Partenaire: It will be possible to meet animation and visual effects specialists, who will reveal the projects they are working on and the collaborations that make the Quebec industry successful;<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 The Education Zone presented by SYNTHESIS: There will be portfolio revision activities for students and an exhibition of works printed on canvas;<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Living Spaces: They will form a relaxed place inviting participants to have a coffee, relax and exchange without having to leave the premises. The 5 to 7 taking place there will also allow visitors to network and end the day well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A showcase for the industry and its members<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n On the sidelines of CAF\u00c9, from May 15 to 17, a familiarization tour focused on visual effects and animation will allow Quebec studios and producers to make themselves known by the international guests of the event. They will discover the breadth of this sector, the diversity of our expertise and the exceptional scope of our talent and creativity. In addition to visiting various visual effects and animation studios, they will attend conferences and meet CAF\u00c9’s partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A unique opportunity to seize<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Initiative of the QFTC and produced by Productions Kaliko, CAF\u00c9 2023 will bring together more than 800 specialists and professionals in visual effects and animation. It will take place at the Palais des congr\u00e8s de Montr\u00e9al on May 16 and 17, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (open house from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n All tickets include access to conferences, programming activities and Living Spaces. Business tickets also provide access to the Business Lounge, cocktail parties and the MeetToMatch business meeting platform. For ticketing, click <\/a>here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CAF\u00c9 2023 is possible thanks to the participation of Autodesk partners, A.A. Studios, Hybride Technologies, Raynault VFX, Rodeo FX, SYNTH\u00c8SE – P\u00f4le Image Qu\u00e9bec, Tonic DNA, \u00c9cole NAD-UQAC, Framestore, Mikros Animation, Rayon FX, BUF, L’Atelier Animation, Folks VFX, Hypertec, Montr\u00e9al International, <\/strong>80 Level, Animation World Network, ACM Siggraph Montreal, Befores & afters, VES MTL and VFX Voice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n About CAF\u00c9<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n CAF\u00c9 is an annual unifying event for visual effects and animation professionals. They meet their community, discuss the latest innovations and share their knowledge in a warm and camaraderie atmosphere. In addition, they make new discoveries through conferences, business meetings, exclusive evenings, unique activities, etc. CAF\u00c9 showcases the talents of the sector while celebrating the richness of the work of local and international actors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n About the Bureau du cin\u00e9ma et de la t\u00e9l\u00e9vision du Qu\u00e9bec<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bureau du cin\u00e9ma et de la t\u00e9l\u00e9vision du Qu\u00e9bec is a non-profit organization that contributes to Qu\u00e9bec’s development and competitiveness as a world-class multiscreen production centre. It generates investments in Qu\u00e9bec through competitive tax incentive programs, the know-how of members of the sector, geographic and architectural diversity, the quality of infrastructure and the industry’s ability to export its products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n About Kaliko Productions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Productions Kaliko uses its expertise to support its clients in all stages of their project, from conception to realization while adapting as needed. Whether for production and logistics, communications and customer experience or the turnkey offer, Kaliko’s creativity and ingenuity bring all ideas to life!”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A new event is coming to my radar! CAF\u00c9, which is now in its second edition, is an event for visual effects and animation professionals. 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