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Comics Events

Small Press Spotlight on Rina Ayuyang

Begins: March 14, 2009

Beginning on March 14, 2009, the Cartoon Art Museum's ongoing Small Press Spotlight will feature the art of Rina Ayuyang. Ayuyang first became interested in cartooning while growing up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she spent mornings watching MERRIE MELODIES cartoons, afternoons reading the newspaper funnies and MAD magazine, and evenings scrutinizing illustrations in various children's books right before she'd fall asleep.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, Other

Film Events

Navigating the Film Festival World

Begins: March 12, 2009

The American Cinematheque continues its program of one night seminars for filmmakers. The American Cinematheque debuted its Filmmaking Seminars for Filmmakers and other artists in September 2007 with the concept of offering concrete, practical information on a variety of filmmaking, marketing, creative and business practices at a very reasonable cost to the many independent filmmakers working in the Los Angeles area.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Business / Management, Documentaries, Features, Live Action, Short Films, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Other

Free Events

Free Boinx Software Webinars

Begins: March 10, 2009

Boinx Software will offer free interactive web seminars and FAQ sessions to help users get the most out of BoinxTV, FotoMagico and other Boinx Software products. Beginners and pros alike can talk directly with product managers and developers to ask them questions and learn about advanced techniques to make their own workflow more efficient and productive.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, New Media, Web / Internet, Other

Events

Day Out With Thomas 2009: The Hero of the Rails Tour

Begins: March 7, 2009

Thomas the Tank Engine welcomes friends aboard as he steams across the nation visiting more than 45 heritage railroads in the U.S. and Canada as part of the "Day Out With Thomas 2009: The Hero of the Rails Tour" presented by HIT Ent. and sponsored by The LEGO Group. This fun-filled event offers preschoolers and their families the opportunity to take a ride on a 15-ton replica of Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the THOMAS & FRIENDS series, on PBS KIDS and PBS KIDS Sprout, and features a variety of THOMAS & FRIENDS-themed entertainment.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Screenings, Animation, Television, Other

Comedy Events

An Evening with Dana Gould

Begins: March 6, 2009

On the eve of the release of LET ME PUT MY THOUGHTS IN YOU, SF Comedy favorite Dana Gould's newest special and DVD release, the Cartoon Art Museum welcomes Gould for a special presentation on Friday, March 6, from 7 to 8 p.m. Gould is a veteran stand-up comedian and comedy writer, and recently spent seven years as a staff writer on THE SIMPSONS, the longest-running television comedy of all time. Cartoon Art Museum Curator Andrew Farago will conduct an interview with Gould, to be followed by a Q&A session with the audience.

In Event Types: Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Television, Other

Events

MoCCA Watchmen Benefit Screening March 5

Begins: March 5, 2009

This once-in-a-lifetime evening begins with a reception at MoCCA for "The Art of WATCHMEN" exhibition, continues with an advance screening of WATCHMEN, based on the graphic novel co-created and illustrated by Dave Gibbons, and concludes with an author signing of WATCHMEN PORTRAITS by Clay Enos.

Tickets are available online, by visiting or calling MoCCA, Tuesday-Saturday at 212-254-3511. Tickets are $100 or $75 for MoCCA members.

All proceeds from this special event go to support MoCCA programming.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Screenings, Features, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Other

Comics Events

WonderCon 2009

Begins: February 27, 2009

Coming off its biggest and most successful year ever, WonderCon is gearing up for its 23rd year as a Bay area tradition. The comics and popular arts convention returns to Moscone Center South for another three-day weekend run on February 27 through March 1. More than 29,000 people attended the show in 2008, and 2009 promises to be another incredible convention experience for fans from all over.

In Event Types: Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Visual Effects, Other

Thinking Experimental Animation Before William Kentridge: An Art Historical U-Turn

Begins: February 27, 2009

Chair of Panel: Dr. Janeann Dill

In Event Types: Discussion, Animation, Features, New Media, Short Films, Special, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Other

Events

REMEMBERING FORREST J ACKERMAN

Begins: February 26, 2009

A day to remember a man who changed innumerable lives for the better.

In Event Types: Discussion, Screenings, Other

Technology Events

Hollywood Post Alliance's 15th Annual HPA Technology Retreat

Begins: February 17, 2009

Offering an up close view of the latest in cinema, television, and related technologies, and insight into the ideas that will shape the industry's future, the Hollywood Post Alliance's 15th Annual HPA Technology Retreat will be held February 17-20 at the Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, California.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Business / Management, Interactive, Special Effects, Visualization, Visual Effects, Other

World Events

Toy Fair 2009

Begins: February 15, 2009

Toy Fair is the largest international toy trade show in the Western Hemisphere where the newest and hottest products in the children's entertainment marketplace are exhibited. It is the premier meeting place for manufacturers, retailers, importers, licensors and reps from around the world.

Toy Fair 2009 will take place February 15-18, 2009 (Sunday-Wednesday) at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and showroom locations in the Toy District.

In Event Types: Conferences, Animation, Features, Live Action, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Other

Women In Animation Int'l's Initiative Is To Party

Begins: February 13, 2009

Women In Animation International is buying the first round of wine, courtesy of Toon Boom, at KidScreen Summit in New York. The cork will pop on Friday, February 13 at the Hilton's Bridges Bar at 5 p.m.

Meet WIA hosts, Rita Street, Jan Nagel, Heather Kenyon, Lisa Goldman and Joan Vogelesang, CEO of Toon Boom. No need to be a member, just bring a business card to get in.

Visit and join Women In Animation at www.womeninanimation.org.

In Event Types: Discussion, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Television, Web / Internet, Other

Oscars Events

Meet the Oscars, Chicago

Begins: February 13, 2009

For the first time, Oscar fans in Chicago will be able to hold an actual Oscar statuette and have their photo taken at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' "Meet the Oscars, Chicago." The exhibition will open Friday, February 13, at The Shops at North Bridge on Michigan Avenue, and run through Sunday, February 22, the night of the 81st Academy Awards presentation. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Chicago is the only city to host a "Meet the Oscars" exhibition this year.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, Documentaries, Features, Live Action, Short Films, Other

Animation Events

Chris Robinson in Conversation with Ellen Besen

Begins: February 10, 2009

Canada's leading independent animation filmmakers are scattered all across the country. Veteran programmer and writer Chris Robinson chronicles his long distance, year long quest to meet them in CANADIAN ANIMATION: LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO HAPPEN (Indiana University Press). Robinson will discuss his findings with acclaimed animator Ellen Besen, and show film clips to punctuate their conversation. -- A This Is Not A Reading Series event presented by Pages Books & Magazines, University of Indiana Press, EYE WEEKLY, Gladstone Hotel, Take Five On CIUT and Toronto Animated Image Society (TAIS).

In Event Types: Discussion, Animation, Features, Short Films, Other

Film Events

Las Vegas International Film Festival

Begins: February 7, 2009

The Las Vegas International Film Festival is one of Las Vegas’ premiere film events, taking place annually in the heart of the entertainment capital of the world. Dedicated to showcasing and promoting the finest quality films and screenplays that the entertainment world has to offer, our mission is to bridge the gap between independent film audiences and filmmakers, as well as to connect emerging filmmakers with established industry professionals.

In Event Types: Competitive Festivals, Discussion, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Features, Short Films, Other

Events

24: Redemption Photography Exhibit Moves to Paley Center in New York

Begins: February 6, 2009

On the heels of a run at The Paley Center for Media in Los Angeles, the "24: REDEMPTION -- Captured in Africa" exhibit is traveling to the Paley Center in New York for a two-month stay. The exhibit is composed of a stunning collection of photographs shot by five members of the Emmy Award-winning FOX drama's creative team during the filming of 24: REDEMPTION last year.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Other

Cartoon Events

Cartoon Dump with Frank Conniff, Andy Kindler and Mary Lynn Rajskub

Begins: January 31, 2009

Cartoon Dump combines sketches, songs, puppets, stand-up comedy and crappy cartoons to create a uniquely disturbing and hilarious experience. For the past year it has played to sold-out audiences at the Steve Allen Theater in Hollywood. It stars Frank Conniff ("TV's Frank" from MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000), Erica Doering, and a rotating cast of deranged characters. The incredibly awful cartoons are curated by animation historian Jerry Beck.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Short Films, Other

Digital Events

NEW -- Upsizing: Reinventing Yourself And Your Career For The New Digital Economy

Begins: January 29, 2009

A course that will help you make more money, taught by Shelly Palmer. Palmer is offering 15 percent off to Women in Animation members (use code "WIA" when registering). The course is January 29, 2009 at 630 Second Ave in New York City as the January 22 course has already sold out.

Who Should Take This Course:

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Web / Internet, Other

Events

Golden Gate Comics Workshop and Poster Exhibition

Begins: January 25, 2009

The San Francisco Arts Commission, in collaboration with the Cartoon Art Museum, will present a Golden Gate Comics Workshop on Sunday, January 25, 2009 from 1-4 p.m. at the Cartoon Art Museum, located at 655 Mission Street between Montgomery and 3rd Streets in San Francisco's South of Market District. The artists Briana Miller and Thien Pham will present demonstrations of comic book techniques and a hands-on silk screen workshop that is open to the public and free of charge.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Other

Events

DreamWorks Animator Devin Crane to Be Showcased at the Corey Helford Gallery

Begins: January 24, 2009

DreamWorks animator Devin Crane will debut his latest collection of art at the Corey Helford Gallery in Culver City titled "Love and Tears." Bombarded by the daily reports of America's economic decline, Crane's showcase examines America's obsession with excess in relation to the manifested need for love and interpersonal connection. Inspired by Crane's own personal experiences and pain from a series of relationships, "Love and Tears" captures the essence of 15 subjects and their endless quest for true love.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Animation, New Media, Other

Digital Events

Upsizing: Reinventing Yourself And Your Career For The New Digital Economy

Begins: January 22, 2009

Who Should Take This Course:People of all ages who are interested in learning how to make more money in the digital age. If you are thinking of starting your own business, working from home, becoming a consultant or just defending and keeping your job in this new, highly competitive digital world, you should take this course.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Web / Internet, Other

Events

Glenn Vilppu-free slide lecture -Italian Sketching Tour

Begins: January 20, 2009

Glenn Vilppu will present a free slide lecture featuring his travel sketches and his 2009 Sketching tour to Italy. He will also show his famous sketchbook set up, which contains everything he needs for sketching and painting at home and abroad.

The Tour of Dreams - June 15-2009 -highlights Venice, Padua, Lake Magiore and Lake Como.Artists of all skill levels are welcome, as well as non- artists. You will enjoy lectures, demos, individual critiqes, museum visits and sightseeing.

Please join us for a chance to meet Glenn and see his sketches at:

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Other

Festival Events

Honolulu International Film Festival

Begins: January 17, 2009

The Honolulu International Film Festival is a crossroads of the world, bridging the gap between East and West on the pristine island of Oahu, Hawaii. Surrounded by the sparkling Pacific and spectacular scenery, the Honolulu International Film Festival recognizes outstanding achievement in filmmaking from around the world. It is our mission to showcase the finest independent cinema the world has to offer while helping to advance the careers of promising filmmakers by providing a platform through which their talents can be recognized.

In Event Types: Competitive Festivals, Discussion, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Features, Short Films, Television, Other

Anime Events

The World of Anime Fandom

Begins: January 16, 2009

DC Anime Club and Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of

Japan Present “The World of Anime Fandom” on Friday January 16, 2009 at 6:30pm.

During this event DC Anime Club will explain via a power point presentation about the

World of Anime Fandom from what is Anime (Japanese Animation) and

Manga (Japanese Comics), special anime conventions that are held around the US to

explanations for all the parents who wonder why they’re child is so in awe about

Anime and Manga.

In Event Types: Conferences, Other

Events

Disney Rep To Address Local Businesses at Luncheon for Red Stick

Begins: January 16, 2009

The Red Stick International Animation Festival will host a luncheon for the local business community on Friday, Jan. 16 to outline the economic development benefits the festival brings to Baton Rouge and tell them how their companies can become part of the event.

The inaugural Red Stick Ink & Paint Club Luncheon will take place from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Heidelberg Ballroom of the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center on Lafayette Street downtown.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Other