In its third year, the UTS: Sydney International Animation Festival returns to the University of Technology, Sydney.

 

Showcasing the latest highlights of world animation, this year’s festival also marks an increased focus on the ideas, craft and processes behind animated filmmaking, with an engaging program of expert panels, discussions and student workshops, along with the annual SIXTY40 Proto-Ninja Prize & Blue Egg Audience Choice Award.

 

In 2011 UTS: SIAF will bring you a bustling program of current animated films from here and around the globe. Featuring films not only from UTS students, but from Supinfocom school in France, a Korean films program, and Global Greats from quite literally all over the world.

 

The festival is a collaborative production between UTS, Design Architecture & Building, Arts and Social Sciences and Engineering and IT faculties and our sister-festival Melbourne International Animation Festival; supported by our festival board, programming committee and a specialised Industry Advisory Group. The festival aims to provide a platform for enthusiasts, students, academics and industry to engage in dialogue about animation and its practice in an open and participatory atmosphere.

SATURDAY 24th SEPTEMBER
SOUND OF RANGO Q & A Peter Miller will discuss his sound design for the Nickelodeon animation feature film 'Rango'.
2D vs 3D PARTICIPATORY DEBATE Join an expert panel in discussing the choice of 2D or 3D design in animation with the audience.
SUNDAY 25th SEPTEMBER
VIRTUAL LIFE Exploring whether our virtual lives are still shaped by our real life experiences or if the tide is turning.
THE MISSING KEY Director, animator and musician Jonathan Nix (with some members of his talented crew) discuss independent filmmaking in Australia in ‘The Missing Key’.
MONDAY 26th SEPTEMBER
SHOW REEL MASTERCLASS WORKSHOP Up-and-coming animators – learn how to develop your best Show Reel and get noticed.
INDUSTRY PORTFOLIO DAY A session for aspiring animators to receive feedback on their work from the top Australian creatives.
FOR KIDS ONLY
TEEN JURY (15–17 years) Put your hand up to be part of the Teen Jury. A unique opportunity to mingle with industry.
KIDS ANIMATION SCREENINGS Featuring ‘The Gruffalo’ at the Powerhouse Museum, Sat 25 and Sun 26 September. Free with entry to Powerhouse.