SIGGRAPH Spotlight

ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live at SIGGRAPH 2025 in Vancouver, we explore the Student Volunteer program and its impact on the conference experience. Steve Granados Lopez, host and production assistant at Voyage Productions, sits down with Antonio (Tony) Bonet, Student Volunteer Communications Lead, to share stories, tips, and reflections about how volunteering shapes careers, builds connections, and makes SIGGRAPH unforgettable. MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode * https://s2025.siggraph.org/conference-volunteers/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/conference-volunteers/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-granados-lopez-ab3360192/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/abonetp/?locale=es_ES *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/

SIGGRAPH Spotlight Show Notes: Episode 94 Title: 94 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: A Career of Outstanding Service From Mk Haley ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live in Vancouver, ACM SIGGRAPH Membership and Communications Chair Barb Helfer sits down with Mk Haley, recipient of the 2025 ACM SIGGRAPH Outstanding Service Award. From her beginnings as a Student Volunteer to leadership roles as program chair, conference chair, and now incoming chair of Real-Time Live! at SIGGRAPH 2026, Mk reflects on a career dedicated to innovation, education, and community. Hear her story, her passion for service, and her vision for the future of SIGGRAPH. MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live in Vancouver, SIGGRAPH 2025 Education Chair Nandhini Giri continues the conversation from the SIGGRAPH 2025 Educator’s Forum Panel: Education Disrupted. Joined by Greg Berridge, Glenn Goldman, and Derek Ham, the group explores emerging trends in education, innovative teaching strategies, and ways academia and industry can collaborate to prepare the next generation of creative professionals. Tune in for insights on lifelong learning and highlights from this year’s energizing Educator’s Day. MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode * Educator's Forum | SIGGRAPH 2025 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=gensub_205&sess=sess217 | https://www.siggraph.org/inside-siggraph/member-profiles/profile/?member=nandhini-giri | https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-berridge-260a77/?originalSubdomain=ca | https://www.siggraph.org/inside-siggraph/member-profiles/profile/?member=glenn-goldman | https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-goldman-5365b118/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-ham-ph-d-8922a342/ *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, ACM SIGGRAPH History Archive Co-Director Bonnie L. Mitchell is joined by two legends in computer graphics: Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar, and Frederic Parke, whose early innovations set the stage for decades of digital advancement. The conversation journeys through the early days of SIGGRAPH, the rapid evolution of digital imagery, and the lasting impact of a community that continues to drive computer graphics and animation forward. MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode * https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/computer-animation-festival/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=misc_159&sess=sess321 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=cafcur_101&sess=sess322 | https://history.siggraph.org/person/edwin-ed-catmull/ | https://history.siggraph.org/person/frederic-i-parke/ *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/register/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/

Kavita Bala, a Professor of Computer Science and Provost at Cornell University, and Hui Huang, a researcher from Sun Yat-sen University, dive into their influential work in computer graphics. They discuss the journey from their groundbreaking research to successful applications and startups. The conversation highlights advancements in fine-grained visual recognition, the evolution of AI integration in 3D graphics, and innovative data representation techniques. Their insights are a treasure trove for aspiring researchers seeking to make an impact in this dynamic field.

ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Computer Animation Festival Director Marina Antunes sits down with the creators of “Forevergreen”, “Wednesdays with Gramps”, and “End of Summer”. Discover the inspiration, collaboration, and creative process behind these powerful SIGGRAPH 2025 Computer Animation Festival Electronic Theater films. MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/computer-animation-festival/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=caf_472&sess=sess314 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=caf_459&sess=sess314 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=caf_417&sess=sess314 *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/register/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/

SIGGRAPH Spotlight Show Notes: Episode 88 Title: 88 – In Conversation With Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations ABOUT THE EPISODE In this special Women’s History Month episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we welcome Kalina Borkiewicz, Eveline Falcão, and Dawn Fidrick from the Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations (WOSC). They share insights on the impact of women in the SIGGRAPH community, the role of mentorship, and how WOSC has shaped their careers. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on advocacy and empowerment in the industry! MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-of-siggraph-conversations/ | fb.com/women.siggraph | instagram.com/women.siggraph/ *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/register/

ABOUT THE EPISODE SIGGRAPH 2025 Art Gallery Chair Francesca Franco sits down with Manfred Mohr, Christa Sommerer, and Laurent Mignonneau for an in-depth conversation about their journeys at the intersection of art, science, and technology. From algorithmic and generative art to interactive systems and AI, they discuss pivotal moments, groundbreaking exhibitions, and the evolving role of technology in artistic expression. MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* http://www.emohr.com/ | https://www.interface.ufg.ac.at/christa-laurent/ https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/art-gallery/ *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/register/

ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Computer Animation Festival Director Dawn Fidrick chats with Marina Antunes, Kalina Borkiewicz, Tim Cheung, John Kalaigian. These past, present, and future Computer Animation Festival directors reveal what reviewers and juries value in submissions, tease this year’s exciting program, and provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse into computer animation at SIGGRAPH. Whether you’re a veteran or a newcomer, this episode is packed with must-hear insights for submitting to the Computer Animation Festival or attending the show! MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-antunes-dias/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timc28/?originalSubdomain=hk | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfidrick/?originalSubdomain=ca | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkalaigian/ | https://www.oscars.org/oscars/rules-eligibility | https://asia.siggraph.org/2025/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/computer-animation-festival/ *Social Media* http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmcgraw/ *Conference Website* https://s2025.siggraph.org/

Join Ernest Edmonds, a pioneer in generative art, and Matthew Attard, a Maltese artist blending traditional drawing with technology, as they explore the fascinating intersection of art, technology, and nature. They discuss how algorithms can reshape artistic expression and bring forth a new understanding of natural processes. The duo shares insights from their experiences at the Venice Biennale and highlights the significance of collaboration in creativity. Tune in for an inspiring journey into how innovation transforms the art world!