SIGGRAPH Spotlight

ABOUT THE EPISODE In the spirit of SIGGRAPH 2023, this episode reflects on the past and how it’s led us to the bold and imaginative future ahead through the lens of NASA. SIGGRAPH 2023 Electronic Theater Director Kalina Borkiewicz catches up with Jim Blinn and Dan Goods, who share insights and stories from their experiences with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). They also discuss what pop culture gets right about space travel and exploration and what’s on the horizon for space discovery in the future. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.jimblinn.com/magrathea | https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/thestudio *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://s2023.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE This SIGGRAPH Spotlight episode features well-known and successful artists and curators in the industry. Join SIGGRAPH 2023 Art Papers Chair Nicolas Henchoz as he moderates a discussion between Paola Antonelli, curator for Design and Innovation at the MoMA in New York City, and Martin Honzik, chief curatorial officer of Ars Electronica Linz. Hear their thoughts on tech-driven innovation, the evolution of the metaverse, the relevance of design in today's society, and more. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || *Episode* https://www.instagram.com/paolantonelli | http://neveralonegame.com/ | https://ars.electronica.art/festival/en/ *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://s2023.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE SIGGRAPH 2022 Student Volunteer Program Chair Diana Arellano sits down with Technical Art Manager Mila Feijóo and Production Supervisor Dení C. Gloria to discuss leadership as Latina women in the computer graphics industry. Tune in to part two of this two-part SIGGRAPH Spotlight mini-series. || MUSIC Podcast theme, “SIGGRAPH,” composed by Julius Dobos || LINKS *Episode* https://www.linkedin.com/in/milafeijoo/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/denigloria/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7517107/ *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://s2023.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE Whether you caught it on the livestream or hearing it for the first time, revisit this special re-airing of a SIGGRAPH 2022 Roving Reporter interview featuring Aaron Hertzmann and Rebecca Strzelec. Listen in to an insightful discussion about creating and appreciating art, as well as favorite SIGGRAPH moments and memories. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *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://s2023.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE This special two-part SIGGRAPH Spotlight mini-series features incredibly gifted Latinas in the computer graphics field. In part one, join Diana Arellano, SIGGRAPH 2022 Student Volunteer Chair, as she sits down with Laura Morales Laines and Ana Cecilia Balliache Liendo to learn more about their careers, heritage, experiences working abroad, and upcoming projects. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.instagram.com/corazonjaguar | https://skydance.com/news/skydance-new-media-joins-forces-with-marvel-entertainment-to-create-an-all-new-interactive-title/ | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2f5JMCX1-7I&ab_channel=Skydance *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://s2023.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE Whether you waited in line to experience “Imagraph” in Vancouver or not, you don’t want to miss this deep dive behind the scenes of this popular SIGGRAPH 2022 Art Gallery project. Listen in as SIGGRAPH 2022 Art Gallery Chair Daria Tsoupikova speaks with “Imagraph” creator Goki Muramoto. Hear about the inspiration behind the project and why Muramoto chose to focus on sight and the eyes, and enjoy a lively conversation between these two artists. A special thank you to Miho Aoki, who served as a translator for this episode. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.goki-muramoto.com/ | https://dl.acm.org/doi/proceedings/10.1145/3532837 *Media Partner* https://www.artstation.com/ *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://s2022.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE As SIGGRAPH looks ahead to celebrating its 50th conference, SIGGRAPH 2023 Conference Chair Erik Brunvand catches up with three SIGGRAPH “historians” — Dave Kasik, Mary Whitton, and Bonnie Mitchell — who each bring a unique perspective about the past 50 years of the conference. Listen in to hear stories of SIGGRAPHs’ past and hear their bold predictions for the future of computer graphics and interactive techniques. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* Share Your SIGGRAPH Memory by 1 October: bit.ly/enter-siggraph-memory | https://dl.acm.org/ | https://www.siggraph.org/siggraph-events/conferences/ *Media Partner* http://www.postperspective.com/ *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://s2022.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE SIGGRAPH 2022 VR Theater Director Yangos Hadjiyannis (Kreis Immersive Spaces) sits down with Félix Lajeunesse and Paul Raphaël, co-founders of Felix & Paul Studios, to discuss their Emmy Award-winning immersive studio, their biggest projects over the years and what they are bringing to SIGGRAPH 2022. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.felixandpaul.com/ | https://twitter.com/felixandpaul?lang=en | https://www.omersventures.com/portfolio/felix-and-paul/ | https://www.issnationallab.org/implementation-partners/felix-and-paul-studios/ *Media Partner* https://beforesandafters.com/ *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://s2022.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE SIGGRAPH 2022 Community Engagement Chair Courtney Starrett (Texas A&M University) sits down with Author of “Design for Belonging” Susie Wise (Mira Fellowship) to discuss the Design for Belonging framework, how to reduce othering and how to build belonging within our community. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* http://www.courtneystarrett.com/ https://www.designforbelonging.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-wise-33b4a0/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-starrett-2133517/ *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://s2022.siggraph.org/ *SIGGRAPH 2022 Chair: LinkedIn Article* https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/moving-forward-full-speed-siggraph-2022-munkhtsetseg-nandigjav/?trackingId=sK01A7YwQ5WcpErPXww8pg%3D%3D

ABOUT THE EPISODE Looking for a deep dive on display tech? SIGGRAPH 2022 Immersive Pavilion Chair Derek Ham (North Carolina State University) sits down with Light Field Lab CEO Jon Karafin to discuss the technology his company is developing, SolidLight, and how it fits into the greater display tech landscape, as well as how it differs from traditional notions of holography. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* https://www.lightfieldlab.com/ | https://www.rollingstone.com/culture-council/articles/holograms-future-entertainment-advertising-1268769/ *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://s2022.siggraph.org/