SIGGRAPH Spotlight

ABOUT THE EPISODE

This episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight was recorded live in Denver during SIGGRAPH 2024. In this conversation, SIGGRAPH 2024 Labs Chair Jonah Brucker-Cohen and four Labs contributors — Brandon Ables, Julia Daser, Yi Qing Ng (Pepi), and Jeremiah Teipen — share more about the hands-on classes and demos they showcased in the Labs and how we use hardware to shift our perception of how interactive media functions and lives outside the screen.

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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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://s2024.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 VR Theater Director Yangos Hadjiyannis leads an engaging discussion with contributors Mariana Cadenas, Ilan Cohen, Marion Burger, Omid Zarei, and Anne Jeppesen. They delve into this year's innovative VR Theater content, offering visionary insights on the future of XR technology. Additionally, they explore how VR at SIGGRAPH 2024 stands apart, highlighting unique elements that make this year's experience truly exceptional.

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianacadenas/?originalSubdomain=be

Omid Zarei (@OmidZarei) / X

https://twitter.com/annejepjep

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Electronic Theater Director Dawn Fidrick welcomes four SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater contributors, Toby Cochran, Adrian Ochoa, Mo Mahler, and Bill Shannon, for an enriching discussion about the world of animation and their wonderful works of art that will be showcased this year in Denver.

Push the boundaries of what is possible at SIGGRAPH 2024! Registration is now open for the 51st annual conference, 28 July–1 August, taking place in Denver and online. Get a front-row seat to the computer graphics excellence that bridges gaps across industries and the globe. Register today!

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfidrick/ | https://www.dawnfidrick.com/ | http://www.biggrinproductions.com/ | https://globalneuroycare.org/luki-the-lights/ | https://www.als.org/ | http://momahler.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/biggrinproductions/ | https://www.instagram.com/luki_and_the_lights/ | https://www.instagram.com/als/ | https://www.instagram.com/global_neuro_ycare/ | https://www.instagram.com/mkrmvz/ | https://vimeo.com/billshannon |

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Immersive Pavilion Chair Derek Ham and VR pioneer and educator Dr. Muhsinah L. Morris dive into a discussion on immersive technologies, Dr. Morris’s work at Historically Black College and University college Morehouse, storytelling, and the metaverse, while shedding light on the evolving landscape of immersive experiences in education.

Special thank you to SIGGRAPH 2024 Media Partner, befores&afters.

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmuhsinahmorris/ | https://drmom.onuniverse.com/ | https://www.unitethemetaverse.com/ |

https://www.victoryxr.com/morehouse-college-does-it-again/ |

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GbUuiwjUbk

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Special Projects Chair Everardo Reyes engages in an insightful conversation with computer graphics pioneers David Em, and Aaron Marcus. Together, they dive into technological advancements, the nuances of art and diverse projects, share recommended resources, and collectively envision the future as we embark on the next 50 years of pushing the boundaries of computer graphics excellence.

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://www.davidem.com/ | https://x.com/amandaberkeley?lang=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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Courses Chair Ruth West engages in an insightful conversation with audio and graphics experts Aaron McLeran, Felipe Romero, and Max Hayes. Together, they delve into the fascinating realm of synesthetic connections between real-time audio and graphics within games, contemplating the future landscape of spatial and multimodal immersive experiences.

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronmcleran/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/romeroadames/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxhayes/

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Conference Chair Andrés Burbano sits down with Chief Technology Officer at Activision and frequent contributor to SIGGRAPH Natalya Tatarchuk for an in-depth discussion about Natalya's introduction into rendering, her important roles within the gaming industry, and what the future for real-time rendering techniques. Tune in for an exciting conversation that will leave you feeling inspired to be a part of the next era of computer graphics.

Push the boundaries of what is possible at SIGGRAPH 2024! Registration is now open for the 51st annual conference, 28 July–1 August, taking place in Denver and online. Get a front-row seat to the computer graphics excellence that bridges gaps across industries and the globe. Register today!

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

http://advances.realtimerendering.com/ | http://openproblems.realtimerendering.com/

http://enginearchitecture.realtimerendering.com/ | https://twitter.com/mirror2mask

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Art Papers Chair August Black welcomes distinguished artists and researchers Anna Friz, Gabriela Munguía, and Tom Sherman to discuss the art, media, and science overlap. Through the lens of this year’s Art Papers program theme, “Ambient Like the Weather,” the guests give insight into their current projects, commentary on Marshall McLuhan’s idea of acoustic space, and thoughts on emerging media formats and spaces.

Want to join in on this conversation? Join us at SIGGRAPH 2024 in Denver, 28 July–1 August, to be wowed by the latest in art and media.

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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://nicelittlestatic.com/ | https://www.gabrielamunguia.com/ | https://artmetropole.com/search?q=Tom+Sherman | https://marshallmcluhanspeaks.com/lectures-panels/living-in-an-acoustic-world | https://s2024.siggraph.org/program/art-papers/

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we rewind to some of the incredible content presented at SIGGRAPH 2023. Listen in for an excerpt of the discussion and Q&A from the special panel “Women in the Story of Immersive Technology.” David C. Brock moderates a conversation with computer graphics and immersive technology leaders Rebecca Allen, Elizabeth Baron, and Carolina Cruz-Neira, who share their experiences in the early stages of immersive technology and where it’s headed next.

Want more? Check out the ACM Digital Library for additional SIGGRAPH 2023 content, and submit your own content to SIGGRAPH 2024, taking place 28 July–1 August in Denver.

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MUSIC

Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://dl.acm.org/doi/proceedings/10.1145/3587422 | https://s2023.siggraph.org/presentation/?id=gensubcur_106&sess=sess330

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we rewind to some of the incredible content presented at SIGGRAPH 2023. Listen in for a replay of the Talk “Using Pre-visualization to Bring HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ to Life.” Learn about the collaboration behind the pre-visualization work featuring one of the show’s key sequences, and discover the endless possibilities ahead when video games and television come together. Want more? Check out the ACM Digital Library for additional SIGGRAPH 2023 content, and submit your own content to SIGGRAPH 2024, taking place 28 July–1 August in Denver.

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MUSIC

Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS

*Episode*

https://dl.acm.org/doi/proceedings/10.1145/3587421 | https://s2023.siggraph.org/presentation/?id=gensub_330&sess=sess142

*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://s2024.siggraph.org/