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Marquise Technologies to announce real-time RAW debayering with MOSAIC™

By PVC News Staff | March 13, 2012

MOSAIC brings a major breakthrough in the processing of dailies and the grading of RAW images

Marquise Technologies announced a new debayering engine, MOSAIC™, able to playback in real-time 2D and Stereo3D RAW footage. MOSAIC™, a new technology developed by Marquise Technologies, is able to significantly increase the debayering speed of RAW images from digital cameras up to real time, ensuring a maximum image quality and DoP's will integrity. Read More

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New Animated Backgrounds Deliver A Lasting First Impression

By PVC News Staff | March 09, 2012

Digital Juice Releases All-New Animated Canvases(TM) Collection 04: First Impressions

Digital Juice® has announced the release of Animated Canvases(TM) Collection 04: First Impressions. Animated Canvases are subtle background animations that are designed to be the starting point for any video or motion graphics project. In the new Animated Canvases(TM) Collection 04, video editors and motion graphics artists will find a wide-range of subtle background animations specifically designed to highlight and frame text and images using a sophisticated mix of colors and textures. Read More

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Apple Launches New iPad

By PVC News Staff | March 08, 2012

New iPad Features Retina Display, A5X Chip, 5 Megapixel iSight Camera & Ultrafast 4G LTE

Apple® has introduced the new iPad®, the third generation of its category defining mobile device, featuring a stunning new Retina™ display, Apple's new A5X chip with quad-core graphics and a 5 megapixel iSight® camera with advanced optics for capturing amazing photos and 1080p HD video. Read More

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Testronic Labs, Kuju Entertainment and Doublesix Create Unique End-To-End Solution for Games

By PVC News Staff | March 07, 2012

Coordinated Services Offering puts Integration and Efficiencies into Game Development

Testronic Labs, Kuju Entertainment, and Doublesix Digital Publishing, sister companies of the Catalis Group, have unveiled FullCycle, an integrated, quality-focused services package for the development, digital publishing, and testing of video games. Kuju Entertainment is one of the world's leading independent game developers; Doublesix Digital Publishing has pioneered the development and publishing of digitally distributed games, and Testronic is the recognized global leader in quality assurance and compliance for games and a host of other industries. The combination of services under these affiliated companies will create an end-to-end development cycle for the games industry, which can streamline the entire process and increase savings for customers. Read More

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UK Based 3D Visual Enterprises Acquires 100% Of Irvine Based Meduza Systems LLC

By PVC News Staff | March 07, 2012

Streamlined Corporation Re-Named Meduza Systems LTD

UK based 3D Visual Enterprises has acquired 100% of Meduza Systems LLC, the Irvine, CA based award-winning developer of the 3D cameras, the Meduza TITAN and the Meduza MK1, it was announced today by Chris Cary, CEO of the newly formed combined company, re-named Meduza Systems Ltd. In streamlining the company, the executive team includes the appointments of consultants Matt Whalen, Imaging and Color Scientist and Al Mayer, Chief Mechanical Engineer and Program Manager. Meduza Systems Ltd retains offices in London, England and Irvine, CA. Read More

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Facilis TerraBlock 5.5 with Support for Linux Now Available

By PVC News Staff | March 06, 2012

Latest version of Facilis' multiplatform, high-capacity shared storage solution

The Facilis TerraBlock 5.5 Shared Storage Solution with the Facilis Shared File System for Linux is now available. New features such as integrated server spanning and mirroring, Adobe® Premiere® Pro CS 5.5 project sharing and the TX16 capacity expansion product, offer post production, broadcast and content creation professionals expanded capabilities and scalability, in addition to enhanced value and performance. Read More

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Createasphere’s Entertainment Technology Expo Wraps Engaging Event for all Participants

By PVC News Staff | March 05, 2012

Event Featured Immersive Entertainment Demos, Product Premieres, and Oscar-nominated Talent

Createasphere's Spring Entertainment Technology Expo - the top gathering of entertainment and media professionals, technical innovators, and content experts on the West Coast showcasing emerging media trends in production, post, animation, VFX, advertising, and streaming content - wrapped a full day of innovative technology reveals, trend-setting keynotes, and informative immersive demonstrations on March 1st at the LA Center Studios. The event kept attendees booked with end-to-end events and opportunities throughout the day and into the evening reception. Read More

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Academy to Break the Soundtrack Barrier

By PVC News Staff | March 05, 2012

40 Years Of Sound On Film presented by the Academy's Science & Technology Council

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Science and Technology Council will present "40 Years of Sound for Film" on Tuesday, March 6, at 8 p.m. at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Oscar®-winning sound mixers Chris Newman and Tom Fleischman will explore the intricacies of building a motion picture soundtrack using clips from such films as "Hugo," "The Silence of the Lambs" and "The French Connection." Read More

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MAXON CINEMA 4D Returns to SXSW 2012

By PVC News Staff | March 02, 2012

Company to Showcase Latest 3D Creative Solutions; Hosts Party with Austin Motion Graphics

Get into the groove with MAXON at SXSW 2012 - the singular event taking place in Austin, March 9th - 15th, where music, film and interactive initiatives support one another to inspire creativity and innovation. Read More

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Alex Buono, Saturday Night Live, and the EOS C300

By PVC News Staff | March 02, 2012

Featuring Q&A and SNL screen footage

Spend the evening with Alex Buono, Saturday Night Live's film unit DP, at the Canon Hollywood Professional Support and Technology Center. In this unique presentation, the Explorer of Light and Oscar-nominated cinematographer will share his personal experiences shooting with the EOS C300 and explains why the 1080/8-bit specs "do not tell the whole story." As a special bonus, Mr. Buono will screen footage shot with the EOS C300 for NBC's Saturday Night Live. Read More

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Accessorizing the EOS C300

By PVC News Staff | March 01, 2012

Canon's Professional Development Seminars & Workshops

Get hands-on experience with the EOS C300 and learn how to improve your productivity and creativity with a host of exciting accessories. Canon USA and industry leading accessory and rigging manufacturers will demonstrate an array of equipment designed to support the EOS C300. Mini-testing stations offer attendees the chance to try out the gear for themselves. Read More

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GDC 2012: Streamlining Game Development With Autodesk Gameware

By PVC News Staff | February 29, 2012

Autodesk to Unveil New Solutions for AAA, MMO, Mobile and Casual Game Development

At Game Developer's Conference (GDC) 2012, Autodesk, Inc. plans to unveil new versions of its Autodesk Gameware products, including an enhanced solution for mobile game development and an expanded artificial intelligence (AI) toolset. During the show, Autodesk will showcase how its latest game development solutions are helping to streamline the creation of captivating AAA, MMO, mobile and casual games -- offering product demonstrations, sponsored sessions and Autodesk MasterClasses by product and industry experts, both live in San Francisco (booth #1432, North Hall), and on its AREA community site at http://area.autodesk.com/gdc2012 . Read More

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Red Giant Releases Magic Bullet Denoiser II

By PVC News Staff | February 28, 2012

Denoiser II Cleans Up "Noisy" Footage; Free Upgrade for Magic Bullet Suite Customers Delivers Reliable Performance, Sharp Results for After Effects Users

Red Giant today released Magic Bullet Denoiser II, a completely re-built version of its popular Denoiser 1.0 tool for removing unwanted noise and artifacts from video footage. Available as a free update for Denoiser 1.0 and Magic Bullet Suite customers, Denoiser II features intelligent default settings that provide immediate clean-up results when first applied to footage. Unlike other denoising tools and methods that can blur fine detail, Denoiser II's smart default settings, along with advanced noise reducing tools, deliver sharp, clean and professional video results out of the gate. Read More

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Createasphere’s DAM Conference Grows to Largest Worldwide Gathering of Thought Leaders and Experts

By PVC News Staff | February 24, 2012

New DAM Coalition Unveiled to Keep Community Connected

Createasphere's Digital Asset Management (DAM) Conference - the leading industry event catering directly to the digital asset management community - has wrapped a highly successful two-day conference at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, covering the issues in which the entertainment, new media, retail, museums, non-profits, and government sectors are engaged. During the conference, Createasphere announced new initiatives to support and enliven the burgeoning asset management community, including a new DAM Coalition, commitment to events in New York and Europe, and the DAMMY Awards. Read More

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London Fashion Week Comes to Life with Blackmagic Design

By PVC News Staff | February 24, 2012

ATEM 1 M/E Production switcher used to cut live footage from HD-SDI video feeds

Blackmagic Design today announced that production house Brightonart Ltd built a comprehensive AV control solution around Blackmagic Design's ATEM 1 M/E Production Switcher to capture runway looks from Vauxhall Fashion Scout, the largest independent showcase of the Fall 2012 London Fashion Week. Read More

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Hollywood’s SSI Advanced Post Services Installs Teranex VC100 Video Processors

By PVC News Staff | February 24, 2012

One of Hollywood's Premiere Post Production Facilities has Installed Teranex VC100 Video Processors

Blackmagic Design today announced that SSI Advanced Post Services, one of Hollywood's premiere post production facilities, has installed Teranex VC100 video processors as part of a massive project converting various classic television shows, such as "I Love Lucy" and "Gilligan's Island," to file based formats for inflight airline entertainment systems. Read More

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Createasphere Announces 3rd Annual DAMMY Awards

By PVC News Staff | February 23, 2012

Event to be Held in New York in September

Createasphere's 3rd Annual DAMMY Awards will be held this year in New York on September 28, 2012. Deadlines and categories were announced today at Createasphere's Digital Asset Management (DAM) Conference - the leading industry event exploring the management of digital assets, media assets, marketing resources, content and information lifecycle, and storage, security and preservation - taking place February 22 and 23 at the Beverly Hilton. One of the most respected events in the industry, Createasphere's DAM Conference presents industry luminaries as well as in-depth seminars and sessions. Read More

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“Ditch Your DAM” Program Offered by Canto at Createasphere

By PVC News Staff | February 22, 2012

DAM vendor offers unique, all-new competitive upgrade program to Canto Cumulus

Canto, maker of Canto Cumulus digital asset management (DAM) software, will offer 20% off the purchase of a new Canto Cumulus system to eligible attendees of the Createasphere 2012 Los Angeles DAM Conference whose organizations use a competing DAM system. In contrast to traditional competitive upgrades, the "Ditch Your DAM" program is open to individuals, not companies. Read More

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HP and Intel To Unveil a Revolutionary New Product at Createasphere’s Entertainment Technology Expo

By PVC News Staff | February 21, 2012

Designed for the Professional Video Market, Product Makes its Debut During Hands-on Intensive March 1st

Createasphere's Spring Entertainment Technology Expo - the top gathering of entertainment and media professionals, technical innovators, and content creators on the West Coast showcasing emerging media trends in production, post, animation, VFX, advertising, and streaming content - has announced its full schedule for the March 1st Spring Expo. The tightly packed, informative day will feature keynotes and sessions, including an intensive session featuring the Hollywood unveiling of HP's Z1, the world's first 27-inch all-in-one-workstation. Createasphere will take place at the LA Center Studios in Los Angeles. Read More

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2011 Scientific and Technical Awards

By PVC News Staff | February 21, 2012

Portions of the Scientific and Technical Awards Presentation will be included in the Oscar ceremony.

The following Academy Awards for scientific and technical achievements were presented on Saturday, February 11, at the Beverly Wilshire hotel in Beverly Hills, CA: Read More

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