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Softimage Newsletter: Issue 2, Volume 4
I am 4. SOFTIMAGE|XSI V.4.0
New Features, New Prices, New Store
The big news at NAB 2004 was the announcement of SOFTIMAGE|XSI v.4.0. The
latest version of XSI boasts some of the most innovative tools and features,
as well as new pricing and packaging that will surely entice you. We also announced
updates to our Processing and Rendering family of products
In other news, we re-launched the Softimage Store, expanding our offers to include
industry-leading software, must-have learning tools, and cool apparel. Make sure to
check it out.
And if you happen to be a Half-Life 2 enthusiast, we launched the FREE XSI EXP for
Half-life 2 at GDC 2004, a complete version of XSI that allows you to create or modify
characters, props and environments in Half Life 2.
We also have new a new show reel, customer profiles, events, the May XSI Gallery, and
more.
Read on for details!
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PRODUCT NEWS
>>>>>>i am 4. SOFTIMAGE|XSI
At NAB 2004, Softimage announced the latest version of the industry's leading nonlinear
3-D production environment. SOFTIMAGE|XSI v.4.0 delivers advanced toolsets, dramatic
performance enhancements, and significant advancements to the core architecture of the
software, including new customization, project management, and workgroup capabilities.
In addition, to bring Softimage's professional animation software to a wider audience at
breakthrough prices, this new version is now available in three distinct configurations:
XSI Advanced, XSI Essentials, and the new entry-level XSI Foundation, which is now available
in the Softimage Store for only $1995*.
Softimage is also offering amazing prices for students, teachers and academic institutions,
starting at $175*!
For more information on XSI v.4.0's powerful new features and pricing, click here.
[http://www.softimage.com/products/xsi/v4/]
Softimage has also announced new versions of its Processing and Rendering family.
Click here for more info on SOFTIMAGE|XSI Batch, BatchServe, BatchUniversal, and mental ray.
[http://www.softimage.com/Products/ProRen/]
>>>>>>XSI EXP for Half-Life 2
At GDC 2004, we announced the availability of the XSI EXP for Half-Life 2. This amazing
piece of FREE software lets gamers create their own props, characters and environments in
Half-Life 2. Not only do you get to learn the industry's best 3D content creation software,
but you also get to tweak your favorite game to your specification! To find out more about
the software, click here.
[http://www.softimage.com/products/exp/HL2/]
Once you have the software, you can share the excitement with other Half-Life 2 Modders on
our forum. This forum is but one of many cool sections in our XSI EXP for Half-Life 2
Community Center, where you will find everything you need to get the full SOFTIMAGE|XSI
experience. This Community includes more information, tools, tips and tutorials.
http://www.softimage.com/community/exp/hl2/default.asp]
>>>>>>Softimage Store
Softimage is also pleased to announce the re-launch of its online Store. Besides XSI Foundation,
the Softimage Store has a brand new inventory of the world's best software, must-have learning
materials in DVD and CD format, the coolest apparel, and more. Be sure to get your gear ASAP!
[http://store.softimage.com/store/tek9.asp?from=/store/tek9.asp]
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SOFTIMAGE LEARNING CENTER
The Softimage Store offers the best in learning materials for XSI artists.
>>>>>>Softimage Production Series Training DVDs
A 5-part series of in-depth instructional videos and example scenes that covers the
essentials of production using SOFTIMAGE|XSI. This collection of DVDs focuses on mastering
the tools and concepts in XSI to help you take your digital artistry to the next level.
Available in our Softimage Store.
>>>>>>XSI v.4.0 Tutorial Kit
Discover the power of XSI with these award-winning Softimage tutorials.
>>>>>>XSI v.4.0 Fundamentals Guide
The core concepts and key features fundamental to XSI.
>>>>>>XSI v.4.0 New Features Guide
A guide to the major new features in XSI v.4.0.
>>>>>>The Principles of SOFTIMAGE|XSI
An audio-visual overview of SOFTIMAGE|XSI in DVD format.
All availabe in the Softimage Store.
[http://store.softimage.com/store/tek9.asp?from=/store/tek9.asp]
>>>>>>XSI Training
Mesmer is offering XSI 4.0 upgrade classes. Discounts available.
[http://www.mesmer.com/?loc=/shop/products.php&qs=pid%3D103&sc=1]
For more info on training materials and classes available around the world for XSI artists,
please visit the Education section of our web site.
http://www.softimage.com/education/xsi/default.asp]
And don't forget our FREE XSI tutorials in the Tutorial Bank.
[http://www.softimage.com/education/Xsi/SelfPacedLearning/Tutorials/default.htm?]
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EVENTS. All the hippest happenings. Make sure to stay tuned for all our events.
SOFTIMAGE|XSI v.4.0 at the Art Institute in Fort Lauderdale
Monday, May 17th at 4:30pm
[http://softimage.com/community/xsi/events/more_info/media/ai2.gif]
SOFTIMAGE|XSI Character Rigging Summit
May 19, 7:30pm
Emily Carr Institute, Room 328, Lecture Theatre
South Building, 1400 Johnston St.
Granville Island, Vancouver, BC
Ron Martin of Mainframe Entertainment will dazzle you with the power of rigging in XSI.
Email: mailto:Vancouver-chapter@siggraph.org
Website:
http://vancouver.siggraph.org/First Meeting of the XSI London User Group
Thursday, June 3rd at 7:30 PM at XTFX (new authorized reseller)
[http://www.xtfx.co.uk/]
Address: 17-19 Foley Street, London, W1W 6DW, UK
For more information and registration:
[http://www.xsibase.com/xsilondon/]
Broadcast Asia 2004
June 15-18 in Singapore - in partnership with Avid S.E. Asia
Contact T K Sim for more information.
mailto:teck-kwang_sim@avid.com
SOFTIMAGE|XSI v.4.0 launch in Asia
XSI is taking Asia by storm! Check out our Events section for a complete list of cities and events.
[http://www.softimage.com/home/events/]
Experience Avid | In Motion Tour
Avid invites you to an evening of casual conversation and cutting-edge technology featuring
products from Avid, Digidesign, and Softimage.
Los Angeles, May 25
New York City, June 1
Chicago, June 9
Miami, June 16
Washington, DC, July 15
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/Events/more_info/Event_04_Exp_Avid_Motion.htm]
And more to come
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COMMUNITY NEWS. A whole lot going on...
>>>>>>Softimage Student Animation Contest 2004
Be The Hero
Softimage is pleased to announce its Student Animation Contest 2004, which seeks to recognize
the leading talent from up-and-coming animators worldwide. "Be The Hero" invites both full
and part-time students to submit a piece of animation, which could win them one of three two-part
prizes. Top prizes include a production license of SOFTIMAGE|XSI, with one year's maintenance for
the winner, plus Academic versions of the industry's leading nonlinear software system for the
winner's home institution. First prize is a production license of SOFTIMAGE|XSI Advanced, and 10
seats of SOFTIMAGE|XSI Academic Edition for theireducational institution. Get full details, rules
and submission forms.
[http://www.softimage.com/community/xsi/contests/sac2004/info.asp]
>>>>>>HOT JOBS
Animal Logic is looking for Character Animators, Rigging TDs, and more for a fully animated feature film.
Omation is seeking Animators, Modelers, Lighters, and more for their feature film The Barnyard.
Mainframe Entertainment is looking for Animators for FX and lighting on their current productions.
More hot jobs.
[http://www.softimage.com/Corporate/Careers/Jobs/default.asp?action=view&ID=all]
>>>>>>HOT TALENT
Chien ko Chung, Burnaby, BC. Expertise in 3D modeling, 3D animation, rigging, texturing, lighting,
visual effects, classical animation, character design, storyboarding, and sculpture. Details
[http://www.softimage.com/Corporate/Careers/Talent/default.asp?ID=965]
More talent.
[http://www.softimage.com/Corporate/Careers/Talent/default.asp?ID=all]
>>>>>>CUSTOMER PROFILES
DREAM JOB: Montreal's PMT Puts it all Together for Cirque de Soleil's Solstrom.
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/Mag/Cs/VOLUME_4/Issue_NAB/1.htm]
CAR 'TOON: PSYOP Helps FOX Put Pedal to Metal for NASCAR.
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/Mag/Cs/VOLUME_4/Issue_NAB/2.htm]
STRAIGHT ON TILL MORNING: R!OT Uses SOFTIMAGE|XSI to Fly Into Action on a Whole New Peter Pan.
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/Mag/Cs/VOLUME_4/Issue_NAB/3.htm]
HOW TO PLAY: UV/PHACTORY Uses SOFTIMAGE|XSI to Help Kids Create Cars and Much, Much More.
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/Mag/Cs/VOLUME_4/Issue_NAB/4.htm]
>>>>>>Video Gallery
i am 4. The new Softimage show reel. Sexy.
Softimage Games Reel 2003. Play.
Customer Testimonial Reel 2003. Compelling.
Word on the Street. Don't just take our word for it. Listen to what Ubisoft, Valve and
others have to say about Softimage.
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/video_gallery/]
>>>>>>XSI GALLERY
The May Gallery is now online! The winner of the April Gallery is Ugur Aslan. Second place
goes to Marco Di Lucca, and third place to Yanick Desrosiers and Peter Petrov Congratulations!
[http://www.softimage.com/community/xsi/galleries/v3/Gal_May04/Gal_May04.asp]
Read about previous winners here.
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/Galleries/POM_Winners/2004.asp]
Remember to submit your images today!
[http://www.softimage.com/community/xsi/galleries/form.htm]
>>>>>>Softimage Customer Program
Call for Submissions: The Softimage Show Reel
Deadline for submissions is June 25, 2004. Be sure to include all credits, 50-characters or less.
Please include your company logo in .eps or .jpeg format.All footage should be in the following formats:
Beta SP, DigiBeta, DVD, CD or Mini DV. Resolution needs to be 720 X 480 or higher for trailers or
cinematics content. In-game content also welcome. Please include a completed consent form, available here.
[http://www.softimage.com/Community/Xsi/CustProg/media/Consent_Form_102003.pdf]
>>>>>>Softimage Animation Center (SAC):
A recent addition to our customer program is the Softimage Animation Center. The SAC is the place where we
go to put together demo material. In order to maintain the level of innovation that you have come to expect
from Softimage demos, the SAC has to be well stocked with the most current and exciting work our customers
are producing.
We are looking for:
* SOFTIMAGE|XSI scene files
* Finished pieces (.AVI, .mov, .wmv)
* High resolution stills (print resolution - 300dpi)
This is content for possible inclusion in our marketing endeavors for our web site, for printed collateral,
and demo content.If interested in submitting your work, please contact Brett Lush mailto:brettl@softimage.com,
who will let you know how to submit your work, in what format, and what details to include.
>>>>>>PRESS ROOM
Avid Introduces Groundbreaking New Education Initiatives
[http://www.softimage.com/home/press/pressreleases/040513_avid_edu.htm]
Atari Creates Transformers Video Game with SOFTIMAGE|XSI
[http://www.softimage.com/home/press/pressreleases/040511_atari.htm]
SOFTIMAGE|XSI v.4.0 Defines New Standards for 3-D Content Creation
[http://www.softimage.com/home/press/pressreleases/040419_xsi_version4.htm]
Avid Unveils Industry's Most Complete All-in-One Professional Production Suite: Avid Xpress Studio
[http://softimage.com/home/press/pressreleases/040418_nab_avid_xpress.htm]
SOFTIMAGE|XSI Helps Visualize Plans for World Trade Center SiteS
[http://www.softimage.com/home/press/pressreleases/040503_archimation.htm]
Syflex announces alliance with Softimage at NAB 2004
[http://www.softimage.com/home/press/pressreleases/040418_nab_syflex.htm]
mental images Takes Realistic Graphics to New Level
[http://www.softimage.com/home/press/pressreleases/040418_nab_mental_images.htm]
*Prices in US dollars
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