Blender Day @ IAICC @ The 5th Computer Graphics Meetup
Blender Day @ IAICC @ The 5th Computer Graphics Meetup aims to bridge the gap between the Blender community in China and the world, particularly aligning with the prestigious Blender Conference in Amsterdam. As the second-largest source of traffic to Blender.org, China plays a crucial role in the growing Blender community.
We shine a spotlight on education and training, as well as the importance of creative tools designed for the Asian market. Alongside artists, developers, educations, and corporate sponsors, we will celebrate all the things that make Blender the premier 3D open-source tool.
Guest Speakers
(In no particular order)
Francesco Siddi
COO of Blender,
Producer & GM of Blender Studio
Raymond D. Neoh
Founder of the Institute of Digital Media Technology (IDMT)
Olivier Amrein
Art Lead of Dreamscape Immersive, 3D/VR Artist
Stanley Yuen
Senior post-producer in the Hong Kong film industry
Catina Yiu
Lead Curriculum Designer
MAJA
Art Director of Beijing Xiangxin Culture and Art Co., Ltd
Wu Yiming
Artist and Developer of Blender Institute
Cui Xiao
ACGGIT CTO,
Organizer of Github AIGODLIKE
Tang Lipeng
Head of Blender Tool Development at 天津幻之境科技有限公司
Lu Sijie
Executive Director of TV Animation "D.W.M"
Li Jinze
Technical Director of TV Animation "D.W.M"
Li Yuguang
Rendering Technology Director of Rayvision
Gu Cheng
Founder of LeapLead Studio,
上海云视科技 AI 内容总监
Zhihao Yao
3D Designer,
Ph.D. student at Tsinghua University
Yoooki
@ Solid Studio
EDW
@ Solid Studio
Mike Ng
全球首100名顶尖 “3D视觉设计师” 之一
Pan Liu
AI Research Scientist at Intel Corporation
Meng Xuan
拾梦猫动漫联合创始人、
北京顶点视觉科技有限公司项目总监
Event Rundown
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 08:30 - 09:30 |
Other
Arrival of guests and participants
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| 09:30 - 09:45 |
Other
Theater
Speech
Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 09:45 - 10:15 |
Keynote
Theater
Blender Day Opening Keynote: The Far-Reaching Impact of Open Development
Keynote Speaker:
ENG Presentation
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| 10:15 - 10:45 |
Roundtable
Theater
Can Open Source Software Widely Used in China?
Speakers:
ENG Presentation
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| 10:45 - 11:30 |
Keynote
Theater
Blender Visual Effects Conceptualization Process and Case Studies of Actual Projects
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 10:50 - 11:30 |
Keynote
Classroom 1
Applications of Blender in Games, Products, and Animation
Keynote Speaker:
ENG Presentation
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| 11:30 - 12:15 |
Keynote
Classroom 1
Creative Design in Blender - Traditional Style Rendering and Interactive Design
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 11:30 - 11:45 |
Keynote
Theater
One-Stop Teaching Platform: Blender Studio China
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 11:45 - 12:15 |
Keynote
Theater
全球创意文化IP发展机遇与挑战
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 12:15 - 12:30 |
Keynote
Theater
Blender CG Education – Case Sharing from K-12 to Vocational Training
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 12:15 - 12:30 |
Keynote
Classroom 1
Generating 3D Character Animations From Text Prompt
* Pan Liu will participate via video
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 12:30 - 13:15 |
Other
Lunch break
|
| 13:15 - 14:15 |
Roundtable
Theater
Special Talk
Speakers:
ENG Presentation
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| 14:00 - 14:45 |
Keynote
Classroom 1
Blender Project Workflow and Collaboration Sharing
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 14:15 - 14:45 |
Keynote
Theater
Making Blender More Popular in China - Solving Problems Thoroughly Through Technology Development
Keynote Speakers:
CHI Presentation
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| 14:45 - 15:30 |
Keynote
Classroom 1
Blender 概念设定流程制作分享
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 14:45 - 15:45 |
Keynote
Theater
The Application of Blender in the TV Animation "D.W.M" & Technology Sharing
Keynote Speakers:
CHI Presentation
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| 15:30 - 15:45 |
Other
Classroom 1
Break
|
| 15:45 - 16:30 |
Keynote
Classroom 1
Blender Line Drawing and Future Plans
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 15:45 - 16:00 |
Other
Theater
Break
|
| 16:00 - 16:30 |
Keynote
Theater
Blender and Cloud Services
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 16:30 - 17:15 |
Roundtable
Classroom 1
Blender Education: Making CG Accessible for All
Speakers:
CHI Presentation
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| 16:30 - 17:00 |
Keynote
Theater
Applications of Blender in the Automotive Field
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 17:00 - 17:45 |
Keynote
Theater
The Path to Creative Realization For An Individual or A Small Team
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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| 17:15 - 17:45 |
Keynote
Classroom 1
How Interior Designers And Architects Can Be Smarter Using Blender
Keynote Speaker:
CHI Presentation
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Rayvision Technology is a premier provider of cloud computing services tailored for the visual industry in Asia. Since launching cloud rendering platforms, Renderbus (domestic platform) and Fox Renderfarm (international platform), in 2010 and 2011, respectively, Rayvision Technology has proudly served over 2 million users across more than 100 countries and regions worldwide. Its portfolio boasts numerous acclaimed films, including the Academy Award-winning "Mr. Hublot," the Annie Award-winning "Oni: Thunder God's Tale," and the Cannes-awarded "Monster," among others. Rayvision Technology is at the forefront of revolutionizing the visual cloud computing landscape with groundbreaking innovations and world-class technologies. With expertise in cloud rendering and cloud production solutions, Rayvision Technology is dedicated to establishing itself as a global leader in visual cloud computing.
3D Animation Showcase Event –
Celebrating Teenage Blender Artists in Asia
This year, over 50 teenagers have created beautiful artworks using Blender in celebrating of China’s Space Dream. We will celebrate their work at an award ceremony during the Blender Day event.
Call for Participation
We invite all Blender enthusiasts, professionals, students, and creators to showcase their innovative projects at the 2024 Blender Day in China.
This is your opportunity to present your work—whether it’s related to 3D modeling, animation, game development, architecture, visual effects, or any other applications of Blender. We welcome participants of all experience levels to share their Blender journeys, exchange ideas, and inspire the community with their work.
Contributors to the Blender Day can receive a special discount for event tickets.
Francesco Siddi
COO of Blender,
Producer & GM of Blender Studio
Currently the Chief Operating Officer at Blender, General Manager and Producer at Blender Studio. He has a professional background in industrial design and has made important contributions in 3D art and open source film projects.
Francesco Siddi is a key figure in the fields of 3D animation and open source filmmaking, best known for his work in the open source 3D creation software Blender. Over the years, he has participated in numerous Blender projects, contributing both in technical development and creative production. With a background in digital art, design, and computer graphics, Siddi's early exposure to Blender laid the foundation for his career, prompting him to deeply participate in the open source community and promote the development of collaborative projects. His career took off through his extensive work with Blender Institute, the creative arm of Blender, where he worked on several animation projects such as the 2012 sci-fi short film Tears of Steel, the 2013-2016 animated series Caminandes, which fully demonstrated Blender's animation capabilities, and the ambitious 2015 project Cosmos Laundromat, which showcased Blender's potential for complex storytelling and visual effects.
On the entrepreneurial side, Siddi co-founded Blender Cloud with Blender founder Ton Roosendaal, a platform that provides resources and tutorials for Blender users. In addition, Siddi founded Cineca, a company focused on immersive and interactive media production. His contributions to the creative and technical aspects of animation, especially in the open source movement, have solidified his key position in the field.
Raymond D. Neoh
Founder of the Institute of Digital Media Technology (IDMT)
Raymond Dennis Neoh is widely recognized as the "Father of the Chinese CG Industry." He has been instrumental in pioneering the computer graphics sector in China. Neoh founded the Institute of Digital Media Technology (IDMT), Global Digital Creation (GDC), and GDC Technology, which significantly contributed to the development of digital cinema in China. He also established the Institute of Digital Game Technology (IDGT) for game development and training in Singapore, and CG Global Entertainment (CGGE) for the International AI and Creativity Conference. Additionally, he founded the Krystal Institute and Krystal Technology, focusing on bridging the global digital divide and advancing digital transformation.
Olivier Amrein
Art Lead of Dreamscape Immersive, 3D/VR Artist
Olivier Amrein is a 3D Artist working for Dreamscape Immersive, Geneva in Switzerland. He has 24 years of experience in digital technology. He is a former artist specializing in storyboarding, editing, 3D environments, special effects, lens adjustment, digital video production and has worked for many major international companies. He has also spoken at international forums in several countries to introduce and promote the use of Blender software.
Stanley Yuen
Senior post-producer in the Hong Kong film industry
Stanley Yuen is a veteran production artist and instructor and has more than 24 years of experience in the Hong Kong film production industry. Mr. Yuen commands deep knowledge in animation, CG production, and film post-production, and is proficient in professional software such as Maya, Softimage, Alias, and Wavefront Explore.
Mr. Yuen has participated in the production of many international movies and TV series, including China's first CG movie "Thru the Moebius Strip", "Dearest Anima", "Return of the Cuckoo", "Heaven in the Dark", "The Menu", "A Simple Life", "Conspirators", "Curse of the Golden Flower", "CJ7″, and "Just Another Pandora's Box".
Catina Yiu
Lead Curriculum Designer
Catina Yiu works as a Curriculum Designer in Hong Kong, combining her background in product design with a passion for education.
She specializes in creating innovative teaching materials, managing educational projects, and enhancing student learning experiences. Catina is known for her creative approach and event planning skills, which bring a creative flair to teaching primary and secondary students.
MAJA
Art Director of Beijing Xiangxin Culture and Art Co., Ltd
MAJA is an Art Director at Beijing Xiangxin Culture and Art Co., Ltd.
He began his career in film art and visual effects concept design in 2008, accumulating over a decade of experience in visual CG for film, television, and games. His responsibilities primarily include visual effects, early concept design, storyboarding, and developing on-set design schemes, as well as serving as a visual effects director and CG director.
From 2014 to 2015, MAJA was a senior lecturer in film concept at Mars Era Education. He has contributed to the visual concept and atmosphere design for films such as Caught by the Tides, The Battle at Lake Changjin II, Mao Zedong 1949, The Thousand Faces of Dunjia, Airpocalypse, Sky Hunter, and Surprise.
Additionally, he has worked on visual effects concept design, visual concept proposals, storyboarding, and pre-visualization for television series including 3 Body Problem, The Land of Warriors, Palace of Devotion, Ultimate Note, Ancient Love Poetry, Yuci Xiao Wu Zuo, and Zhe Tian.
In the realm of gaming, he has been involved in projects such as 傲视水浒 and 新蜀山.
Wu Yiming
Artist and Developer of Blender Institute
Cui Xiao
ACGGIT CTO,
Organizer of Github AIGODLIKE
ACGGIT 和 AIGODLIKE 创始人，是一个拥有超过 340k 粉丝专注于 Blender 内容制作和插件设计的博主，同时也是一个坚定的开源信仰者。
在 Blender 知识科普方面，从 Blender2.79 开始，基于知识开源向公众提供了超过400集以上的教程《黑铁骑士Ⅰ》《黑铁骑士Ⅱ》以及其他 Blender 相关知识内容。
在 Blender 工具开发方面，发起了 Github 开源组织 AIGODLIKE，主导了 Simple deform helper（简易形变助手）、LJ-Studio（万物有灵Studio）、Place helper（放置助手）、Gesture helper（手势助手）、Camera helper（相机助手）、Light helper（灯光助手）、Popoti align helper（对齐助手）、Ppi tools（ppi助手）等 Blender 工具的设计。
在 AI 方面，主导开发了中国应用最广泛的 ComfyUI 翻译项目 AIGODLIKE-ComfyUI-Translation，同时最早将 Stable diffsuion webUI 和 ComfyUI 接入 Blender，使 Blender 成为了最早接入 AI 工作流的 DCC 软件。
Tang Lipeng
Head of Blender Tool Development at 天津幻之境科技有限公司
就职于天津幻之境科技有限公司，主攻 Blender add-on 开发，曾主导开发万物有灵、无限圣杯、Colorista、UAV 无人机路径规划等插件。专注于研究 Stable Diffusion 和 Blender 融合的 AI 生成技术。
Lu Sijie
Executive Director of TV Animation "D.W.M"
毕业于中国传媒大学动画专业（三维动画与特效艺术方向）。在校期间曾执导动画短片《象群挽歌》《海心冒险》，其中《象群挽歌》获得2023年德国斯图加特国际动画节最佳儿童作品、第十五届厦门动漫节“金海豚奖”最佳学生动画银奖、Aniwow 中国（北京）国际大学生动画“白杨奖”最佳中国动画短片奖等多项国内外奖项。
Li Jinze
Technical Director of TV Animation "D.W.M"
2022年毕业于中国传媒大学动画系，毕业设计《象群挽歌》获得2023年德国斯图加特国际动画节最佳儿童作品、第十五届厦门动漫节“金海豚奖”最佳学生动画银奖、Aniwow 中国（北京）国际大学生动画“白杨奖”最佳中国动画短片奖等多项国内外奖项。
Li Yuguang
Rendering Technology Director of Rayvision
深耕 CG 行业逾 15 年。参与渲染支持的项目有《流浪地球1、2》《深海》《长津湖1、2》《雄狮少年》《哪吒之魔童降世》《能出没》系列电影《爵迹1、2》和电视剧集《三体》等。
Gu Cheng
Founder of LeapLead Studio,
上海云视科技 AI 内容总监
顾城，离谱力 LeapLead 动画创始人、上海云视科技 AI 内容总监。
美国芝加哥艺术学院数字艺术 BFA。他致力推行融合科技、艺术、生活，创造时代感的作品。在内容上跨学科，在衍生上跨产业。
顾城目前正在制作 Blender 原创动画剧集随想曲 Capriccio。他的工作涵盖开发与整合对独立创作者、中小工作室适用的流程工具，以及发展以 Blender 和 AI 为中心的创意行业信息内容共享社区。
Zhihao Yao
3D Designer,
Ph.D. student at Tsinghua University
Zhihao Yao, Media Designer/ Developer, currently a Ph.D. student at Tsinghua University. Mr. Yao published and presented multiple first-author papers at top conferences such as CHI, SIGGRAPH ASIA, and the Blender Developer Conference. His research primarily focuses on creative tools and cross-media creation. Proficient in Blender for cutting-edge design in both software and hardware, he has launched multiple tools worldwide, drawing the attention of tens of thousands of creators.
Yoooki
@ Solid Studio
EDW
@ Solid Studio
Mike Ng
全球首100名顶尖 “3D视觉设计师” 之一
Mike 于香港理工大学系统设计及市场学（产品设计）硕士课程后创立 Mike Creative Design Studio，为不少办公室、豪宅及大型商场店铺等担任室内设计项目，工作期间不忘自我增值，考取了多项 Autodesk 、3ds Max Design 等国际认证，及参加不少国际性室内设计比赛及屡获殊荣。 Mike 现在系国内建立一个 CHOME 家俬品牌，深受国内及海外人仕爱戴，产品在深圳轰动一时，在深圳日报及 CCTV 亦曾报导过产品。 Mike 现为国内设计家俬品牌外，亦专注室内设计的项目。 CHOME 的产品亦在全中国各地销售。
奖项包括：由 3dats（Autodesk 授权出版社）评审颁赠“全球首100名顶尖 3D视觉设计师”荣誉、由国际设计师协会主办 Int'l Design Award 2008 “室内设计- 其他”类别冠军等。 European design award 及 Sit Design Award 类别冠军。
现在 Mike NG 专注于 AI, VR, UNREAL ENGINE 及 BLENDER系列，将这个最出色的软件发挥于室内设计，建筑及动画系列中。
Pan Liu
AI Research Scientist at Intel Corporation
Pan Liu is a Research Scientist at Intel Corporation. His primary research areas are deep learning and 3D character animation. He focuses on developing atheletic and cognitive intelligence for virtual characters. To achieve this, he trains multimodal LLMs that understand the world through language, vision and physics. These models can perform complex tasks in virtual environments, and are seamlessly integrated into popular 3D animation softwares such as Blender.
Meng Xuan
拾梦猫动漫联合创始人、
北京顶点视觉科技有限公司项目总监
多年广告监制及制片经验，服务汽车品牌50家+，车型车款100+。涵盖传统KV、视频物料、及AR、XR等新兴视觉技术解决方案领域。
担任院线电影、动画电影的视效制片，包括《流浪地球》《时间之子》等。
并担任原创动漫IP《疾风竞速》执行制片人。
Virginia Cheung
Conference Host
Director for China and Drucker Relationships at Drucker School of Management, Co-Director of Beijing Jiaotong University Chinese-Western Innovation Center for Management Thought and Practice
Virginia studied under Professor Bernard Jaworski, one of the world's leading authorities on Peter Drucker's management philosophy. She is Professor Jaworski's only doctoral student at the Drucker School of Management for decades, specializing in contemporizing and localizing Drucker's management principles as a "Third-Generation Drucker Scholar."
Virginia Cheung holds a PhD in Management from the Peter F. Drucker and Masatoshi Ito Management School at Claremont Graduate University. She also holds an EMBA from the Drucker School, a Master in Law and Economics (LLM) from the University of Hamburg in Germany, and an undergraduate degree in Economics from the University of Bradford in the United Kingdom.
Her research interests span the integration of both Western and Eastern thought leadership as it relates to leadership, management, and functioning society. Virginia is particularly interested in comparative research on alternative management philosophies and approaches, focusing on the relationship between Drucker philosophy and Confucianism. This includes the application of Drucker's management principles in cross-cultural contexts, such as Confucian societies, and leveraging contemporary management tools to implement Drucker's principles.