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BY ANIMATIONXPRESS.COM TEAM    The Department of IT, BT & ST Govt. of Karnataka and the Association of Bangalore Animation Industry (ABAI) has joined hands for the second consecutive year, to extend their co-operation for the real benefit of the AVG industry.The unique Summit on Animation, Visual Effects & Gaming featuring the leadership of the industry – KAVG SUMMIT 2011 is being organised by on 15th & 16th September 2011. The venue of the Summit will be the Nimhans Convention Center at Wilson Garden, Bangalore. "This Summit will serve to strengthen the Government‘s initiatives for the fast growth of the AVG industry in Karnataka and to ensure the State to be a leader in the Indian scenario", said M. N. Vidyashankar, Principal Secretary of IT & BT & ST Govt. of Karnataka. "We have seen an overwhelming growth in the visual effects, gaming & animation industry and are proud that the State is now contributing to some of the world‘s best products in this area", he added. The Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming & Comics Industry in India has achieved a significant growth over the past few years with a CAGR of 26% during 2006-2010 and is now INR 646 billions (2010) as established by PWC. Karnataka has become a strong value proposition in the Indian AVGC landscape and is rapidly becoming the preferred destination for International & Local Initiative in this space. Many of the major international and local players have set up shop and some of the world‘s top productions are produced in Bangalore. "We are sure that with the support of the Government, Bangalore will continue to grow not only in its present eminence in serving Hollywood, but will also start partnering with regional and local initiatives", said Biren Ghose, Chairman of ABAI. "The aim of the summit is to foster the development and growth of the industry and provide an active confluence of thought between industry, government, academia, technology & the investment community", said Balakrishna, President of ABAI. "A policy initiative of the Government of Karnataka is likely to be discussed and articulated at this summit", he added.

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19 August 2011 03:16 PM
BY FARHATNAZ ANSARI

Karnataka State government will be the first state in the country to announce a policy for the growing Animation and Gaming industry. The Department of IT, BT and S&T, of the Karnataka State Government currently is in the process of collecting inputs from the Animation Industry and in particular from the Association of Bangalore Animation Industries (ABAI) for the same. Based on the inputs, a Policy is being worked out and would be submitted to the Government for clearance. The Government is working towards announcing the Policy during the State‘s flagship event, Bangalore IT.biz 2011 scheduled from 18th to 20th, October 2011

Talking to AnimationXpress.com M. N. Vidyashankar, Principal Secretary, e-Governance Department & Principal Secretary (I/c.), IT, BT and S&T Dept. said, "The State Government realizes the growing importance of Animation and Gaming all over. The Indian Animation Industry is growing at a CAGR of about 22% compared to the global Animation market growing at 10%. Bangalore is the Tech-Capital and is the largest hub for Animation and Gaming. It is necessary to further promote the Tech-based industry. A separate Policy for the Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects Industry is under consideration of the Karnataka State Government".

The Policy would generally aim at promoting the growth and development of the Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects industry. Capacity building would be the focus as the industry depends to a large extent on artistic talent. Besides, certain fiscal incentives and concessions would be offered in the upcoming policy.

"Karnataka has a rich and diverse heritage of art and culture. The State has talented artists but not well equipped with technology. The Animation industry requires technologically trained artists in order to meet the growing animation market. A Policy focusing on capacity building is the need of the hour", M. N. Vidyashankar added.

State Government organizes flagship event on ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) every year. 14th edition of the event- Bangalore IT.biz – is scheduled from 18th to 20th October 2011. This is the only event of the country which evinces a lot of interest from the global and domestic ICT industry. The event has been instrumental to a large extent in showcasing the ICT strengths and opportunities of the State.

Currently, the Department of IT, BT and S & T, is in constant interaction with the Animation industry and is sharing inputs. The draft policy is in the final stages.

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‘Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive. This facility makes it the most versatile and explicit means of communication yet devised for quick mass appreciation’- Walt Disney.

Animation is about bringing to life believable characters within a story that moves and inspires audiences. SiliconIndia is organizing the ‘Animation Summit 2011’where you can get a peek into an animator’s world and experience the making of animated characters from very close quarters. A chance to meet professionals who are involved in bringing the pictures alive with their creation and expertise.

The sheer variety and range of development in the field of animation is amazing and overwhelming for the multimedia designers and creators today. Art directors, designers, documentation specialists, interface designers, visual effect designers, interactive script writers, technical leads, sound producers, special effect experts, videographers, students and venture capitalists will converge on a single platform to exchange views on creation and innovation in the animation space today.

An exclusive line up of speakers, interaction and impressive sessions will sum up the creativity packed day.

Sessions:
Folklore Storytelling and its Adaptation into Modern Culture
VFX Animation: Animating for Live-Action Films
3D Animation - The Craft of Character Performance
Pre-production for short films
Developing Strong Characters for Animation
Acting for Animators, Animated Characters
Comic Book Page: The Making
How to Make Sound a Full Collaborator in the Storytelling Process
Feature film animated effects

DATE: September 10th, 2011 (Saturday)
TIME: 8.45 AM to 5PM
VENUE: Nimhans Convention Center,Near Diary Circle,Bangalore-560029.

We have limited Seats! Registrations OPEN FROM TODAY!!
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http://www.siliconindia.com/events-register/AnimationConference2011-Bangalore-AnimationConference2011.html

Block your seats now. There is a registration fee of Rs 500 only. This is towards: Access to Sessions, Tea/ Coffee & Refreshments and Lunch.

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