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Screening – DUNE: PART TWO IMAX (WASHINGTON)
When: Sat Mar 16, 2024 11:00am to 04:00pm PDT

VES members are cordially invited to a Movie & Pub Event, hosted by the VES Washington Section Saturday, March 16, at the Regal Issaquah Highlands (940 NE Park Drive, Issaquah, WA) for a screening of DUNE: PART TWO.

VES-Washington has purchased a limited number of reserved seating tickets to see a screening of DUNE: PART TWO in IMAX.  After the show, we’ll convene at the nearby Ram Restaurant and Brewery —  first drink’s on us — to discuss the movie, and the enjoy the fellowship of our VES colleagues. Showtime is 11:00am.  Please arrive early so we can be sure you’re admitted to the screening.

Please note that this is not one of our usual studio-sponsored screenings. The Washington Section has purchased these individually reserved seats, so they will be available on a strict first-come, first-served basis, and to WA-VES members only (no guests). We have space for maximum 20 people to RSVP (use the RSVP button below). Please get your RSVP in as soon as possible to ensure your spot. 

If you RSVP and then expect you won’t be able to attend (or have a problem with your RSVP), please let us know ASAP at washington@vesglobal.org so we can make space for someone else.  If you would like to bring a guest to the same screening, please purchase their tickets separately and contact us as we may be able to coordinate seats.


VES Washington Spring 2024 Outreach Event
When: Tue Feb 27, 2024 07:00pm to 09:00pm PST

 

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Tuesday, February 27th, 2024, 7-9p
Mox Boarding House
13310 Bel-Red Rd,
Bellevue, WA 98005

We’re calling on all Artists, Producers, Coordinators, and Educators with a at least  5 years experience in Games, AR, VR, Film, TV, VFX, Education and related creative industries!

VES-WA Members are encouraged to attend and invite industry colleagues who are interested in learning more about joining the VES Washington Section. This is a great opportunity for current members to mix and mingle with your peers — and maybe even play some boardgames in Mox’s famous private rooms.

There will be food, drinks, and games — our treat!

The Fall Membership application deadline is Friday, March 15th. Be sure to bring a guest or two as the event will provide valuable information about the benefits of VES membership. We can even help get their applications started that night!


22nd Annual VES Awards Nomination Event
When: Sat Jan 13, 2024 04:00am to 03:59am PST

The 22nd Annual VES Awards season is underway, and it’s going to be more exciting than ever! Nomination Event to be held worldwide on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

This year we will have virtual and in-person Nomination Events. Current VES members can apply to judge on ANY in-person event that you can travel to or or ANY virtual panel in ANY time zone. This is the must-attend event of the awards season. You will see exclusive behind-the-scenes clips of the most striking visual imagery of 2023, and you’ll enjoy the single best networking opportunity of the year! Don’t miss your chance to meet the best and brightest in the VFX field, catch up with old friends, and learn about new VFX techniques. Plus, you’ll have the satisfaction of helping to decide the best work to be presented to our colleagues in the industry and the press, as well as fans across the globe.

The Nomination Event is an all-day event and judges will receive details about specific times closer to the event. Please apply to a specific in-person location, or a particular time zone of a virtual panel (view the Region Map for the time zone that best fits your schedule). Please submit your Judge Application early to make this year’s VES Awards Nomination Event successful.

-The 22nd Annual VES Awards Committee

JUDGE APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED please contact cassidy@vesglobal.org with any questions


VES Washington Holiday Party
When: Thu Dec 07, 2023 07:00pm to 09:00pm PST

You and a guest are invited to join us for the 8th Annual VES Washington Section Holiday Party!

 

Thursday December 7th 2023
7:00-9:00pm

Mox Boarding House
13310 Bel-Red Rd
Bellevue WA 98005

We’ll have food, drink, games, and great conversations with friends, old and new! Here’s your chance to close out our crazy 2023 and look forward to new beginnings in 2024. Share your adventures from last year and aspirations for the next.

Please RSVP below for you and your guest (21+) soon! There’s limited space, so be sure to get your reservation early.

 

Thanks for being a part of VES Washington!

Happy Holidays and we look forward to seeing you there!


Screening of CLAYDREAM - One Night Only
When: Thu Nov 09, 2023 06:00pm to 08:30pm PST

VES members and guests, join us for a very special, one night only screening on November 9th of CLAYDREAM, a behind the scenes look into the rise and sudden fall of Will Vinton Studios.

This screening will be hosted by DigiPen and Matt Brunner at 6pm in the DigiPen Institute of Technology Plato Auditorium.  There will be a talk and Q&A with Matt following the screening.  Matt is an Associate Professor at DigiPen, who began and ran the CG department at Will Vinton Studios before it became Laika Studios in 2005.

VES members, please RSVP below (you must log in first to RSVP)
Thursday, November 9th 2023 at 6pm
DigiPen Institute of Technology
Plato Auditorium
9931 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA 98052


VES-Washington Section: Movie & Pub Night (The Creator)
When: Tue Oct 17, 2023 07:20pm to 10:00pm PDT

VES members are cordially invited to a Movie & Pub Night, hosted by the VES Washington Section Tuesday October 17, at the Regal Issaquah Highlands (940 NE Park Drive, Issaquah, WA) for a screening of THE CREATOR.  We enjoyed the recent VES screening in Seattle so much that we wanted to give others a chance to enjoy it with us again.

VES-Washington has purchased a limited number of reserved seating tickets to see a screening of THE CREATOR directed by Gareth Edwards.  After the show, we’ll convene at the nearby Ram Restaurant and Brewery —  first drink’s on us — to discuss the movie, and the enjoy the fellowship of our VES colleagues. Showtime is 7:20p.  Please arrive early so we can be sure you’re admitted.

Please note that this is not one of our usual studio-sponsored screenings. The Washington Section has purchased these individually reserved seats, so they will be available on a strict first-come, first-served basis, and to WA-VES members only. We have space for maximum 20 people to RSVP (use the RSVP button below). Please get your RSVP in no later than Sunday, October 15th by 11pm to ensure your spot. 

If you RSVP and then expect you won’t be able to attend (or have a problem with your RSVP), please let us know ASAP at washington@vesglobal.org so we can make space for someone else.  If you would like to bring a guest to the same screening, please purchase their tickets separately and contact us as we may be able to coordinate seats.


Webinar - Understanding VES Member Assistance Program for Canada & US (Online)
When: Wed Oct 11, 2023 12:00pm to 02:00pm PDT

Click here to RSVP

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 12:00PM (PDT) & 3:00PM (EDT)

Mark your Calendars! The Visual Effects Society and TELUS Health (formerly Lifeworks) will present an overview of the services offered as part of the FREE VES Member Assistance Program. Don’t miss this chance to find out about the mental health, fitness, legal, financial, online resources, and more that are part of this amazing program. Don’t miss learning about all of these phenomenal benefits specifically for VES members throughout Canada and the United States!


Screening - THE CREATOR w/ Director + VFX Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sat Sep 30, 2023 11:00am to 02:15pm PDT

VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of 20th Century Studios’ THE CREATOR followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers

Panelists will include Director Gareth Edwards, Visual Effects Supervisor Jay Cooper and On-Set Visual Effects Supervisor Andrew Roberts, moderated by VES Board Treasurer Jeffrey A. Okun, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESCREATOR, in your tweet.) Due to studio security, all guest names must be entered in order to get onto the lot.

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


VES Washington Fall 2023 Membership Drive
When: Tue Aug 29, 2023 07:00pm to 09:00pm PDT

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Tuesday, August 29th, 2023, 7-9p
Mox Boarding House
13310 Bel-Red Rd,
Bellevue, WA 98005

We’re calling on all Artists, Producers, Coordinators, and Educators with a minimum 5 years’ experience in Games, AR, VR, Film, TV, VFX, Education and related creative industries!

VES-WA Members are encouraged to attend and invite industry colleagues who are interested in learning more about joining the VES Washington Section. This is a great opportunity for current members to mix and mingle with your peers — and maybe even play some boardgames in Mox’s famous private rooms.

There will be food, drinks, and games — our treat!

The Fall Membership deadline is Friday, September 15th. Be sure to bring a guest or two as the event will provide valuable information about the benefits of VES membership. We can even help get their applications started that night!


Screening - GRAN TURISMO (Seattle)
When: Sat Aug 26, 2023 11:00am to 01:15pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Sony Pictures’ GRAN TURISMO

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - MUTANT MAYHEM in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sat Aug 05, 2023 12:00pm to 01:39pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Paramount Pictures’ TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES – MUTANT MAYHEM

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - ELEMENTAL in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jun 18, 2023 12:00pm to 01:55pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Pixar Animation Studios’ ELEMENTAL

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - THE MACHINE (Seattle)
When: Sun Jun 04, 2023 12:00pm to 01:52pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a Screening of Sony Pictures’ THE MACHINE

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - THE LITTLE MERMAID in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun May 28, 2023 12:00pm to 02:15pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ THE LITTLE MERMAID

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, May 28, 2023 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - RENFIELD (Seattle)
When: Sat Apr 15, 2023 12:00pm to 01:33pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Universal Pictures’ RENFIELD

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sat Apr 08, 2023 12:00pm to 01:32pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ and Illumination Entertainment’s THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


VES Washington Spring 2023 Membership Drive
When: Tue Mar 07, 2023 07:00pm to 09:00pm PST

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Tuesday, March 7th, 2023, 7-9p
Mox Boarding House
13310 Bel-Red Rd,
Bellevue, WA 98005

We’re calling on all Artists, Producers, Coordinators, and Educators with a minimum 5 years’ experience in Games, AR, VR, Film, TV, VFX, Education and related creative industries!

VES-WA Members are encouraged to attend and invite industry colleagues who are interested in learning more about joining the VES Washington Section. This is a great opportunity for current members to mix and mingle with your peers — and maybe even play some boardgames in Mox’s famous private rooms.

There will be food, drinks, and games — our treat!

The Spring Membership deadline is Wednesday, March 15th. Be sure to bring a guest or two as the event will provide valuable information about the benefits of VES membership. We can even help get their applications started that night!


Screening - ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Feb 26, 2023 10:30am to 12:35pm PST

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures’ ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 10:30AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER in HFR 3D + Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sat Dec 17, 2022 11:00am to 03:30pm PST

VES Members and One (1) Guest are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D HFR Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and 20th Century Studios’ AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER followed by a live interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Panelists will include VES Lifetime Achievement Award-winning Director-Writer-Producer-Editor James Cameron, Oscar winning Producer Jon Landau, Executive Producer, VES Award-winning Visual Effects Supervisor at Wētā FX Richard Baneham, VES Georges Méliès Award-winning Senior Visual Effects Supervisor at Wētā FX Joe Letteri, VES, Wētā Visual Effects Producer Lena Scanlan, VES Award-winning Head of FX at Wētā FX Johnathan Nixon and VES Award-winning Animation Supervisor at Wētā FX Eric Reynolds, moderated by VES Chair Lisa Cooke. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

RSVPs are closed

Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 11:00AM (Please arrive early to allow time for check-in)
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESAVATAR2, in your tweet.)

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - DEVOTION (Seattle)
When: Sun Nov 27, 2022 11:30am to 01:49pm PST

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Sony Pictures’ DEVOTION

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, November 27, 2022 at 11:30AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - THE FABELMANS (Seattle)
When: Sun Nov 20, 2022 11:30am to 02:01pm PST

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a Screening of Universal Pictures’ THE FABELMANS

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, November 20, 2022 at 11:30AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER (Seattle)
When: Sun Nov 13, 2022 11:00am to 01:41pm PST

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - BLACK ADAM (Seattle)
When: Sun Nov 06, 2022 12:00pm to 02:04pm PST

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ BLACK ADAM

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, November 6, 2022 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Event - A Demonstration of LED Technology (Kirkland)
When: Wed Aug 31, 2022 06:30pm to 08:30pm PDT

VES Members and their Guest(s) are invited to an in-person LED Panel Demonstration
Click Here to RSVP
Wednesday, August 31, 6:30PM

 

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.
Events are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable for any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees, and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - BULLET TRAIN (Seattle)
When: Sun Aug 07, 2022 11:30am to 01:36pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Sony Pictures’ BULLET TRAIN

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 11:30AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jul 17, 2022 11:30am to 01:30pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER

VES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, July 17, 2022 at 11:30AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening – JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sat Jun 18, 2022 11:30am to 01:57pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Three (3) Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION

Masks or face coverings are encouraged, but not mandatory. Please observe social distancing whenever possible.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Saturday, June 18, 2022 at 11:30AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - SPAZ + Director Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sun Jun 12, 2022 12:00pm to 03:00pm PDT

Please RSVP below (VES members will need to login to sign up.)

Sunday, June 12 at 12:00PM

SIFF Uptown

511 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

Screening - DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS (Seattle)
When: Sun May 15, 2022 12:00pm to 02:06pm PDT

VES Members and Up to Three (3) Guests are Invited to a Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS

Masks or face coverings are encouraged, but not mandatory. Please observe social distancing whenever possible.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)
Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Egyptian
805 E Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98122

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


VES WA New Membership Q&A Grubhub Night!
When: Wed Feb 23, 2022 07:00pm to 09:00pm PST

Join us at our new membership Q&A Grubhub Night!

Please bring a guest or two who may be interested in joining the VES and we’ll provide you and your guest(s) to a free special meal courtesy of VES Washington and Grubhub!

VFX artists with at least 5 years experience in VFX, film, TV, games and related creative industries are eligible and can benefit from being a part of the Visual Effects Society.

The spring membership deadline is March 15th so be sure to attend this informative event.

Please RSVP HERE by February 19th at 5:00 PM to attend and to receive your Grubhub voucher.

 


VES WA - Holiday Bowling Party!
When: Thu Dec 09, 2021 07:30pm to 10:00pm PST

The VES Washington Section will be celebrating the holidays with a good old fashioned Bowling Party!  Join us at Lucky Strike Bellevue to meet up with old friends, meet new friends and eat, drink and be merry!

  • DATE:  Thursday, December 9th
  • TIME:   7:30 – 10:00 pm
  • PLACE: Lucky Strike Bowling – 700 Bellevue Way NE, Suite 250, Bellevue, WA 98004

Must be 21+ to attend and you must RSVP no later than December 4th (login to RSVP below for you and guest).

In order to comply with local mandates Lucky Strike requires all guests to show photo ID & proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.  Masks must be worn at all times in indoors (except when eating or drinking).

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.

Please login to RSVP Below by December 4th.
VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ field and your guest in “Attendee 2” field


VES-WA - No Time to Die Private Watch Party!
When: Wed Oct 27, 2021 08:10pm to 10:10pm PDT

VES-WA Invites you (and 1 guest) to a private watch party of NO TIME TO DIE.

  • DATE: Wednesday, October 27th
  • TIME: 8:10 pm
  • PLACE: Cinemark Lincoln Square Cinemas
    700 Bellevue Way NE, Lincoln Square North Tower
    Bellevue, WA 98004

You must RSVP as spots are limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis.

  • If you RSVP and can no longer attend, let us know ASAP.
  • If sold out and you’d like to be added to the wait list, please email VESWashington@gmail.com.

Please login to register below.


VES WA Fall Membership Grubhub Night
When: Wed Aug 25, 2021 07:00pm to 09:00pm PDT

We’re calling on all Artists, Producers, Coordinators, Engineers and Educators with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Games, AR, VR, Film, TV, VFX, Education and related creative industries!

Members are encouraged to invite their industry colleagues interested in learning more about joining the VES Washington Section. This is also a great opportunity for current members to mix and mingle with your peers.

The fall membership deadline is Wednesday, September 15th, so be sure to bring a guest (or two) as the event will provide valuable information about the benefits members enjoy.

Each attendee will receive a $30.00 GRUBHUB credit to order a meal for this Virtual gathering (register below by August 22 to receive your credit).

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED


VES WA Netflix Party
When: Wed Jul 21, 2021 07:00pm to 08:30pm PDT

WHAT MOVIE WON?  JOIN US TONIGHT TO FIND OUT!

Here’s your VES Netflix Party URL for tonight’s 7:00 pm screening:

https://www.tele.pe/join/9982ab30e429b86b

To join THIS party, install the Teleparty Chrome extension (Netflix Party is now Teleparty).

  • If you can see a red “TP” button on the top right corner of your chrome browser, you have successfully installed Teleparty.
  • Then click on the party URL above, which will redirect to Netflix’s website.
  • Then click on the “TP”button next to the address bar, and you should automatically join the party.

The Chat will start around 7:00 pm with screening to begin @ 7:10 pm.

For more instructions, go to https://www.teleparty.com/#intro

  • Note: if you don’t see the “TP” button, on Chrome click the 3 button icon located on top right area of your browser to view the hidden browser extensions. If you can’t find the “TP” button, try uninstalling and reinstalling the extension on Chrome.
  • To uninstall, type chrome://extensions into the url, find Teleparty & click Remove

Fine Print: Netflix subscription required to participate. You will receive an email invite with a private URL one hour prior to the screening. Teleparty Chrome Extension required to be installed. This is an unmoderated event. Please be kind to one another.


VES WA Creative Spotlight with Mike Chambers
When: Thu Jun 03, 2021 07:00pm to 08:30pm PDT

Please join VES Washington for our Creative Spotlight series with Independent Visual Effects Producer and Consultant, Mike Chambers as he discusses his journey from The Pickle to Tenet.

  • Date:  Thursday, June 3, 2021
  • Time: 7:00 PM PDT
  • Zoom: Click Here to Join the Webinar

Mike got his start working for a number of seminal figures in the industry, including Roger Corman, Doug Trumbull and Richard Edlund.  Since then, he has contributed to the visual effects efforts on numerous Academy & BAFTA award-winning films, most recently on Tenet, his fourth collaboration with esteemed writer-producer-director Christopher Nolan.

Other recent credits include Greyhound, Dunkirk, Alice Through the Looking Glass, Transcendence and The Dark Night Rises.  Mike has been honored to receive three VES Awards for Best Visual Effects for Dunkirk, Inception and The Day After Tomorrow and was nominated for his work on I Am Legend.

A valuable member of the Visual Effects Society for more than 20 years, he has served on the Board of Directors as Vice Chair, Secretary and six years as the BOD Chair, as well as multiple terms as Chair of various committees such as the VES Awards and Membership committees. Mike is also a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences and the Producers Guild of America.


VES WA Grubhub Night Mixer
When: Wed May 19, 2021 07:00pm to 08:00pm PDT

Since we can’t gather for an in-person Pub Night, let’s do a virtual GRUB Night!

This will be a great opportunity for us to meet up and welcome our new VES Washington members!

Each VES Member will receive a $30.00 GRUBHUB credit to order a meal for this Virtual gathering (login to register below by May 16 to receive your credit ).

Grubhub registration is now closed – BUT, you can still join us using the Zoom link above!


VES WA Creative Spotlight - Shotgun Roundtable
When: Wed Apr 28, 2021 07:00pm to 08:30pm PDT

Please join VES Washington for our Creative Spotlight series. This roundtable discussion will focus on Shotgun’s Project Management Software and the ways that it can be integrated into various studio pipelines.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, April 28 at 7:00 p.m.
  • WHERE:  Zoom

Guest Panelists Include:

  • Stephen Chiu: Product Manager (Netflix)
  • Reina Sparks: VFX Producer / VFX Supervisor (MGM’s Samaritan)
  • Tony Etienne: Sr. Software Engineer (Shotgun, Autodesk)
  • Matthew Ward: Cinematic Director / Cinematic Showrunner (Bungie)
  • Sam Arguez: VFX Artist (Bungie)

Moderated by:

  • Eric Greenlief: Lead VFX Artist (Bungie, VES-WA BOM)
  • Neil Lim Sang: Animation Supervisor (VES-WA BOM Chairman)

If you have a question you would like to ask our panel, please email VesWaRSVP@gmail.com


VES WA New Membership Q&A Pizza Party!
When: Wed Mar 03, 2021 07:00pm to 09:00pm PST

Join us at our new membership Q&A pizza party!

  • Wednesday, March 3, 2021
  • 7:00-9:00 PM
  • Zoom of Course!

Please bring a guest or two who may be interested in joining the VES and we’ll provide you and your guest(s) to a free special meal courtesy of VES Washington and Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria!

VFX artists with at least 5 years experience in VFX, film, TV, games and related creative industries are eligible and can benefit from being a part of the Visual Effects Society.

The spring membership deadline is March 15th so be sure to attend this informative event.

Please RSVP to vesWArsvp@gmail.com by February 21st at 5:00 PM.


WA Virtual Holiday Pizza Party
When: Wed Dec 09, 2020 07:30pm to 08:30pm PST

2020 has been quite a year for all of us. To say that it has been a challenge is indeed been an understatement.  While we can’t get together in person for our usual VES-WA Holiday gathering, we can still gather virtually!

Working with Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria we are providing a unique event for our Washington membership – a Virtual Holiday Pizza Party on Wednesday December 9th at 7:30 pm.

If you are interested in joining this festive event, please fill out the Tutta Bella food order form below no later than Wednesday, November 25th @ 6:00 pm.

  • Tutta Bella will provide delivery for those who reside within a 3-4 mile radius of one of their locations.
  • If you are outside their delivery radius you can still pick up your food order at one of the locations listed on the order form on either Tuesday Dec. 8th or Wednesday Dec. 9th.
  • The pizza/pasta is pre-made where you will bake it yourself at home so that the food will be nice and hot come party time!

We are looking forward to seeing you all… online!


VES-WA Creative Spotlight – Unreal Engine VFX Overview
When: Thu Sep 24, 2020 07:00pm to 08:00pm PDT

Please join us for our  “Creative Spotlight” webinar on Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

The video game industry is thriving during these unique times, there may be new opportunities for VFX artists. Have you been interested in making real-time content or simply looking to broaden your skills?

  • Eric Greenlief – 22 year game industry veteran and Lead VFX Artist at Bungie (also VES-Washington BOM Member) will be presenting a condensed, live demonstration/overview of a visual effects artist workflow in Unreal Engine.
  • This will be followed by a Q&A moderated by Neil Lim Sang, covering game engines, real-time VFX, the game industry and more!

West Coast United Happy Hour!
When: Wed Aug 26, 2020 06:00pm to 07:00pm PDT
West Coast Happy Hour

Bay Area, Washington, Vancouver and Los Angeles Sections present:

West Coast Happy Hour
Wednesday, August 26th
6:00-7:00pm (PST – Of Course!)

It’s time for all of the VES’ West Coast Members to step up and mingle:

* Have a great recipe to share?
* Recommendation on new shows to binge?
* Who has the cutest cat, doggie or turtle?

Prizes too! Have a chance to WIN a copy of the newly released third edition of the VES Handbook of Visual Effects: Industry Standard VFX Practices and Procedures!

Join the Zoom as you can!
Simply click the link below on August 26th, 6-7pm:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84286449125


VES West Coast Netflix Party
When: Wed Jul 29, 2020 07:00pm to 08:30pm PDT

WHAT MOVIE WON? JOIN US TONIGHT TO FIND OUT!

Here’s your VES Netflix Party URL for tonight’s 7:00 pm screening:

https://www.netflix.com/watch/70117312?npSessionId=17c3bfa8c8238a2a&npServerId=s63

To join THIS party, use Chrome desktop browser (with the Netflix Party extension installed) and click on the party URL above, which will redirect to Netflix’s website. You must click on the “NP” button next to the address bar to automatically join the party. The Chat will start around 7:00 pm with screening to begin @ 7:10 pm.

For more instructions, go to netflix party.com

FINE PRINT: NETFLIX SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE. DON’T HAVE AN ACCOUNT? SIGN UP AT NETFLIX.COM FOR A FREE 30 DAY SUBSCRIPTION. NETFLIX PARTY CHROME EXTENSION REQUIRED TO BE INSTALLED. THIS IS AN UNMODERATED EVENT. PLEASE BE KIND TO ONE ANOTHER.

 


VES Washington Netflix Party
When: Wed Jun 17, 2020 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT

Virtual Screening - LA92 Documentary w/ Discussion (Online)
When: Sun Jun 07, 2020 04:00pm to 07:00pm PDT

National Geographic Invites VES Members to a Virtual Screening of LA92 Documentary followed by a Candid Conversation on Race in America

Click here to RSVP


Creative Spotlight
When: Thu Apr 30, 2020 07:00pm to 09:00pm PDT

Please join us for our first “Creative Spotlight” of this unique year on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

This will be a ZOOM online roundtable with 3 Pacific Northwest Creatives who are also a part of the VES-Washington Board of Managers. The discussion will be followed by a Q&A where we will take your questions.

The panel will discuss how COVID-19 has brought about big changes to our industry, both locally and globally and how are our PNW facilities and members are dealing with the impact, as well as what changes to the past, present and unknown future they have been experiencing.

This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific Northwest.

Our guest speakers will be:

  • Gavin Greenwalt: VFX Supervisor/Artist (Straightface Studios – VES-WA BOM)
  • Todd Sheridan Perry: VFX Supervisor/Director (Method Studios, Sony Pictures – VES-WA BOM)
  • Andy Romine: Instructor (A.I.E., DreamWorks, Digital Domain – VES-WA BOM)
  • Neil Lim Sang: Moderator (VES-WA BOM Chairman)

WHEN: Thursday, April 30th at 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: ZOOM Webinar. Login information will be distributed via email 2 days prior to the event so please be sure to RSVP to reserve your slot: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com

EVERYONE (EVEN VES MEMBERS) must RSVP to attend the webinar and receive the Zoom login information, which will be emailed 2 days prior. Email VesWaRSVP@gmail.com reserve your slot.

FREE for VES Members and for Non-VES Members

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this rad event, come on out, and let’s meet up online with our Washington Creative Community.


Screening - ONWARD (Seattle)
When: Sun Mar 08, 2020 12:00pm to 01:52pm PDT

Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Pixar Animation Studios’ ONWARD

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 12:00PM


VES-WA Section: Movie & Pub Night (The Invisible Man)
When: Thu Mar 05, 2020 07:30pm to 11:00pm PST

Hey Washington Section! (updated Friday, 2/28/2020) 

You are cordially invited to a Movie & Pub Night, hosted by the Washington Section of the VES on Thursday, March 5th, at the AMC Factoria in Bellevue (3505 Factoria Blvd, Bellevue, WA).

VES-Washington has purchased a limited number of tickets to see a screening of THE INVISIBLE MAN starring Elisabeth Moss.  After the show, we’ll convene at the nearby Applebee’s —  first drink’s on us — to discuss the movie, and the enjoy the fellowship of our VES colleagues. Factoria 8 showtime is currently set @ 7:30p, we’ll update you if that changes. 

Please note that this is not one of our usual studio-sponsored screenings. The Washington Section has purchased these tickets individually, so they will be available on a strict first-come, first-served basis, and to WA-VES members only — no guests, please. We have space for maximum 20 people to RSVP (use the RSVP button below), and we’re about half-full as of this update. Please get your RSVP in no later that Wednesday, Mar 4th by 11pm to ensure your spot. 

If you RSVP and then expect you won’t be able to attend (or have a problem with your RSVP), please let us know ASAP at veswashington@gmail.com so we can make space for someone else.

A reminder that the VES Spring Membership drive deadline is March 15, so if you know of anyone who might be interested in joining, now’s the time to ask them! In the meantime, we look forward to seeing you on March 5th for our Movie & Pub Night.

All the best!

Visual Effects Society – Washington Section

 


VES-WA: Creative Spotlight - Thursday, January 30th, 2020 @ 7:30pm - Please RSVP
When: Thu Jan 30, 2020 07:30pm to 09:30pm PST

VES- WA,

Please join us for our first “Creative Spotlight” of the New Year on Thursday, January 30th at 7:30pm.

This is a great opportunity to meet likeminded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific North West.

Our guest speakers are:

Jamaal Bradley – Director/Supervising Animator (Valve, Dreamworks, Walt Disney, Sony Imageworks)

Jamaal will be presenting his short film: SUBSTANCE

AIE Class of 2020 – Presenting their short film: KING ME

When: Thursday, January 30th at 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: AIE – Seattle Center, Armory 4th Floor – 305 Harrison Street – Seattle, WA 98109 (Take the elevator under the stairs behind the food court)

FREE for VES Members and for Non-VES Members 

 

EVERYONE (EVEN VES MEMBERS) needs to RSVP for attendance to: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com

We need to know numbers for seating arrangements.

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this rad event, come on out, and let’s meet up with your Washington Creative Community.

Huge thanks to AIE for providing us their space to meet and mingle.

 

See you all soon!

VES-WA-BOM


VES Nomination Event
When: Sat Jan 04, 2020 09:00am to 02:00pm PST

VES Awards Nomination Judging 2020

MEET, GREET, AND VOTE! A CALL FOR JUDGES!

(Check with specific sections for local times)

Now that the 18th Annual VES Awards season is underway, we once again invite VES members to participate in our Nomination Panels. The Nomination Event will be held worldwide on January 4, 2020.

Any active VES member who can travel to one of the cities listed below may participate.

This is your chance to determine who will ultimately walk up to the podium on January 29, 2020, to collect a coveted VES Award. A single vote may make the difference between being nominated… or not… and that vote could be yours!

Past participants know that this is the must-attend event of the awards season. Not only will you view some of the most amazing visual imagery of 2019, you’ll get to see exclusive behind-the-scenes footage while participating in the single best networking opportunity of the year. It’s a chance to see old friends, meet the best and brightest in the visual effects field, and learn new techniques that you can apply to your own craft. All of that, plus the satisfaction of knowing that you have participated in choosing what will ultimately be the Nominations announced to the press for the 18th Annual VES Awards.

Judges who register to participate will receive information about specific times and locations from their local section representatives once their applications are received. If you are ready to make a difference, please submit your Panel Judge Application BELOW. Make sure you check the box indicating which of the Nomination Event locations you are applying for.

The Nomination Event is a full-day event held on Saturday, January 4, 2020 around the globe. Nominees will be announced on Monday, January 6, 2020. We look forward to receiving your Judge Application to make this year’s Nomination Event a success!

-The 18th Annual VES Awards Committee

Click here to sign up!

(VES Members must be logged in to access the sign-up form)


VES-WA 4th Annual Holiday Party
When: Wed Dec 04, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PST

If you would like to sign up for this event, please log in.

 

 


Screening - THE LION KING in 3D w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sat Jul 27, 2019 11:00am to 02:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ THE LION KING followed by a live interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers

Panelists will include Director Jon Favreau, Visual Effects Supervisor Rob Legato, and Cinematographer Caleb Deschanel, ASC, moderated by Michael Fink, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESLIONKING, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jul 14, 2019 11:00am to 01:15pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to a 3D Screening of Columbia Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME

Please RSVP below
Sunday, July 14, 2019 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3 - WORLDWIDE (via ZOOM)
When: Wed Jun 12, 2019 08:00pm to 11:45pm PDT
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The VES Germany proudly present

VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3

 

June 12th – 8:00PM CEST

REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK (at 7:30PM)

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VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3
When: Wed Jun 12, 2019 07:00pm to 11:45pm PDT
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The VES Germany proudly presents

VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3

June 12th – doors open 7:00PM (CEST)
and there will be beer and pizza!

ZOOM stream starts at 7:30PM (CEST)
Masterclass starts at 
8:00PM (CEST)

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The VES invites you to our 3rd MEGABRAIN Masterclass where you can learn and share your knowledge with colleagues in the VFX industry. The idea is not to simply present show reels – but to teach actual techniques that help every artist to improve their skillset. This event will take place on June 12th 7:00PM at multiple locations and will also be streamed via ZOOM.
 
RSVP for your specific location on the appropriate event pages please:
 
This event is kindly supported by
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Topics will be:
 
Live from Ludwigsburg
Efficient facial rigging tools for emotionally believable digital humans
presented by Volker Helzle – Head of Research & Development at Filmakademie
 
Live from Munich
Using Machine-learning to classify a VFX Elements Library
presented by Jonas Kluger – Pipeline TD at ARRI
 
Live from Berlin
Camera Technology: Sensors, Noise Properties, and Raw Processing
presented by Charles Poynton, PhD
 
 
We are overbooking to compensate for no-shows.
Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis.
An RSVP does not guarantee seating.
VES-Members and their registered guests only (except for Ludwigsburg and Cologne). No admission without registration – also at the streaming locations!
 
The event will also be recorded for everyone who can’t make it.
The event will be streamed live from (and to) Berlin, Munich, Stuttgart and Ludwigsburg. For the first time we also provide direct access to the ZOOM stream for ALL VES MEMBERS around the world!
 
VES Germany is a proud Partner of the FMX Conference in Stuttgart.

 


Screening - GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS (Washington)
When: Sun Jun 02, 2019 02:00pm to 04:15pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Entertainment’s GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS

Please RSVP below
Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 2:00PM

North Bend Theatre
125 Bendigo Blvd N, North Bend, WA 98045
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Creative Spotlight 5 (Washington)
When: Thu May 23, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT
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VES- WA,

Please join us for our next “Creative Spotlight” on Thursday, May 23rd at 7:30pm. This event is NEXT WEEK WA! Time to RSVP!

This is a great opportunity to meet likeminded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific North West.

 

Our guest speakers are from the VES-WA Board Of Managers

Mike Belzer – Animator (Valve, Walt Disney Feature, PIXAR, Warner Bros.)

Andy Romine – Character FX (Walt Disney Feature, Dreamworks, SONY Imageworks, Digital Domain)

Torey Alvarez – Maya Generalist/Unity Tech Artist (Microsoft, Brand New School, The Third Floor, Psyop)

This special “Creative Spotlight” is going to be cool.  A discussion of “Production Stories”, then open to all for questions. It will be a great opportunity to speak personally to them and fellow creatives in attendance for the last hour.

 

When: Thursday, May 23rd at 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: AIE  – Seattle Center, Armory 4thFloor – 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA

FREE for VES Members and for Non-VES Members 

 

EVERYONE (EVEN VES MEMBERS) needs to RSVP for attendance to: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com

We need to know numbers for seating arrangements.

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this rad event, come on out, and let’s meet up with your Washington Creative Community.

Huge thanks to AIE for providing us their space to meet and mingle. 

 

See you all soon!

VES-WA-BOM


Creative Spotlight 5 (Washington)
When: Thu May 23, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT
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VES- WA,

Please join us for our next “Creative Spotlight” on Thursday, May 23rd at 7:30pm. This event is NEXT WEEK WA! Time to RSVP!

This is a great opportunity to meet likeminded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific North West.

 

Our guest speakers are from the VES-WA Board Of Managers

Mike Belzer – Animator (Valve, Walt Disney Feature, PIXAR, Warner Bros.)

Andy Romine – Character FX (Walt Disney Feature, Dreamworks, SONY Imageworks, Digital Domain)

Torey Alvarez – Maya Generalist/Unity Tech Artist (Microsoft, Brand New School, The Third Floor, Psyop)

This special “Creative Spotlight” is going to be cool.  A discussion of “Production Stories”, then open to all for questions. It will be a great opportunity to speak personally to them and fellow creatives in attendance for the last hour.

 

When: Thursday, May 23rd at 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: AIE  – Seattle Center, Armory 4thFloor – 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA

FREE for VES Members and for Non-VES Members 

 

EVERYONE (EVEN VES MEMBERS) needs to RSVP for attendance to: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com

We need to know numbers for seating arrangements.

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this rad event, come on out, and let’s meet up with your Washington Creative Community.

Huge thanks to AIE for providing us their space to meet and mingle. 

 

See you all soon!

VES-WA-BOM


FMX 2019 VES Members Meeting
When: Wed May 01, 2019 05:00pm to 05:00pm PDT
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This is the third annual VES Germany Members Meeting

at

FMX 2019

 

Haus der Wirtschaft

Logo Restaurant

 

Willi-Bleicher-Straße 19

70174 Stuttgart

 

The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the FMX venue “Haus der Wirtschaft” when entering to your left.

Drinks and food and friends are waiting for you!

 

Date: 1st May 2019
Time: 17:00

 

See you there!


FMX 2019 VES Members Meeting
When: Wed May 01, 2019 05:00pm to 05:00pm PDT
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This is the third annual VES Germany Members Meeting

at

FMX 2019

 

Haus der Wirtschaft

Logo Restaurant

 

Willi-Bleicher-Straße 19

70174 Stuttgart

 

The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the FMX venue “Haus der Wirtschaft” when entering to your left.

Drinks and food and friends are waiting for you!

 

Date: 1st May 2019
Time: 17:00

 

See you there!


Screening - DUMBO in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sat Mar 30, 2019 11:00am to 12:45pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Familiess are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ DUMBO

Please RSVP below
Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - WONDER PARK in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Mar 24, 2019 12:00pm to 01:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Paramount Pictures’ WONDER PARK

Please RSVP below
Sunday, March 24, 2019 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Creative Spotlight 4 (Washington)
When: Thu Mar 14, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT
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VES- WA,

Please join us for our next “Creative Spotlight” on Thursday, March 14th at 7:30pm.

This is a great opportunity to meet likeminded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific North West.

Our guest speakers are:

Bob Bonniol – Architectural Video Designer/Principal (Mode Architectural)

Tharyn Valvanis – Technical Director/Developer (Valorem, Blur Studio, Blizzard Ent.)

The format will be a simple in casual setting, with each speaker highlighting aspects of their career and taking questions. Then it will be a great opportunity to speak personally to them and fellow creatives in attendance for the last hour.

When: Thursday, March 14th at 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: Bellevue College (map) – Building N, Conference Room N201, 3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA 98134

FREE for VES Members and for Non-VES Members 

 

EVERYONE (EVEN VES MEMBERS) needs to RSVP for attendance to: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com

We need to know numbers for seating arrangements.

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this rad event, come on out, and let’s meet up with your Washington Creative Community.

Huge thanks to Bellevue College for providing us their space to meet and mingle. 

 

See you all soon!

VES-WA-BOM


Creative Spotlight 4 (Washington)
When: Thu Mar 14, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT
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VES- WA,

Please join us for our next “Creative Spotlight” on Thursday, March 14th at 7:30pm.

This is a great opportunity to meet likeminded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific North West.

Our guest speakers are:

Bob Bonniol – Architectural Video Designer/Principal (Mode Architectural)

Tharyn Valvanis – Technical Director/Developer (Valorem, Blur Studio, Blizzard Ent.)

The format will be a simple in casual setting, with each speaker highlighting aspects of their career and taking questions. Then it will be a great opportunity to speak personally to them and fellow creatives in attendance for the last hour.

When: Thursday, March 14th at 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: Bellevue College (map) – Building N, Conference Room N201, 3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA 98134

FREE for VES Members and for Non-VES Members 

 

EVERYONE (EVEN VES MEMBERS) needs to RSVP for attendance to: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com

We need to know numbers for seating arrangements.

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this rad event, come on out, and let’s meet up with your Washington Creative Community.

Huge thanks to Bellevue College for providing us their space to meet and mingle. 

 

See you all soon!

VES-WA-BOM


Screening - CAPTAIN MARVEL in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Mar 10, 2019 11:00am to 01:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ CAPTAIN MARVEL

Please RSVP below
Sunday, March 10, 2019 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sat Feb 23, 2019 11:00am to 12:45pm PST
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ and DreamWorks Animation’s HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD

Please RSVP below
Saturday, February 23, 2019 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Feb 17, 2019 11:00am to 01:30pm PST
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of 20th Century Fox’s ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL

Please RSVP below
Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Creative Spotlight (Washington)
When: Thu Jan 17, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PST
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VES- WA,

HAPPY NEW YEAR WASHINGTON!

Please join us for our first “Creative Spotlight” of the New Year on Thursday, January 17th at 7:30pm.

This is a great opportunity to meet likeminded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific North West.

Our guest speakers are:

Quba Michaliski – Creative/Art Director (QubaVR, Google, Autofuss /Bot & Dolly Studios)

Tharyn Valvanis – Technical Director/Developer (Valorem, Blur Studio, Blizzard Ent.)

Jesse Havens – Manager, Immersive Experiences (Valorem)

The format will be a simple in casual setting, with each speaker highlighting aspects of their career and taking questions for a total timeframe 15-20 mins each. Then it will be a great opportunity to speak personally to them and fellow creatives in attendance for the last hour.

When: Thursday, January 17th at 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: Bellevue College (map) – Building N, Conference Room N201, 3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA 98134

FREE for VES Members and for Non-VES Members 

 

EVERYONE (EVEN VES MEMBERS) needs to RSVP for attendance to: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com

We need to know numbers for seating arrangements.

Please tell your friends and colleagues about this rad event, come on out, and let’s meet up with your Washington Creative Community.

Huge thanks to Bellevue College for providing us their space to meet and mingle. 

 

See you all soon!

VES-WA-BOM


Holiday Social - Washington
When: Thu Dec 06, 2018 07:30pm to 10:00pm PST
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Happy Holidays VES-WA,

 

Join us for our 3rdAnnual Holiday Party!

 

You and a guest are invited to eat, drink and be merry!  

 

When: Thursday, December 6th, 2018 – 7:30pm – 10:00pm

 

Where: Outlander Brewing Company

  225 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA

 

PLEASE RSVP to attend!

 

Each VES member will get 1 (one) drink ticket, cash bar.

Food: We will be providing UNLIMITED tacos for everyone from Flair Taco

 

See you all soon!


Holiday Social - Washington
When: Thu Dec 06, 2018 07:30pm to 10:00pm PST
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Happy Holidays VES-WA,

 

Join us for our 3rdAnnual Holiday Party!

 

You and a guest are invited to eat, drink and be merry!  

 

When: Thursday, December 6th, 2018 – 7:30pm – 10:00pm

 

Where: Outlander Brewing Company

  225 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA

 

PLEASE RSVP to attend!

 

Each VES member will get 1 (one) drink ticket, cash bar.

Food: We will be providing UNLIMITED tacos for everyone from Flair Taco

 

See you all soon!


VES VANCOUVER Education Event- How to make a VFX Showreel
When: Tue Nov 27, 2018 06:30pm to 08:00pm PST
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The VES Vancouver section present

 

How to get your VFX showreel noticed!

Tips and advice from Marshal Krasser VFX supervisor and Cassandra Nelson.

The team will offer guidence from a Recruitment and Creative perspective to help you get the recognition you deserve!

 

The event will be preceeded by an mini social with drinks and nibbles!

Please join us at Image Engine Nov 27th 6.30 -7 Mixer 7 – 8 pm Event

Location: 101 West 5th Ave, Vancouver, V5Y1H4


Screening - OVERLORD (Seattle)
When: Sun Nov 18, 2018 11:00am to 01:00pm PST
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Paramount Pictures’ OVERLORD

Please RSVP below
Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sat Nov 17, 2018 11:00am to 01:45pm PST
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Pre-Release Screening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET followed by a Q&A with Visual Effects Supervisor Scott Kersavage, Character Look Development Supervisor Michelle Robinson and Head of Effects Animation Cesar Velazquez moderated by VES Board member Charlie Iturriaga. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESRALPH, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - Making of THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS (Seattle)
When: Sun Oct 21, 2018 11:00am to 02:00pm PDT

When: Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 11:00AM – 2:00PM

Type: Screening

Washington VES Members and their guests are invited to a special Screening of “Tim Burton’s THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS”. 

There will be a “Making Of” talk from Michael Belzer at the screening, which will shed some insight to his animation experience while working on the film.

 
Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 11:00AM – 2:00PM

 

Please RSVP to attend this special event!

 

SIFF Cinema Uptown Theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122

 

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

VES MEMBERS DO NOT NEED TO LINE UP with SIFF Members.  Come directly to the door to check in, or there will be a VES line to the right of the SIFF line.


Screening - THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS (Seattle)
When: Sun Sep 30, 2018 12:00pm to 01:45pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Universal Pictures’ THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS

Please RSVP below
Sunday, September 30, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - THE SISTERS BROTHERS (Seattle)
When: Sat Sep 29, 2018 12:00pm to 02:15pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Annapurna Pictures’ THE SISTERS BROTHERS

Please RSVP below
Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


VES Vancouver Pubnight
When: Wed Sep 19, 2018 06:30pm to 10:30pm PDT
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VES Social Event


Screening - MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - FALLOUT (Seattle)
When: Sun Aug 05, 2018 11:00am to 01:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to a Screening of Paramount Pictures’ MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – FALLOUT

Please RSVP below
Sunday, August 5, 2018 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - THE EQUALIZER 2 (Seattle)
When: Sun Jul 29, 2018 12:00pm to 02:15pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Sony Pictures’ THE EQUALIZER 2

Please RSVP below
Sunday, July 29, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - SKYSCRAPER in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jul 22, 2018 11:00am to 01:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ SKYSCRAPER

Please RSVP below
Sunday, July 22, 2018 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - ANT-MAN AND THE WASP in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jul 15, 2018 11:00am to 01:15pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ ANT-MAN AND THE WASP

Please RSVP below
Sunday, July 15, 2018 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Event - VES Washington Presents: Creative Spotlight (Seattle)
When: Wed Jun 27, 2018 07:00pm to 09:30pm PDT
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We are about to begin presenting a new speaker series called “Creative Spotlight” 

This is a great opportunity to meet likeminded professionals from all aspects of creativity here in the Pacific North West.

This month’s guest speakers are:

Scott Leberecht – Film Director/Art Director (Valve, Rhytym & Hues, Industrial Light & Magic)

Kirby Leung – Producer/Production Manager (NVIDIA, Microsoft, EA Games)

Mocap Now – Award winning Motion Capture studio in Seattle

The format will be a short, casual setting, with each speaker highlighting aspects of their career and taking questions for 15 mins each. Then it will be a great opportunity to speak personally to them and fellow creatives in attendance.

When: Wednesday June 27th, 2018 – 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: Mocap Now (map) – 5015 Colorado Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134

FREE for VES Members, $5.00 for Non-VES Members – Collected at the door

EVERYONE needs to RSVP for attendance to: VesWaRSVP@gmail.com
We need to know numbers for seating arrangements and light refreshments that will be served.

 


Screening - JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM in 3D w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sun Jun 17, 2018 11:00am to 02:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to a Special Fathers’ Day 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ and Amblin Entertainment’s JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with Director J.A. Bayona, ILM Visual Effects Supervisor David Vickery, ILM Animation Director Jance Rubinchik and ILM Visual Effects Supervisor Alex Wuttke with moderation by VES London Section Secretary Gavin Graham (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Sunday, June 17, 2018 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in London) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESJURASSIC, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - INCREDIBLES 2 (Seattle)
When: Sat Jun 16, 2018 12:00pm to 02:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Pixar Animation Studios’ INCREDIBLES 2

Please RSVP below
Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR in 3D w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sun May 06, 2018 12:00pm to 03:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with Visual Effects Producers Jen Underdahl and Lisa Marra, Weta Digital Visual Effects Supervisor Matt Aitken, Industrial Light + Magic Visual Effects Supervisor Russell Earl and Digital Domain Visual Effects Supervisor Kelly Port with moderation by VES Board member Jeff Kleiser. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Sunday, May 6, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESINFINITYWAR, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - A QUIET PLACE (Seattle)
When: Sun Apr 15, 2018 12:00pm to 01:45pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Paramount Pictures’ A QUIET PLACE

Please RSVP below
Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - READY PLAYER ONE in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Apr 08, 2018 10:30am to 01:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Amblin Entertainment’s READY PLAYER ONE

Please RSVP below
Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 10:30AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - PACIFIC RIM UPRISING in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sat Mar 24, 2018 12:00pm to 02:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ PACIFIC RIM UPRISING

Please RSVP below
Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - RED SPARROW (Seattle)
When: Sun Mar 11, 2018 12:00pm to 02:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of 20th Century Fox’s RED SPARROW

Please RSVP below
Sunday, March 11, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - A WRINKLE IN TIME in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sat Mar 10, 2018 12:00pm to 02:00pm PST
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ A WRINKLE IN TIME

Please RSVP below
Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - BLACK PANTHER in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Feb 18, 2018 12:00pm to 02:15pm PST
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios; BLACK PANTHER

Please RSVP below
Sunday, February 18, 2018 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sun Dec 17, 2017 12:00pm to 03:30pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests (21 Years and Older) are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Lucasfilm Ltd.’s STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI plus a live interactive Q&A.

Panelists will include Writer/Director Rian Johnson, ILM San Francisco Visual Effects Supervisor Eddie Pasquarello, ILM Vancouver Visual Effects Supervisor Dan Seddon, Cinematographer Steve Yedlin, ASC and Editor Bob Ducsay with moderation by VES Chair Mike Chambers. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Sunday, December 17, 2017 at 12:00PM

The Big Picture Theater
2505 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESLASTJEDI, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Event - Holiday Party - VES Washington
When: Thu Dec 07, 2017 06:30pm to 10:00pm PST
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Event: VES – Washington Holiday Party

When: Thursday December 7th, 2017 at 6:30pm – 10pm

Where: Bushnell Craft

8461 164th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052

Phone(425) 702-9743

Map

 

Please mark your calendars for our VES-Washington Holiday Party.  Thursday, Dec 7th at 6:30pm – 10:00pm

We will have a large variety of finger food, and provide one drink ticket for the first 50 VES Members.

Feel free to bring a guest/spouse/partner, or friend who is interested in seeing what VES-WA is about.  Come and meet the members of your tribe and enjoy an evening together before the Holiday break.

 

See you all soon,

 

VES-WA BOM


Screening - THOR: RAGNAROK in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Nov 05, 2017 11:00am to 01:30pm PST
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios; THOR: RAGNAROK

Please RSVP below
Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - SUBURBICON (Seattle)
When: Sun Oct 29, 2017 12:00pm to 01:45pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Paramount Pictures’ SUBURBICON

Please RSVP below
Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - THE SNOWMAN (Seattle)
When: Sun Oct 22, 2017 12:00pm to 02:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Universal Pictures’ THE SNOWMAN

Please RSVP below
Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - BLADE RUNNER 2049 (Seattle)
When: Sun Oct 15, 2017 11:00am to 01:45pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ BLADE RUNNER 2049

Please RSVP below
Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 11:00AM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - KINGSMEN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE (Seattle)
When: Sun Sep 24, 2017 12:00pm to 02:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of 20th Century Fox’s KINGSMEN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE

Please RSVP below
Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - THE HITMAN'S BODYGUARD (Seattle)
When: Sun Aug 27, 2017 12:00pm to 02:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Lionsgate’s and Millennium Films’ THE HITMAN’S BODYGUARD

Please RSVP below
Sunday, August 27, 2017 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS in 3D w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sun Jul 30, 2017 12:00pm to 03:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a 3D Screening of STX Entertainment’s VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS, plus a live interactive Q&A with the filmmakers.

Panelists will include Visual Effects Supervisor Scott Stokdyk, Visual Effects Producer Sophie Leclerc, Rodeo FX Associate Visual Effects Supervisor Peter Nofz and Weta Digital Visual Effects Supervisor Martin Hill with moderation by VES Board member Bill Taylor, VES, ASC. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Sunday, July 30, 2017 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESVALERIAN, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Event - Summer Social (Washington)
When: Thu Jul 27, 2017 07:00pm to 10:00pm PDT
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When: 
Thu July 27, 2017 – 7:00pm to 10:00pm

Type: 
event

VES WASHINGTON SUMMER SOCIAL!

Where : Wilde Rover

                  111 Central Way, Kirkland, WA 98033 (MAP)
 

When: Thursday, July 27th 7:00pm – 10:00pm or later

Why : Let’s meet up with fellow VES Members for our Summer Social, feel free to bring some industry collegues interested in hearing more about our community

 

Appetizers will be provided while they last.  No host bar.

We look forward to seeing you and your guests there.

Open to industry non members, so please get the word out there!

 

Many thanks,

 

Your VES -WA Board

 


Screening - WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sat Jul 15, 2017 12:00pm to 03:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of 20th Century Fox’s WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES, plus a live interactive Q&A with the filmmakers.

Panelists will include Senior Visual Effects Supervisor Joe Letteri and Director Matt Reeves with moderation by VES Board member Jeff Kleiser. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 12:00PM

SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESWARFORTHEPLANET, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jul 09, 2017 10:00am to 12:15pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Families in Washington are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening Of Columbia Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING

Please RSVP below
Sunday, July 9, 2017 at 10:00AM
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - THE MUMMY in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jun 18, 2017 01:30pm to 03:45pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to a 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ THE MUMMY

Please RSVP below
Sunday, June 18, 2017 at 1:30PM
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - WONDER WOMAN in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Jun 18, 2017 11:00am to 01:30pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to a 3D Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ WONDER WOMAN

Please RSVP below
Sunday, June 18, 2017 at 11:00AM
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY, VOL. 2 in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun May 07, 2017 12:30pm to 03:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Families are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY, VOL. 2

Please RSVP below
Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 12:30PM
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS (Seattle)
When: Sun Apr 16, 2017 12:00pm to 02:45pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Universal Pictures’ THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS

Please RSVP below
Sunday, April 16, 2017 at 12:00PM
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - BOSS BABY in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Apr 02, 2017 02:30pm to 04:15pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of 20th Century Fox’s and DreamWorks Animation’s BOSS BABY

Please RSVP below
Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 2:30PM
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - GHOST IN THE SHELL in 3D (Seattle)
When: Sun Apr 02, 2017 12:00pm to 02:00pm PDT
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Washington VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Paramount Pictures’ GHOST IN THE SHELL

Please RSVP below
Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 12:00PM
SIFF Cinema Uptown theater
511 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98122
Click here for a map.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sun Dec 18, 2016 12:00pm to 03:00pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests (21 Years and Older) are Invited to a 2D Opening Weekend Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Lucasfilm Ltd.’s ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY plus a Q&A.
Panelists will include Executive Producer and Visual Effects Supervisor John Knoll and Animation Supervisor Hal Hickel with moderation by VES 1st Vice Chair Jeffrey A. Okun, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Sunday, December 18, 2016 at 12:00PM

The Big Picture Theater
2505 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESROGUEONE, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - PASSENGERS w/ Q&A (Seattle)
When: Sat Dec 17, 2016 12:00pm to 03:00pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests (21 Years and Older) are Invited to a Pre-Release Screening of Columbia Pictures’ PASSENGERS, plus a live interactive Q&A with the filmmakers.

Panelists will include Visual Effects Supervisor Pete Dionne, Co-Producer Greg Baxter, Film Editor Maryann Brandon and Production Designer Guy Hendrix Dyas with moderation by VES Board member Jeff Kleiser. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.)

Please RSVP below
Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 12:00PM

The Big Picture Theater
2505 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Click here for a map.

Please tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag, #VESPASSENGERS, in your tweet.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Event - Holiday Social (Washington)
When: Tue Dec 06, 2016 07:00pm to 10:00pm PST
VES-WA Holiday Social - Dec. 6, 2016

Hey VES – WA

Let’s get together for a drink and some food before we break for the Holidays.

Tuesday December 6th, 2016 at 7pm – 10pm

Bushnell Craft

8461 164th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052

Phone(425) 702-9743

http://tinyurl.com/ju5doww

We will have some finger food, and provide a drink ticket for VES Members. 

Feel free to bring a friend who is interested in seeing what VES-WA is about.  

Please RSVP for this event.