5th ASIFAC Animation Festival & Conference: "Pixels in Play"

Title: 5th ASIFAC Animation Festival & Conference: "Pixels in Play" Date & Time: Friday, August 21, 2026: 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM Saturday, August 22, 2026: 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM Venue & Location: Georgia State University – Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII) & Cinefest Theater 25 Park Pl NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 (Downtown Atlanta, adjacent to Woodruff Park) Admission: General Admission: 100% FREE to the public (Pre-registration required at [www.asifa-south.com](https://www.asifa-south.com)) VIP Pass: $40 (Includes priority seating, VIP gift bag, and exclusive networking access) Event Overview: Every two years, ASIFA-South brings together the Southeast's vibrant animation, digital media, and gaming communities for the ASIFAC Animation Festival & Conference. Hosted across all three floors of GSU's advanced Creative Media Industries Institute, this year's festival theme—"Pixels in Play"—explores the dynamic bridge where animated storytelling meets interactive game design. Whether you are a student, industry professional, aspiring artist, or local family looking for a fun weekend activity, ASIFAC offers two full days of inspiring programming, cutting-edge technology demonstrations, and curated film screenings. Festival Highlights You Can't Miss: 🎨 Keynote Speaker Lauren Brown: Hear from the Emmy Award-winning illustrator and Art Director at Wizards of the Coast (Magic: The Gathering) on creative resilience and navigating the modern arts industry. 🕹️ 24-Hour Epic Games Game Jam: Watch independent developers and students race against the clock on-site to create brand-new digital and tabletop games. 🎭 Live Motion-Capture & Virtual Production Demos: Step onto CMII’s 80,000-sq-ft volumetric stage to see live mo-cap suit demonstrations led by industry veteran Laura Baptie (Moana live-action). 🎬 Cinefest Theater Film Screenings: Enjoy curated short film blocks featuring global animation exchanges, student showcases, and a dedicated Southern Spotlight celebrating Southeastern animators. 🎙️ Workshops & Career Mentorship: Participate in hands-on voiceover booths, digital art workshops, and 1-on-1 portfolio pitch sessions with industry talent scout Allyssa Lewis (former recruiter for Blizzard and Netflix). 🛍️ Interactive Expo Hall: Browse over 20 artisan and studio booths, test out professional Wacom drawing displays, and connect with regional creative organizations. Organizer & Contact Information Host Organization: ASIFA-South (501c3 Non-Profit Digital Arts Organization) Website: [www.asifa-south.com](https://www.asifa-south.com) Event Enquiries & Media Contact: [email protected] Venue Partner: GSU Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII)

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