ACM SIGGRAPH announces the 2009 Call for Submissions for contributors and volunteers at the 36th International Conference and Exhibition on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques, 3 – 7 August 2009 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Showcasing works by some of the most creative artists, entrepreneurs,
researchers, and technologists across the globe, SIGGRAPH is the premier
forum for computer graphics and interactive techniques in the world. New
for the 2009 conference, SIGGRAPH will expand its scope to include
focuses on the fields of music and gaming.

“Each year, the content presented at SIGGRAPH
provides an opportunity to view the best technological breakthroughs and
advancements in multiple fields. In no other environment is there such a
high-caliber of computer graphics and interactive content provided,“
stated Ronen Barzel, SIGGRAPH 2009 Conference Chair. “The
additional focus on music and gaming content this year is evidence of
SIGGRAPH‘s continuing commitment to foster the
fusion of science, art, and technology.“

For focused ideas on how individuals can contribute to SIGGRAPH 2009,
see the Calls for Submission for:

• Animation
  & Effects Production
• Art
• Education
• Games
• Information
  Aesthetics
• Research
• Students

Submissions will be reviewed by a highly-qualified jury composed of top
practitioners in each relevant field. Curated work will also be
presented. Due to the comprehensive decision making process involved
with each program‘s jury, submission deadlines
are several months ahead of the conference itself.

All deadlines are 22:00 UTC/GMT

For more information and complete details on this year‘s
submission process, visit the SIGGRAPH
2009 Call for Submissions page.

About SIGGRAPH

SIGGRAPH 2009 will bring an anticipated 20,000 computer graphics and
interactive technology professionals from six continents to New Orleans,
Louisiana, USA for the industry’s most respected technical and creative
programs focusing on research, science, art, animation, music, gaming,
interactivity, education, and the web from Monday, 3 August through
Friday, 7 August 2009 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
SIGGRAPH 2009 includes a three-day exhibition of products and services
from the computer graphics and interactive marketplace from 4-6 August
2009. More than 200 international exhibiting companies are expected.
More details are available at www.siggraph.org/s2009.

About ACM

ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery www.acm.org,
is the world’s largest educational and scientific computing society,
uniting educators, researchers and professionals to inspire dialogue,
share resources and address the field’s challenges. ACM strengthens the
computing profession’s collective voice through strong leadership,
promotion of the highest standards, and recognition of technical
excellence. ACM supports the professional growth of its members by
providing opportunities for life-long learning, career development, and
professional networking.