Sixth edition of Symposium for Contemporary Animation Studies Animafest Scanner will be held on 04 - 05 June 2019, during the 29th edition of the World Festival of Animated Film Animafest Zagreb (03 - 08 June 2019).

This year’s keynote speaker is the recipient of Animafest Zagreb Award for Outstanding Contributions to Animation Studies for 2019, Jayne Pilling.

The 2019 symposium Animafest Scanner VI is once more at the frontline of the discourse in animation studies. By focusing on the connection and relationship between animation and fine arts, on aspects of education and history in animation, and also on the interactions and synergies with virtual reality, Animafest Scanner invites international scholars to present and discuss new theoretical approaches and practical applications. Located at one of the most respected animation festivals in the world, it is a meeting point for many leading artists and professionals. The sixth edition of the Symposium for Contemporary Animation aims to stimulate the exchange between filmmakers and researchers.

Submission deadline: 01 March 2019

Terms and conditions of the public call: https://goo.gl/XE6QUd

For additional questions contact: scanner@animafest.hr