Crossed perspectives, shared experiences: the new series of conversations from SYNTHÈSE

By Lili Trottier

2025-03-31

Montreal, December 11, 2024 | Updated – March 31, 2025 – SYNTHÈSE – Pôle Image Québec launches Regards croisés, expériences partagées (Crossed Perspectives, Shared Experiences), a new series of in-person meetings designed to highlight the inspiring stories of artists and artisans working in digital creation. Immerse yourself in the world of video games, visual effects, animation, and digital experiences through these enriching conversations.

An invitation to inspiration and sharing

These exclusive events offer the opportunity to discover innovative technical and artistic approaches while exploring the unique practices of digital artists. Aimed at professionals, students, and teachers in digital creation, this series aims to build bridges between various disciplines and perspectives while promoting exchanges around shared passions.

First edition: immerse yourself in the world of stop motion and visual effects

Focusing on the theme of collaboration between stop motion animation and visual effects, this first meeting took place on February 6, 2025, at the NAD-UQAC School Auditorium.

Hosted by Elise Voyer, senior project manager at SYNTHÈSE, this conversation featured three renowned guests: Martin Lipmann, Dale Hayward, and Sylvie Trouvé.

These experts shared their expertise in creating stop motion characters and elements, as well as in creating spectacular visual effects such as water, fire, and explosions.

A behind-the-scenes look

On the agenda: behind-the-scenes anecdotes, exploration of technical challenges, and contrasting perspectives on the artistic and creative approaches that bring iconic projects in cinema, short films, and advertising to life. An enriching experience to discover the unique combination of stop motion and visual effects.

A meeting place for the digital creation community

“Our series ‘Regards croisés, expériences partagées’ (Crossed Perspectives, Shared Experiences) provides an opportunity for digital artists to exchange ideas, fostering inspiration and knowledge sharing within the professional and academic community. These meetings contribute to the development of cutting-edge expertise and the promotion of Quebec creativity.” (Traduction) – Elise Voyer, Senior Project Manager, SYNTHÈSE

The conference is now available online.

The conference is now available online, in French with English subtitles, on SYNTHÈSE's EXPERTS platform. A perfect opportunity to (re)discover it at your own pace!

Watch the conference on EXPERTS

Thanks to our partners

SYNTHÈSE would like to warmly thank its partners for their valuable collaboration. Le Clébard, with whom we collaborated to offer two free drinks per person and create a friendly atmosphere during the cocktail party. We would also like to thank the NAD-UQAC School for generously hosting us in its facilities and supporting the event.

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