SIGGRAPH is the world's leading conference and exhibition on computer graphics and interactive techniques, organized by ACM's special interest group SIGGRAPH. The official site calls it "The Premier Conference & Exhibition on Computer Graphics & Interactive Techniques". According to the official site, SIGGRAPH 2027 runs from 8 to 12 August 2027 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, with the exhibition open from 10 to 12 August.

What is this event about?#

SIGGRAPH is where research, art and the imaging industry meet. The official site promises work at the frontiers of creativity and technology spanning AI, robotics, digital twins, immersive experiences and animation. In recent years, papers on AI image and video generation, 3D reconstruction, neural rendering and physical simulation have made up a large part of the program. Alongside papers there are tracks for computer art, animated films, emerging technologies and courses.

Who is it useful for?#

  • Graphics, computer vision and generative image and video AI researchers.
  • Digital artists, animators and people in visual effects and games.
  • VR/AR engineers and builders of 3D tools.
  • Companies looking for technology or talent at the exhibition.

How do you get the most out of it?#

  • Set aside the exhibition days (10-12 August) to see tools and talk with companies.
  • SIGGRAPH courses are very useful for getting into topics such as neural rendering.
  • SIGGRAPH papers are published in the ACM Digital Library, and many authors also release videos presenting their work.

A note for Iranian readers#

US visa rules, sanctions and international payments differ for each person; ask the official site and consular authorities. The official site has not announced an online participation option for this edition so far.