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Eyeworks Festival of Experimental Animation

The Eyeworks Festival is a screening series focusing on experimental animation. Founded in 2010 and now presenting its 11th iteration, festival programs showcase outstanding experimental animation of all sorts, and include classic films and contemporary works.

Eyeworks concentrates on works made by individual artists, drawing on the tradition of classic cartoon animation, and the lineages of avant-garde and underground cinema. The aim of Eyeworks is to present works that engage the enormous potential inherent in the art form of animation, and to show pieces that use animation as part of distinctly personal, conceptual, exploratory, and critical practices.

The Eyeworks Festival, based in Los Angeles, is organized by Alexander Stewart and Lilli Carré . Presented by Pioneer Works at 2220 Arts in Los Angeles, Block Cinema in Chicago and Roxy Cinema in New York City, the 2022 festival—organized as two programs—follows a two-year pandemic hiatus, and is made possible with support by the CalArts Faculty Development Fund.

Please note that some works contain flashing and strobe lights.

Total Runtime 70 minutes

Looping on screen:

Krišs Salmanis, 100 Still Lives , 2014

Lars-Arne Hult, Strip-tease , 1981

Andy Cahill, Today I Will Be The Bread , 2022

Jane Aaron, Set In Motion , 1987

David Daniels, Buzz Box , 1985

Paul Vester, Picnic , 1987

Miranda Javid, The Wind , 2020

Sebastian Buerkner, Surge , 2020

Pallavi Agarwala, Once More With Feeling , 2016

Sarah Pucill, You Be Mother , 1990

Brandon Blommaert, The Jeweller , 2022

Joanna Priestly, Jade Leaf , 1985

Hayoun Kwon, 489 Years , 2016

Total runtime 73 mins

Selina Trepp, Rotation , 2016

Rastko Ćirić, Invisible and Poorly Visible Animal Species , 1988

Barry Doupé, RED HOUSE , 2022

Matthew Thurber, How the Dog Learned Perspective , 2021

Yoriko Mizushiri, Anxious Body , 2021

Yara Elfouly, Supermuseums , 2021

Justin Jinsoo Kim, The Exhausted , 2021

Sondra Perry, It’s In The Game ‘17 , 2017

Michel Bret, Automappe , 1988

Rose Lowder, Bouquets 28-30 , 2005

Tim Macmillan, Ferment , 1999

Zekkereya El-magharbel, stimm along, stimm along, stimm along , 2017

Kathleen Daniel, Scent , 2015

Kate Renshaw-Lewis, Belly Talkers , 2021

Madoka, GYRØ , 2014

In Los Angeles: Films by Barry Doupé

Barry Doupé in person

RED HOUSE , 2022

Whaty , 2012

Vhery , 2013

Ponytail [Excerpt], 2008

The Colors that Combine to Make White are Important [Excerpt], 2012

Bubble Boing , 2017

Thalé , 2009

Silent Symphony , 2017

Shiksou , 2012

Distracted Blueberry [Excerpts], 2019

In Chicago: Films by Laura Harrison

Laura Harrison in person

Little Red Giant The Monster That I Was , 2016

The Lingerie Show , 2015

The Limits of Vision , 2022

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The Eyeworks Festival of Experimental Animation returns to REDCAT with a special retrospective screening of films by filmmaker and artist Al Jarnow. Since the late 1960s, Jarnow has created hundreds of animated films, including dozens of shorts for “Sesame Street” and PBS and his personal experimental films that bridge science and the quotidian, using time-lapse, drawing, and stop-motion techniques. Jarnow will present a program of his films in person, followed by an onstage conversation with Eyeworks Festival curators Alexander Stewart and Lilli Carré.  Founded in 2010, Eyeworks is a curatorial project dedicated to exhibiting distinctive, personal, and visionary experimental films that use the technique of animation.

The program includes a post-screening talk with Al Jarnow, moderated by Alexander Stewart and Lilli Carré.

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Jarnow is an artist driven by an enviable desire to endlessly chase ideas, taking new perspectives and trying out all approaches.

Eleanor McKeown, Electric Sheep

For over 50 years, Al Jarnow has used animation in order to perceive ways the universe moves, through light, time, scale, and cycles. His film works are in the collection of MoMA and the Met, and he created over 100 pieces for PBS , including iconic works for “Sesame Street” and “3-2-1 Contact.” Through his company Protozone, he has created interactive software and educational exhibits for museums that include his ongoing interest in waves, shorelines, rocks, patterns, and geometry. Jarnow currently works with algorithmic software compositions and makes ephemeral “beachworks” using found materials on the beaches near his home on Long Island, New York.

The Owl and the Pussycat (1968)

Dir. Al Jarnow, 90 sec.

Dir. Al Jarnow, 1 min.

Tondo (1973)

Dir. Al Jarnow, 2 min.

Plans and Elevations (1980)

Dir. Al Jarnow, 3 min.

Cosmic Letter

Perspectives

Four Quadrant Exercises (1975)

Facial Recognition

Litter Rap

Number 17 Rap

Cubits (1978)

Dir. Al Jarnow, 4 min.

Autosong (1976)

Dir. Al Jarnow, 9 min.

Earth Works

Incidence of the Northern Moon (1980)

Cosmic Clock

Jesse the First Year (1979)

Shorelines (1977)

Celestial Navigations (1985) Dir. Al Jarnow, 14 min.

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Animation festivals are a unique opportunity for animators from all over the world to present their work and for the public to enjoy the latest trends and developments in the industry . With the growing interest in animation in recent years, international animation festivals have become increasingly important. In this article, we are going to talk about the best international animation festivals not to be missed.

Annecy International Animation Film Festival

The Annecy International Animation Film Festival is the largest and most prestigious animation festival in the world . Held annually in Annecy, a town in eastern France, it features a variety of animation-related events, including screenings, exhibitions, workshops, conferences and competitions. The festival is an opportunity for animators from all over the world to present their work and for animation studios to present their latest projects. In addition, the festival offers a space for networking and the exchange of ideas between professionals in the 3D animation sector .

Zagreb International Animation Film Festival

The Zagreb International Animation Film Festival is held in the Croatian capital and is one of the oldest and most respected animation festivals in the world . The festival focuses on independent and experimental animation , and is characterised by the work of animators from all over the world who experiment with different techniques and styles. The festival is an opportunity for animators to present their most innovative and experimental works , and for the public to discover new trends in the world of 2D animation .

Ottawa International Animation Film Festival

The Ottawa International Animation Film Festival is one of the most important animation festivals in North America and is held in the Canadian city of Ottawa . The festival focuses on independent and experimental animation , presenting innovative and experimental works by animators from around the world. In addition to the main competition, the festival includes a section dedicated to virtual reality animation , which presents a selection of animated works that use virtual reality technology to create immersive and immersive experiences for the viewer.

Hiroshima International Animated Film Festival

The Hiroshima International Animation Film Festival is held in the Japanese city of Hiroshima and is one of the most important animation festivals in Asia . The festival focuses on independent and experimental animation, and features innovative and experimental works that address important social and political issues such as social justice and equality.

In addition to the main competition, the festival also features a section dedicated to educational animation , which includes a variety of animated works produced for education in different fields such as science, history and culture.

Animayo International Animation Film Festival

The Animayo International Animation Film Festival is held in the Spanish city of Gran Canaria and is one of the most important animation festivals in Europe . This festival focuses on animation, visual effects and video games , and features a wide variety of events, from screenings and workshops to round tables and talks with industry experts . One of the festival’s distinctive features is its focus on education and training in animation, offering a wide range of workshops and courses for students and industry professionals. In addition , the festival includes a section dedicated to children’s animation , featuring a selection of short and feature-length animated films for children.

If you want to know in which of them Quantic Animation has presented works or in which Quantic Animation has been present, please contact us .

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Stockholm Experimental Animation Film Festival, SEAFF, is back in its fifth edition! Focusing on animated short and experimental film, we present highly recognized artists and directors from the international scene as well as new and emerging independent artists and storytellers.

We aim to showcase and promote a diverse and original program of compelling imagery and storytelling with an independent and rare spirit. We accept narrative and none narrative film, video art, computer animation (2D & 3D), music videos, traditional animation and stop-motion animation on any topic, from every country around the world.

- Attention will be given to artistic originality and creativity. - We welcome ideas with experimental ambitions. - Our selection is based solely on aesthetic values.

The first three editions of SEAFF have been held at Zita and Rio, two of Stockholm’s oldest and finest cinemas. Due to the pandemic, the fourth edition was arranged online and for free, thankfully reaching a bigger audience than ever.

SEAFF enriches and provides Stockholm and Scandinavia with a piece of the great diversity of ambitious and qualitative films made internationally. The festival has been given attention in both Swedish and international press and has been supported by the cultural department of Stockholm City and by the Art Grant Committee in Sweden.

The purpose and goal with SEAFF is to draw attention to filmmakers who through their versatility, artistic originality and creativity leave an unique impression on the art of film!

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Thu November 5, 2015 - Sat November 7, 2015

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Founded in 2010, the Eyeworks Festival of Experimental Animation is an invitational festival focused on abstract animation and unconventional character animation. Festival programs showcase outstanding experimental animation of all sorts, and include classic films and new works. Films presented cover an extremely broad range of animation techniques including stop-motion, computer animation, replacement animation, and a wide variety of hand-drawn methods. Concentrating on films made by individual artists, Eyeworks celebrates the enormous potential of the art of animation. This year’s festival features a historical tribute to Cecile Starr and Robert Russett’s influential book  Experimental Animation  (1976), a screening with visiting artist Takeshi Murata, and two programs of curated shorts from around the world.  

Tribute to Experimental Animation

Thursday, november 5, 2015 7:00 pm (16 and 35mm, approximately 100 min. ).

Published in 1976, Robert Russett and Cecile Starr’s Experimental Animation was among the first texts to trace the trajectory of the kinetic art form by directly linking the abstract work of early pioneers to the technological breakthroughs of the 1960s and 70s. The book was a collaboration between Russett (1935-2015), an animator and scholar, and Starr (1921-2014), a critic, teacher and filmmaker, who combined their expertise of contemporary practices and early animation to compile this definitive volume. The program, curated by archivist John Klacsmann, highlights a selection of work featured in  Experimental Animation  including films by Walter Ruttmann, Mary Ellen Bute, Paul Sharits, Harry Smith, Adam Beckett, and Caroline Leaf. 

Archival prints courtesy of Academy Film Archive and Anthology Film Archives.  

Melter: Films by Takeshi Murata

Friday, november 6, 2015 7:00 pm.

Takeshi Murata’s work bridges the traditions of abstract psychedelic cinema with contemporary computer animation, glitch techniques, and uncanny realism. His optically-seductive, culturally-critical, and consciousness-lacerating animation straddles both the worlds of contemporary art and experimental cinema. Murata’s films are challenging, weird, humorous, self-aware, and impressively visionary. 

Introduction and post-screening Q&A with visiting artist Takeshi Murata. Sponsored by the Department of Art Theory & Practice.  

Shorts Program 1

Saturday, november 7, 2015 1:00 pm (approximately 70 min.).

The first of two shorts programs features various works including a film from Robert Breer, who is considered to be the father of avant-garde animation in America, and a film from Jules Engel, who founded the influential Experimental Animation program at CalArts. This program is arranged in the Eyeworks Festival’s signature style, with classic and contemporary selections programmed together.  

Shorts Program 2

Saturday, november 7, 2015 3:30 pm (approximately 70 min.).

This second program of short films includes a visionary computer animation from the 1970s by artist Ed Emshwiller and new work by contemporary animation star Yoriko Mizushiri, whose sensual and surrealist hand-drawn works have been audience favorites in previous festivals. This program features classic and contemporary works from around the world, and includes both abstract and figurative animation.

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The 2024 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour is a 110-minute theatrical program of seven short films curated from the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, including three Festival Award–winning titles. The tour program is a sampling of Festival offerings and a testament to the unique storytelling potential that the format holds. Audiences can enjoy a mix of fiction, documentary, and animated shorts that are funny, sad, inspiring, and full of strong characters. Driven by innovation and experimentation, the Short Film Program seeks out filmmaking’s most original voices from around the world. 

The Festival’s Short Film Program has long been established as a place to discover talented directors, such as past alumni Andrea Arnold, Lake Bell, Damien Chazelle, Destin Daniel Cretton, Jay and Mark Duplass, Debra Granik, Rashaad Ernesto Green, Reinaldo Marcus Green, Todd Haynes, Sterlin Harjo, Don Hertzfeldt, Sky Hopinka, Shaka King, Lynne Ramsay, Dee Rees, Joey Soloway, Taika Waititi, and many others.

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ALOK / U.S.A. (Director: Alex Hedison, Producers: Natalie Shirinian, Elizabeth Baudouin, Meggan Lennon) — A compelling portrait of Alok Vaid-Menon, acclaimed nonbinary author, poet, comedian, and public speaker. Executive-produced by Jodie Foster. Nonfiction.   Cast: Alok Vaid-Menon, Dylan Mulvaney, Chani Nicholas.

Bug Diner  / U.S.A. (Director and Screenwriter: Phoebe Jane Hart) — A dissatisfied marriage, a secret crush, and workplace fantasies come to a head in a diner run by a mole with a hot ass. Fiction.   Cast: Jacob Levy, Phoebe Hart.  2024 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Jury Award: Animation. 

Pathological / U.S.A. (Director and Screenwriter: Alison Rich, Producers: Bridgett Greenberg, Ingrid Haas, Avtar Khalsa, Peter Principato, Todd Ruhnau) — A woman who’s a pathological liar wakes up one day to discover her lies have become true. Fiction. Cast: Alison Rich, Meaghan Rath, Luke Cook, Adam Lustick, Heather Pasternak, George Kareman. 

Pisko the Crab Child is in Love / Japan (Director and Screenwriter: Makoto Nagahisa, Producer: Yasuo Suzuki) — Pisko’s father is a crab while her mother is human. Pisko falls in love with her teacher but is heartbroken when he leaves her because she is half-crab. Pisko finally finds love and companionship with her friend Kubokayo. Fiction.  Cast: Aiko Kano, Saya, Maki Fukuda, Kanta Sato. 2024 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Special Jury Prize for Directing.

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Eyeworks 2023

Oct. 27 - Al Jarnow at REDCAT, Los Angeles.  Festival guest Al Jarnow in person

Oct. 29 - 2220 Arts + Archives, Los Angeles

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Eyeworks 2022

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The annual Eyeworks Festival was on hiatus in 2020 and 2021 Eyeworks 2019

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2024 Transient Visions: Festival of the Moving Image

Transient Visions: Festival of the Moving Image was established in 2013. It celebrates the cutting edge art of the moving image through screenings, exhibitions, performances, and other festival events, providing a cultural experience that enriches the local community. The Festival works as a venue to meet artists in this region and beyond, exchanging and sharing ideas, while developing mutual relationship.

Call for Artists - Experimental Film Workshop in Transylvania

2024 July 14th - 19th in Cisnadioara, Transylvania, Romania

Result Presentation at Cisnadioara Experimental Film Festival 2024 July 20th - 21st

Participants from more then 10 countries getting inspired in archetypical landscape of Transylvania, following own ideas and creating group-films with participants from more then 10 countries. Results are presented at Cisnadioara Experimental Film Festival.

Late Deadline 6th Edition Screener Short Films

6th EDITION SSF is open for submissions!! And the LATE deadline is around the corner....LAST CALL!!

We are a short film festival based in Hackney, London. We will screen the finalist films on a specific Hackney venue. 

• Upcoming events
• Upcoming deadlines
• Free Submission Calls

Continuous calls

• Queer Moving Image Review Open Call
• UMW Video Wall - Video Art Submissions
• Lake Ivan Film Journal - Experimental film reviews - Call to filmmakers

SEAT at Short Run!

The Seattle Experimental Animation Team was represented at the Short Run Comix & Arts Festival at the Seattle Center on November 5th last month. Animations by Britta Johnson, Chris Looney, Clyde Peterson, Drew Christie, Guinness Waller, James Webber, Nelly Goniodsky, Stefan Gruber, Tess Martin, Webster Crowell, as well as Joe Garber, Aubrey Nehring, Lydia Fu, and Alex Chiu were all displayed inside the SEAT tent, while James Webber, Stefan Gruber and Charlie Daugherty helped man the table, where zines, flipbooks and DVDs were on sale. Awesome fest everybody, ’til next year!

Photo via James Webber.

SEAT Zoetropes at Bumbershoot!

The Seattle Experimental Animation Team was in full force at the recent Bumbershoot festival. The team installed their three giant zoetropes sculptures which included some brand new animated loops with a ‘disaster’ theme, as well as other video/animation related installations. The zoetropes were originally constructed for the month-long SEAT & Spin exhibit at Gallery 4Culture, and we’re happy more people got to experience them. Go SEAT!

The SEAT corner at Bumbershoot. Photo by James Webber.

SEAT @ Bumbershoot 2016 from SEAT on Vimeo .

SEAT @ Bumbershoot 2016 B from SEAT on Vimeo .

SEAT @ Bumbershoot 2016 C from SEAT on Vimeo .

Zoetropes in action. Photo by James Webber.

Works represented:

Webster Crowell: Bad Neighborhood Courtney Barnebey: Destruction Projector Clyde Petersen: Harsh Tokes and Bong Jokes James Webber: Tsunami: Over and Down Seatown Britta Johnson: Incoming Chris Looney: Eff’d Up Ferry Tale Stewart McCullough, Bayu Angermeyer & Esmé McCullough: Unleashed in Seattle Britta Johnson: Outer Layer Neely Goniodsky: Flood Tess Martin: Falling Man Britta Johnson: Heat Transfer

Shot in the dark: hand-crafted animated shorts from around the world

Come celebrate the re-launch of the Haptic Animation Amplifier website by watching a selection of animated short films from around the world. Curator Tess Martin is visiting from the Netherlands and bringing with her a charming program of animated shorts seen at film festivals, or discovered during her monthly animation discussion event she runs in Rotterdam called Manifest: Animation Show & Tell .

On August 8, 7PM, at the Grand Illusion Cinema , she will present the work of her non-profit Haptic Animation Amplifier, show off its revamped website (which now includes profiles on PNW animators, a timeline of animation in our region, and other useful info), and she will introduce you to inspiring independent animated shorts from Poland, Italy, France, Canada, Hungary and more. These films are innovative either in their technique, storytelling approach, or artistic point of view. They are sure to generate discussion and inspiration for the animator and animation fan alike. This event is FREE to attend and was supported, in part, by an award from 4Culture.

Website announcement , Facebook event .

Rendezvous in a bar after the event!

Our favorite stop-motion films

Still from Anomalisa

Anomalisa opens in Seattle on January 15th (find it at AMC Pacific Place). This Charlie Kaufman-penned film has been hotly anticipated by film and animation fans alike, since it’s the screenwriter’s first foray into frame by frame puppet manipulation. Its release made us think about what are OUR favorite stop-motion films? Here is a sampling:

Sihanouk Mariona (freelance animator – who also worked for a short time on Anomalisa!) picks Birdhouse , by Rich Zim:

“Birdhouse, by Rich Zim, has been one of my favorites since i first saw it in college.  It’s one of those wonderful combos of both abstract and narrative that absorbs you into its surreal world right away. Through the relationship of a regular guy and his new friend, we explore the ups and downs of friendship, dependency, loneliness and the freedom of release. Basically, the life span of most relationships.  I think we can all find something to relate to in this short film, whether it’s from the characters, the story, or the wacky environment. A strong piece, Birdhouse is definitely worth seeing and including in any animation curriculum.” Devin Ensz (freelance animator) picks Food by Jan Svankmajer:

“My favorite stop motion film is “Food” by Jan Svankmajer.  I love Svankmajer’s radical and disruptive treatment of the human body through it’s relation to food.  Svankmajer is something of an animation terrorist.  Combining pixilation and claymation, Svankmajer offers a devastating critique of capitalist values while documenting the collapse of the communist system and it’s discontents.  His animation is always surprising and completely original, and there is literally nothing like it.”

Webster Crowell (animator/director, look out for his live action/animation combo webseries Rocketmen) picks The Immaculate Conception of Little Dizzle by David Russo:

“A lot of modern stop-motion is too clean, the motion and the models are so tidy they could just as easily be CG without the bother of building all the stuff. David Russo is a filmmaker who knew better, his films are energetic and impatient, he’s a director who gets why our eyes are drawn to stuttering images. His feature film (The Immaculate Conception of Little Dizzle) is a project that wouldn’t function in lesser hands, and the animation/time lapse opening titles are stupefying.”

“I’ve always been attracted to stop motion animation, however this was the film that opened my mind to its more mature and meaningful potential. I love the symbolic, surreal, and dreamlike quality of the worlds that the Brothers Quay create. The setting, the music, the animation style, and the mystery surrounding the main character in Street of Crocodiles drew me in deeply. Their cinematic approach is always satisfying to me.”

SEAT success at Short Run

The Seattle Experimental Animation Team was happy to take part in the Short Run Comix & Arts Festival on Halloween in Seattle. We set up a tent, showed films inside and had a great time. Special thanks to James Webber for spearheading this year’s endeavor. Until next year!

Setting up the tent. Photo by James Webber.

Setting up the table. Photo by James Webber.

The Short Run hall. Photo by Alex Stonehill/Short Run.

Attendees waiting in line. Photo by Alex Stonehill/Short Run.

Seattle animator and graphic novelist Bruce Bickford at his table. Photo by Alex Stonehill/Short Run.

SHORT RUN 2015

Comics and animation go together like peanut butter & jelly, am I right or am I right. Which is why SEAT has always had an animation tent at the SHORT RUN Comix & Arts Festival. We are going to have a mixture of animations from SEAT members, SHORT RUN exhibitors and an excerpt from Bruce Bickford’s Cas’l, plus Jim Woodring’s 3D slides, about 80 minutes of visual delights! We also have a late additional to the program, a collection of visual poetries called WRIT LARGE curated by FICTILIS , that runs about 30 minutes. Did I mention the festival is free!

11 AM : SEAT Members’ Shorts

NOON : Exhibitors’ Shorts

12:30 : WRIT LARGE

1:00 : Bruce Bickford’s CAS’L’ (6 min. excerpt)

1:30 : Jim Woodring’s 3D Slides

2:00 : SEAT Members’ Shorts

3:00 : Exhibitors’ Shorts

3:30 : WRIT LARGE

4:00 : Bruce Bickford’s CAS’L’ (6 min. excerpt)

4:30 : Jim Woodring’s 3D Slides

5:00 : SEAT Members’ Shorts

5:30 : Coldbrew Collective’s Horror Film Video-Mix

We will see you there.

Check out Boundary Crossings in Portland – August 7th

This year’s closing exhibition will be on August 7th, one night only!

Identity and Space: No Road Map

PNCA Mediatheque  511 NW Broadway Friday August 7, 2015  6:30pm

“Space and time are at the heart of animation. With the proliferation of digital technologies animation expands from the notion of 2-D screen and increasingly impacts public spaces and events – malls, bars, galleries, architecture and live performance.  Space can be, as this workshop proposes, a starting point, inspiring a reflection on issues of private and public from the sphere of the personal ideas of place and community.

Stop Motion Animation Clinic in Olympia

Member Mari Ichimasu and the team from her current stop motion animation project “Sanpomichi” are hosting an event called “Stop-motion animation Clinic” in Olympia on Mother’s day. Bring your mom!

5 / 10 (sunday) 3pm Free @ Voyeur Cafe, Olympia WA

They will be showing the teaser trailer for Sanpomichi, give “how to” and “how we do” presentations.  Sets, props and puppets will all be on display for hands on learning.

– FB event page – Sanpomichi

Upcoming animation at the NW Film Forum!

The NW Film Forum on Capitol Hill has always had interesting programming, but more so recently with all the animation stuff they’ve been bringing in! Here are some cool looking things you might want to check out:

First and foremost is the grandmaster of indie animation himself, Bill Plympton will be visiting and giving a workshop on April 15th called Being An Indie Artist . He will also be screening his newest independently produced feature film Cheatin’ April 15-21 . Not to be missed!

Cheatin’ Trailer from Bill Plympton on Vimeo .

The cinema is also showing The King and the Mocking Bird , a recently re-released French animated feature from 1979. This film has a crazy history akin to Roger Williams’ The Thief and the Cobbler, what with it being started originally in 1947, but not finished for three more decades. This is screening March 19-23 . That’s next week!

Kelly Sears is a Denver, CO based filmmaker who specializes in collage animation and plays with documentary, recycled cinema and critical fiction. She is giving a workshop on April 19th called Get Up and Stop Down , where participants will help make animated segments that will eventually be combined with the clips made by the workshop in Portland that Kelly is leading on this same trip, resulting in a collaborative film. Sounds cool! A retrospective of her work is also screening that day at 4:30PM.

Once It Started It Could Not End Otherwise from Rooftop Films on Vimeo .

Also at the Film Forum that might be of interest is the ByDesign program April 10-14 , which always has cool films that explore the intersection of design and moving image. Filmmaker Roger Beebe is visiting and giving a Distressed Film Workshop on March 29th which sounds awesome, as well as screening a selection of his Multi-Projector Experiments (on 16MM) on March 28th that sound pretty unique.  If you want more 16MM, there is actually a program called Sweet 16 (Millimeter) on April 18th where they are screening rare 16mm films by Seattle filmmakers including our very own Webster Crowell .

And finally the Henry Art Gallery is throwing a party called the Arty Party on April 19th that will include a screening of the Best of the Fest of the Children’s Film Festival , which ran at the NW Film Forum in January. This selection includes a number of cool international shorts for kids from Germany, France, Russia, Norway, the Netherlands, Czech Republic and Japan!

A very cool selection, and that’s only for March and April!

Sequestered Together opens tomorrow!

The Seattle Experimental Animation Team has been working really hard that last few days on our new gallery show at the Archer Gallery in Clark College in Vancouver, WA, outside Portland, OR. The show is called Sequestered Together: The Dangerous and Lonely World of Animation and the opening is tomorrow, February 17th!

The show is an elaborate collection of short films, music videos, giant spinnable zoetropes and making-of detritus (still frames from drawn animations, puppets, sketches, etc.) from Seattle animators. Represented animators are: Clyde Petersen , Stefan Gruber , Britta Johnson , Webster Crowell , Neely Goniodsky , Ian Obermuller , Devin Ensz , Komari Ichimasu , Joe Garber , Salise Hughes , Sarah Jane Lapp , Chris Looney and Tess Martin .

The opening is Tuesday, February 17th, 5PM-8PM and at 5:30PM a guided walk by some of the animators will take place. The show is up until March 14th! Here is the Facebook event . What a great opportunity for the Portland area animators to mingle with the Seattle animators!

And check out this post from the Phoenix, the Clark College Literary & Art Journal, about the show.

Experimental Animation Shines in Annecy Contrechamp Title ‘Journey of Shadows’: ‘I Understand Animation as a Model to Reflect Ourselves’

By Holly Jones

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The minimal and subliminal converge in Swiss artist Yves Netzhammer ‘s Annecy Contrechamp title “ Journey of Shadows ” (“Reise der Schatten”).

Netzhammer, who made his feature debut with “Journey,” is well known for his work in sculpture, animation, mixed-media and video, all of which informed his animated project and abstract rendering of the human condition.

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Produced by Stella Händler at Freihändler Filmproduktion GMBH and Jolanda Gsponer a Liechti Filmproduktion, who also handle world sales rights, alongside Gabriela Bloch Steinmann and SRF Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen, the film sets up three main figures on screen, two mannequin-styled forms managing a tumultuous romantic relationship through bouts of self-reflection, and a simian companion. The aesthetic is both modern and futuristic in its rendering. A delicate choreography ensues, as the figures make quick work of love’s emotional labor and the inevitable toils associated.

Contemplative and clever, while also mind-bending, taboo and raw, the nude-hued silhouettes carry all the trappings of modern flesh and bone as they meander around a veritable fugue state. 

“What impresses me most is the deep humanity with which Yves’ figures address us, even though they have neither a face nor other individual attributes,” Händler relayed.

Netzhammer wrote, directed, and painstakingly animated the 3D feature, which debuted at the International Film Festival Rotterdam earlier this year.

“This animation work, as well as the technical preparation for a feature-length film, is enormously time-consuming and complex. With this approach, I believe I can offer the audience an extraordinary cinematic experience,” he added.

With no words to clutter the film’s colorful atmosphere or muddy the emotions presenting themselves through fluid movement, the forward and stalled trajectories are ever more striking. The images hold viewers captive rather than relying on a preconceived plotline full of concrete meaning. Essentially, the viewer is left to project their desires onto the austere figures, as the film calls into question our agency while ruminating on the connections we make, bend, then break.

A visceral jaunt, oddly warm and inviting while uncanny and void of precise emotion, the forms take on the plotlines cast upon them by an audience rather than being front-loaded by the filmmaker. The figures careen into and away from one another like clockwork and destiny at once, leading to an assembly line of experience for the nameless forms – at times brutal, illogical and dystopic.

“My reduced style allows for a lot of openness. This means that you can empathize with the characters and go on this cinematic journey with them. Of course, this openness also raises the question of how, or in what way, we can still tell ourselves stories in a world so saturated with information and emotions,” Netzhammer explained.

“I actually understand animation as a model to reflect ourselves in the world and how we think about the boundaries of subjective and collective freedom,” he continued.

Accompanying the characters, a sophisticated, astral score with music by Anthony Pateras, curated by sound designer Oscar Parcival van Hoogevest, that works to realize the transcendent nature of the images. Fluid morsels of matter drift through the scenes alongside it, recalling humanity but standing firmly outside any bounds equated with the species.

An affinity for non-natural artforms is apparent, as Netzhammer proclaims, “Naturalistic aesthetics and narratives run the risk of illustrating prefabricated knowledge.” By employing techniques that test the bounds of whimsy, “Journey of Shadows” is on track to provide another immersive and innovative artistic odyssey.

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Fest Anča 2024 Presents Its Accompanying Programme

15 June 2024 // Festival News

Animation Magazine

A diverse accompanying programme is essential to the Fest Anča International Animation Festival. The focus of the festival’s 17th edition – Nightmare – will also be reflected in the musical performances of remarkable inter/national performers such as DJ Lycox, ম m., Zaffer9 and Bolka , as well as in masterclasses, exhibitions, and lectures.

Tucano Urbano (also known as Filip  Smith ) will lead the festival warm-up at Stanica Žilina-Záriečie with an intense 90 minutes of fast-paced Jersey Club rhythms, UKG, and tropical-trance trap music. A great set featuring the best beats will get you on the dancefloor.

Slovak artist, DJ and dancer Krishpin will perform at the Žilina Municipal Theatre and later at the New Synagogue after the opening ceremony. His selections are based on both traditional and post-club forms of Latin American and African music: from merengue to Nigerian cruise. Across this spectrum, his sets reflect his own Central European Gen Z identity by referencing pop hits or early 2000s internet culture. The result is escalated situations that are dirty, gritty, deep, but also very funny.

Friday’s accompanying programme will take place at the Žilina-Záriečie Station. Duo Zaffer 9 ( Helena Hájková and Viktor Jenčuš ) will present a fusion of witch house, hyper-pop, noise and glitchcore in a specific concept of club electronica. Prepare for soaring vocals, deconstructed rhythms, and melodies inspired by the angst of the post-internet age.

A nightmare fusion of film and music will be brought to life with a screening of an adult puppet fairy tale called Blood Time and Red String created by independent American director Christiane Cegavske over a period of 13 years. This mystical world’s soundtrack will be performed by the Slovak sound artist Bolka . His subversive musical production is charmingly entertaining and sonically complex – bordering on experimental pop and sound design.

Evil Medvěd , the project of Scottish-Czech artist Faolan McGowan , will also be performed live. They are interested in organic analogue creation through modular synthesis. Their production is intricate, yet playful, tender, and personal. They often hold workshops at Synth Library Prague, a feminist institution committed to providing access to music technology while presenting a platform for critical thinking

Experimental baile funk, dembow and reggaeton will be mixed by Slovak music journalist DJ VLZQUES b2b yangovica . They will be joined with a VJ set by Kristýna Sidlárová alias sida100 , a Czech visual artist and graphic designer, whose works have been shown at London’s Tate Modern.

Friday evening will also feature a distinctive atmosphere of disparate but melodic and breathtaking music, stripped to its very core, presented by Alina Astrova , performing under the artistic name Lolina . Before embarking on her solo career, she was part of the duo Hype Williams with Dean Blunt. She currently tackles themes such as hostility, immigration and social inequality in London, while her hazy vocals absorb the words into haunting melodies to create something uniquely beautiful.

On Saturday, at Stanici Žilina-Záriečie, Fest Anča visitors can look forward to percussive sets building on the Global South rhythms to trace collaborative musical histories and hybridities across the wider region from the hyper-talented Vienna-based ম m. (mwo). Their sets question how the roots of queer and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, (and) People of Color) club music are reflected, erased and appropriated across the Western club spectrum.

“It’s important for me to be constantly in conversation with the dance floor, and to be critical of how these spaces are constructed and, most importantly, who they are designed for. My tendency is to focus on queerness and recreate ideas of nightlife and dance from Euro-American club culture, ” says মm.

PiNKBUS: Venice Intervention will also be presented on Saturday. An award-winning contemporary dance and physical theatre dancer, choreographer and performer Martin “Venice” Talaga is also interested in experimental and visual works, folk dance and drag. During his studies and professional career, he has successfully collaborated with many choreographers, theatre directors and companies.

Multidisciplinary artist seafur will light up the dance floor at Station Žilina-Záriečie with a blend of genres, decades and moods. seafur likes to demolish the concept of guilty pleasures, so the eclectic selection will include hyperpop and salsa, dembow and synthpop, batida and soundcloud bootlegs. seafur will be accompanied by Sewingbug – a VJ and director of short animated films based in Krakow and Seoul – as part of the VJ set. Sewingbug uses bizarre 3D and 2D animations in his work and has performed at several major events such as Berlin Artweeks, Seoul NADA FEST and VJ battle in Gdansk.

Parisian producer DJ Lycox will oversee the festival’s exciting and energetic finale. The range of his musical productions is wide – introspective afrohouse sits alongside cinematic jungle excursions, and slower BPMs are followed by more melodic tracks with traditional “latas” batida percussions.

There’s more…

In addition to the musical programme, Fest Anča also prepared an accompanying programme. Nikita Diakur , the main guest of the festival and a leading name in contemporary animation, will present his distinctive work using glitch aesthetics at a masterclass. The masterclass will be followed by a screening of his films.

Cinematographer Denisa Buranová and her camera team will talk about their work on the award-winning children’s puppet film Tony, Shelly and the Magic Light, and for animators and cinematographers they have also prepared a practical workshop Behind the scenes of stop-motion animation . Their film will be screened as part of the Fest Anča programme.

Katarína Nádaská , a leading Slovak ethnologist and historian, will give a lecture about nightmares in a historical context. She will focus mainly on the experiences of queer people in the Slovak countryside.

The exhibition Nevedomie by the Slovak animator Martina Malovaníková , who also works in painting and illustration, will be full of suggestions about drastic contemporary impulses, preserved in distant places of the mind. In the exhibition Unless Useless , the artist Toasted_Bread will bring the content of emotional reflections into a raw environment. He works as a volunteer for the European Solidarity Corps in the cultural centres New Synagogue and Stanica Žilina-Záriečie.

At Stanici Žilina-Záriečie you will be able to see posters by Slovak visual artist and animator Matej Mihályi , which he created for the BAB Festival. After a long break, the legendary Animation Karaoke Battle format will also return to Fest Anča. This challenge aims to showcase any creative activity during a randomly selected film.

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40 Facts About Elektrostal

Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 01 Jun 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy , materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes , offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development .

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy , with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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Order of Lenin Moscow Air Defence District

Ордена Ленина Московский округ ПВО

Military Unit: 64178

Commanders:

• Marshal of the Soviet Union Kirill Semenovich Moskalenko, 1948 - 1953
• Colonel-General Nikolay Nikiforovich Nagornyy, 1953 - 1954
• Marshal of the Soviet Union Pavel Fedorovich Batitskiy, 1954 - 7.66
• Colonel-General Vasiliy Vasilevich Okunev, 7.66 - 8.70
• Marshal of Aviation Aleksandr Ivanovich Koldunov, 8.70 - 1975
• Colonel-General Boris Viktorovich Bochkov, 1975 - 1980
• Marshal of Aviation Anatoliy Ustinovich Konstantinov, 1980 - 1987
• Colonel-General Vladimir Georgievich Tsarkov, 1987 - 1989
• General of the Army Viktor Alekseevich Prudnikov, 1989 - 8.91
• General of the Army Anatoliy Mikhaylovich Kornukov, 8.91 - 1998
• Colonel-General G.B. Vasilev, 1998 - 2002
• Colonel-General Yuriy V. Solovev, from 2002

Activated 1948 in Moscow, Moscow Oblast, as the Moscow Air Defence Region , from the North-Western Air Defence District.

1950 renamed Moscow Air Defence District .

Organisation 1955:

• 37th Fighter Aviation Corps PVO (Morsansk, Tambov Oblast)
• 56th Fighter Aviation Corps PVO (Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Oblast)
• 78th Guards Fighter Aviation Corps PVO (Bryansk, Bryansk Oblast)
• 88th Fighter Aviation Corps PVO (Rzhev, Kalinin Oblast)
• 151st Guards Fighter Aviation Division PVO (Klin, Moscow Oblast)
• 38th independent Reconnaissance Aviation Squadron (Rzhev, Kalinin Oblast)
• 182nd independent Reconnaissance Aviation Squadron
• 90th independent Transport Aviation Squadron (Stupino, Moscow Oblast)
• 1st Guards Anti-Aircraft Artillery Division (Maryino-Znamenskoye, Moscow Oblast)
• 52nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Division (Biryulevo, Moscow Oblast)
• 74th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Division (Mytishchi, Moscow Oblast)
• 76th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Division (Skolkovo, Moscow Oblast)
• 78th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Division (Gorkiy, Gorkiy Oblast)
• 80th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Division (Moscow (Lenin Hills), Moscow Oblast)
• 96th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Division (Panki, Moscow Oblast)
• 48th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Oblast)
• 80th Guards Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Tula, Tula Oblast)
• 108th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Voronezh, Voronezh Oblast)
• 387th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Sarov, Gorkiy Oblast)
• 389th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Bezhitsa, Bryansk Oblast)
• 393th Guards Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Elektrostal, Moscow Oblast)
• 532nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Smolensk, Smolensk Oblast)
• 1225th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Gorkiy, Gorkiy Oblast)
• 1287th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment (Shcherbaki, Kalinin Oblast)
• 92nd independent Regiment for Radar Countermeasures (Moscow, Moscow Oblast)

Organisation 1962:

• 118th Communications Center (Moscow, Moscow Oblast)
• 6th independent Radio-Technical Regiment (Klin, Moscow Oblast)
• 436th independent Transport Aviation Regiment (Stupino, Moscow Oblast)
• 103rd independent Communications and Radio-Technical Support Company (Stupino, Moscow Oblast)
• 2367th independent Radio-Relay Battalion (Nemchinovka, Moscow Oblast)
• 52nd independent Airfield Engineer Battalion (Kosterevo, Moscow Oblast)
• 1470th independent Engineer Battalion (Elektrostal, Moscow Oblast)
• 193rd independent Transport Battalion (Moscow, Moscow Oblast)
• 1st Air Defence Army for Special Use (Balashikha, Moscow Oblast)
• 2nd Air Defence Corps (Rzhev, Rzhev Oblast)
• 3rd Air Defence Corps (Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Oblast)
• 7th Air Defence Corps (Bryansk, Bryansk Oblast)
• 18th Air Defence Division (Gorkiy, Gorkiy Oblast)

Awarded the Order of Lenin 22.6.68.

Organisation 1970:

• 16th Air Defence Corps (Gorkiy, Gorkiy Oblast)

Organisation 1980:

• 712th Data Center (Moscow, Moscow Oblast)

Organisation 1988:

1998 renamed Moscow Air Force and Air Defence District.

2002 renamed Special Purpose Troop Command.

• Moscow, Moscow Oblast, 1948 - today [55 45 59N, 37 38 22E]

Subordination:

• GK PVO, 1948 - 7.98
• GK VVS and PVO, 7.98 - today