SIGGRAPH 2005, the 32nd conference on computer graphics and interactive techniques, attracted 29,122 artists, research scientists, developers, and academics from 81 countries to Los Angeles this week. More than 250 companies exhibited, including 65 for the first time, covering more than 70,000 net square feet of space.

"SIGGRAPH 2005 has exceeded all our expectations both in terms of attendance and the pervasive spirit of collaboration that was rampant in every venue of the conference," commented James L. Mohler, SIGGRAPH 2005 Conference Chair from Purdue University. "The level of attendance and exhibitor representation is a clear indicator of the strength of SIGGRAPH and the importance of computer graphics and IT in today's society."