Current Projects
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Science Sense SeriesDecember 28, 2009 The programs in the series will feature some of the world's leading scientists presenting the science behind the environmental challenges we face - making the science behind these critical issues sensible to us all and providing a factual basis for acting on real solutions. Produced in collaboration with Curriculum Corporation and Specialty Studios, the programs will be distributed by Video Project and also The Learning Federation. Apart from online videos and DVDs, the series will include a variety of learning modules, teacher's guides and other educational resources. The first video in the series was recently completed and is available now: Climate Change: Coral Reefs on the Edge28 Minutes In clear and direct language, Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg, one of the world's leading coral biologists, presents his scientific findings that document how C02 emissions are pushing the world's coral reefs to the brink of extinction. → Please view the streaming video or purchase the DVD here: http://site.videoproject.com/coralreefs/ 
Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg, Ph. D., is Director of the Global Change Institute at the University of Queensland, Australia. He is one of the world's foremost coral biologists, whose studies for the last 20 years focus on the impact of climate change on coral reefs. In the video, Prof. Hoegh-Guldberg shows how increased CO2 emissions have led to warming of the seas and ocean acidification, both of which have already caused the death of many coral reefs and may cause their mass extinction in the next few decades. He warns that current efforts to curb C02 emissions are falling well short of what's needed to protect coral reefs. → Follow the Climate debate as it unfolds on Ove's blog at www.climateshifts.org → Also visit www.coralreefecosystems.org to see what scientists and students are working on at Coral Reef Ecosystems Laboratory, The University of Queensland, Australia. Under the guidance of Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg, "The Lab" is conducting research into a variety of topics related to coral reef ecosystems. |
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Virtual DecorFebruary 8, 2010 As a visual artist, David is always experimenting with different ways of taking us to places most of us don't have direct access to. The development of ever larger display screens expands possibilities for stylish programming beyond traditional media formats. 'Virtual Decor' explores and re-interprets Nature with 'immersive' studies or in more abstract ways, but always highlighting dazzling diversity, colour and movement. Coral Reefs and their inhabitants are especially appealing subjects for 'Digital Canvas' that can be framed and hung just about anywhere in public spaces or at home. The 'Surreal Seas' and 'Virtual Ocean' Collections included as extras on Coral Sea Dreaming - Awaken are examples of Davids efforts to define a new genre for his work. Check out this latest piece below set to a music track by Grace Barbe:
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Coral Sea Dreaming - Awaken Multi-platform DeliveryUpdated: September 23, 2009 Coral Sea Dreaming - Awaken is currently being completed for release on DVD and BluRay at the end of 2009 and during 2010. The program is a mesmerizing and poignant celebration of one of the planet's great natural wonders. More than a DVD or BluRay product, it's a window onto another world - and David's passion! Several different ways are being developed to access this unique vision. A series of 'gala premier' showings are planned around Australia with details to be announced. This is no ordinary DVD or BluRay disc, it's a fully featured package of options - with many different ways of exploring David's world of coral reefs. Viewers can select to have a music-only experience, and enjoy the film as an exceptional relaxation video. Additionally, pop-up text with creature identification or interesting facts about ocean issues can be activated, turning the program into a powerful educational resource. Meanwhile, for a more classic documentary experience, ‘switch on’ an informative narration track, or peek 'behind the scenes' with David Hannan or Tania Rose. Alternatively, selected scenes or even the whole program can be played to loop on 'repeat' turning the screen into a fascinating marine aquarium. Enhancing the package is the inclusion of 60 minutes of additional, specially created 'virtual decor' in different styles for creating unique moving digital art displays. More in-depth 'educational modules' are currently being developed for separate release in the future, featuring a greater online presence. Some footage from the collection is also available for licensing to other producers. Coral Sea Dreaming - Awaken will be released in Australia & New Zealand late 2009 and world-wide during 2010. Related news articles: → Virtual Decor at Amis Restaurant |
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AQUA - A Dance with Nature DocumentaryUpdated: December 27, 2009 AQUA is a feature documentary project in development chronicling the story of the Great Barrier Reef. In a revolutionary approach to natural history storytelling, AQUA is to be told entirely through contemporary dance music, and is aimed for theatrical release and cross-platform performance festivals and venues. Directed/Edited by Toni Houston and Produced by Bettina Richter (Wish Bone Films), AQUA will feature the coral reef library of David Hannan, and showcase the music of 3 renowned dance DJs/composers including Australia's Endorphin and Europe's Safri Duo. A preview version of AQUA was screened during the COP15 Climate Conference at The Pumpehuset venue, Copenhagen with the world percussive beats of one of Europe’s biggest dance acts - Safri Duo – playing live alongside. Checkout pictures of the event on Facebook at: → For more information about AQUA visit: www.aquadance.com.au |
