Happy Earth Day from all of us at FableVision!
This Earth Day is especially important because it’s the 50th anniversary of the holiday. To celebrate, we’re excited to announce the launch of the Smithsonian’s Secrets of the Sea. In Secrets of the Sea, viewers explore all the beautiful secrets of a coral reef and learn from explorers who have dedicated their lives to unearthing those treasures and the scientists at the frontlines of fighting climate change to protect habitats such as these. This immersive digital experience comes just in time for this holiday all about celebrating the planet.
While it’s always a good time to make sure we’re doing our part in being green and promoting a healthy, clean environment for people, animals, and plants alike, Earth Day reminds us of just how crucial it is for all of us to do our part. From turning off your faucet during your 20 seconds of handwashing to not buying what you don’t need, there are many little things you can do to help protect and care for our planet, even during this time of social distancing and staying safe at home.
Education is an especially important aspect of fostering and promoting environmentally-friendly habits, and is central to the FableVision mission. Learning about our environment and how different organisms are affected by our actions can help us to be more aware. From the trees outside our windows to the tiny ocean species most of us never see, finding out more about other living things can broaden our horizons and show us just how important conservation and sustainability are.
That’s why we were honored to partner with the Smithsonian Center for Learning and Digital Access on Secrets of the Sea. To bring the underwater world of the coral reef to life, FableVision created artwork and animation for the digital experience. Guided by reference art and research provided by the Smithsonian, FableVision designed scientifically accurate 2D zooplankton, and designed, animated, rigged, and skinned 3D models.
So this Earth Day, experience the wonders of the Earth’s coral reefs for yourself. And be sure to also check out our other projects created in collaboration with the Smithsonian, such as Weather Lab, an online game that helps you understand how North America’s weather is formed, and Good Thinking!: The Science of Teaching Science, an animation series that enhances science education for K-8 teachers and students. Both were created with the Smithsonian Science Education Center and are available online for free!
