71 percent of the earth’s surface is covered in seawater so it is no wonder that organizations such as the Oceanic Preservation Society have sparked the interest of millions of people worldwide.
Viki Psihoyos started out her professional career by dancing ballet for 13 years. Although she gained popularity through her dancing, it was not until she and her husband Louie Psihoyos decided to found the Oceanic Preservation Society that she really took center stage.
Viki claims it was an organic journal. "Like most of us, I loved visits to the beach but with my husband, I became a diver" she said, "That is when you really get to see what lives, or no longer can live, in the ocean. After several dive trips to depleted areas, we joined forces with several parties to create the Oceanic Preservation Society."
The most rewarding moment thus far in Viki's life came in 2009 when the Oceanic Preservation Society's first film, "The Cove" won the Oscar for best documentary. “The Cove” is an action packed film about the investigation of the dolphin slaughter in Taiji, Japan that claims the lives of about 23,000 dolphins annually.
Viki Psihoyos started out her professional career by dancing ballet for 13 years. Although she gained popularity through her dancing, it was not until she and her husband Louie Psihoyos decided to found the Oceanic Preservation Society that she really took center stage.
Viki claims it was an organic journal. "Like most of us, I loved visits to the beach but with my husband, I became a diver" she said, "That is when you really get to see what lives, or no longer can live, in the ocean. After several dive trips to depleted areas, we joined forces with several parties to create the Oceanic Preservation Society."
The most rewarding moment thus far in Viki's life came in 2009 when the Oceanic Preservation Society's first film, "The Cove" won the Oscar for best documentary. “The Cove” is an action packed film about the investigation of the dolphin slaughter in Taiji, Japan that claims the lives of about 23,000 dolphins annually.
"Although the social media strategy of The Cove is receiving recognition," said Viki, "I always feel like there is more to learn. There is so much to learn in this evolving field."
Currently, Viki and the team are working on their next film titled "Singing Planet". This film will focus on the next mass extinction event to occur on earth. It will be the sixth in earth's history, but the first caused by one species: humans. This movie is expected to hit the big screen next year.
Currently, Viki and the team are working on their next film titled "Singing Planet". This film will focus on the next mass extinction event to occur on earth. It will be the sixth in earth's history, but the first caused by one species: humans. This movie is expected to hit the big screen next year.
Viki and the rest of the Oceanic Preservation Society have done their best to live up to their name.
"Everyone has their personal 'homework.'" said Viki, "We went solar a few years ago, no regrets. This is a result of us reviewing ourselves, as a company, and Louie realized that making a film on the environment is one of the dirtiest things you could do, flying massive crews and gear around the world. We felt the need to offset that."
We all can take part in the preserving the oceans like Viki. Every choice we make is an extension of our values. Viki suggests that those who are looking for a way to reduce their carbon footprint should simply lessen the abusive practices that they employ.
"Everyone has their personal 'homework.'" said Viki, "We went solar a few years ago, no regrets. This is a result of us reviewing ourselves, as a company, and Louie realized that making a film on the environment is one of the dirtiest things you could do, flying massive crews and gear around the world. We felt the need to offset that."
We all can take part in the preserving the oceans like Viki. Every choice we make is an extension of our values. Viki suggests that those who are looking for a way to reduce their carbon footprint should simply lessen the abusive practices that they employ.
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