Author Archives: Ian Downie
Furiously Fast
So I’ve been doing a LOT of downloading lately… And using Gigabit web servers to do the heavy lifting for me. It’s been an incredible learning experience sorting through SSH protocols, Unix commands, SFTP users, 100′s of gigabytes of data, … Continue reading
EE Conference
The Environmental Education Association of South Carolina is a non-profit association with a leadership role in environmental and natural resource conservation education in South Carolina. As a board member and chair of the communication committee, I took it upon myself … Continue reading
Botanica Charleston
Botanica Floral Design Studio creates custom and distinctive florals exclusively for weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, corporate floral needs, and special events. I built them a beautiful website on the WordPress platform as well as an interactive gallery using Slideshowpro. … Continue reading
Bryan’s Music
I’ve recently been working with Bryan Gibson to migrate his online presence to a robust multi-store e-commerce mall. Bryan’s Music consists of a base website with all of his products available as well as over a dozen niche websites offering … Continue reading
Mail in the woods
I came across this mailbox today while running through the woods. Odd at first, I soon learned that it was a message receptacle for nature viewings. Not only is it simply effective, but I think this is a wonderful concept … Continue reading
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Environmental Education Resources
It makes little difference if your elementary school is in the heart of Manhattan or the prairies of South Dakota, or if you have major funding or a shoestring budget. You can deviate from the usual classroom curriculum by offering innovative … Continue reading
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Fox Music House
I have recently been warmly welcomed to the sales team at Fox Music House. It’s a great honor to be working with the veteran professionals at Fox, especially Charles and Victor. Charles Fox has had the business in his family … Continue reading
No Child Left Inside
The No Child Left Inside movement is now a national coalition of over 1800 business, health, youth, faith, recreational, environmental, and educational groups representing over 50 million Americans. They have released this very inspiring video. Watch and enjoy!
Leadership Clinics
Leadership Clinics What is a leadership clinic and why have them? The Leadership Clinic model is fundamentally different than any other state or national conference because it provides an intensive focus on organizational and leadership skill development for environmental education … Continue reading
Web of Water
I have been working with the Lowcountry Environmental Education Programs for several years and was proud to play a key role in LEEP’s 2008 Web Of Water expedition. WOW is a kayak expedition to promote an appreciation of our natural … Continue reading
Rising Seas: Challenges and Opportunities for the Lowcountry
The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy commissioned me to create an awareness video about sea level rise and it’s impact on residents of Charleston, South Carolina. Screened for the mayors of every regional area, and seen by thousands online and … Continue reading
Music With A Message
Open Dome Productions recently produced an awareness video for the Coastal Conservation League. It features their director making the call to action for musicians to raise their activist voice online! Watch the video here.
INDIGO
INDIGO stands for Integrating Nature through Discovery, Inquiry and Going Outdoors. MyIndigo.net is the community hub for INDIGO instructors to watch new teacher training videos, share their success stories, and get assistance and advice. Click Here To Visit MyIndigo.net NOW! … Continue reading
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Open Dome Productions
Open Dome Productions is a full-service immersive video production company that brings high quality experiences to events around the country. Our creative tem utilizes cutting edge production tools and techniques to develop creative new methods of engaging audiences. We specialize … Continue reading
EEASC
The Environmental Education Association of South Carolina (EEASC) is a non-profit association with a leadership role in environmental and natural resource conservation education in South Carolina. EEASC was formed in 1977 from the Environmental Education Advisory council which guided efforts … Continue reading
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Open Dome Open House
Sunday, October 3rd Open Dome Productions will host their official launch party at the The Pour House, Charleston, SC. The event will be a celebration of video, light and sound, showcasing their signature 360 degree immersive dome environments. The day … Continue reading
Press Release: South Carolina’s First Immersive Dome Educational Field Trips
For Immediate Release Contact: Diana Bristow Educational Booking Open Dome Productions t: 888.DOME-360 x-1 education@opendome.net Open Dome Productions Launches South Carolina’s First Immersive Dome Theater Educational Field Trips Charleston, South Carolina, August 24, 2010 Open Dome Productions, based in Charleston, … Continue reading
New Year at Kiawah
Open Dome Productions has collaborated with Kiawah Island’s Night Heron Center on their annual New Year’s Party! This family friendly event will take place at the beautiful Night Heron Center on the back lawn over looking the water. Of course … Continue reading