Davie, FL -
Winner of three 2011 Emmy Awards,
Jonathan Bird’s Blue World TV series has welcomed aboard celebrated marine
artist, scientist and conservationist Guy Harvey for the show’s upcoming 3rd
Season as an underwriting sponsor.
The sponsorship comes through The Guy Harvey Ocean
Foundation (GHOF), www.GuyHarveyOceanFoundation.org,
which funds inspired scientific research and innovative educational programs to
encourage conservation and best management practices for sustainable marine
environments. There will be a 15
second underwriter’s credit at the beginning and ending of each episode.
Season 3 will begin airing in some markets this month and to
ultimately air in 22% of the U.S. and in 16 states with half of the broadcasts
on weekends and 24% in prime time.
“Jonathan Bird’s Blue World takes viewers on an adventurous exploration of the world’s oceans in a
series the whole family will enjoy,” explains Harvey. “The series is also a
valuable tool for science education. Because it is entertaining and
educational, many teachers find it valuable to incorporate
Blue World into their science curriculum. I’m pleased to
support those efforts.”
Season three features the heartwarming story of Sully the
Pilot Whale, the magical moment when coral spawns, surprise diving lessons and
a Caribbean adventure for a 13 year old Blue World fan. Viewers will meet Sea Lions, Humpback
whales, bottom-dwelling sharks, blind cavefish, dolphins in Curaçao, sea snakes,
sailfish and the Potato Cod. They will swim with Jonathan in the world’s
largest Aquarium tank, and meet the always entertaining Diver Ed, who takes
everyone diving in Maine without getting wet.
J
onathan Bird’s Blue World has aired continuously on public television stations in the United
States since May 2008. Co-produced by Jonathan Bird Productions and Oceanic
Research Group, the series has been shown over 8,500 times in 33 states to over
160 million potential viewers. Season 3 of the series is scheduled for release
in August 2011. Seasons 1 and 2 are available on DVD. Individual segments and
educational materials for teachers are available at www.blueworldtv.com.
About Guy Harvey
Guy Harvey is a world-renowned painter, underwater
photographer, diver and marine biologist. Harvey, with permission from the
Ernest Hemmingway family, made a name for himself by debuting two sets of pen
and ink drawings, including a collection titled
Santiago's Finest Hour, inspired by the author’s book,
The Old Man &
the Sea. Since then, Harvey expanded beyond pen and ink to develop an
artistic style of painting and photography that captivates fish and ocean
lovers. He is a member of the prestigious Society of Animal Artists.
Guy’s books are collectors’ items, including his new
“Panama Paradise” book featuring pictures and illustrations of the world famous
Tropic Star Lodge in Panama. Among his many other accomplishments, Harvey’s
Portraits
from the Deep book was made into a television
fishing series currently airing on Fox Florida TV Network. The series received
a Telly Award.
Much of Harvey’s distinguished
work is on a grand scale, having created full-wall murals at Nova Southeastern
University in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, the Hollywood-Ft. Lauderdale International
Airport and Owen Roberts International Airport in Grand Cayman. Harvey is the
recipient Panama’s highest recognition, The Vasco Nuñez de Balboa Grand Cross
and Silver Star, presented to those who make a positive impact in preserving
Panama’s ocean resources.Solomon
Shamah, Panama’s Minister of Tourism, presented the medal to Dr. Harvey. For additional information on Guy
Harvey, visit www.guyharvey.com
