Virtual Reality Experiences
RSMAS Underwater Tour is an educational virtual reality documentary experience created for the Aquaculture Program and Experimental Hatchery at the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science in 2017.
RSMAS Underwater Tour gives audiences the sensations of being underwater to observe exotic fish and other marine life. This was achieved using a customized waterproof 360-degree camera system. Voiceover and visual aids by the aquaculture lab's researchers were included to educate the general public about different ecosystems and species of fish.
Video Samples
A section of the aquaculture facility at the University of Miami RSMAS campus captured on a specialized 360-degree camera. A researcher observes mahi and other fish.
Recognition for RSMAS Underwater Tour
Official Selection of the 20th Anniversary Canes Film Festival Interactive Media Show, May 2017.
Ponce de León (pictured right) gives an introduction to RSMAS Underwater Tour
Official Canes Film Festival Interactive Media Show poster used during the exhibition
An advisory poster used in the public showcase
Guests viewing RSMAS Underwater tour at the Canes Film Festival Interactive Media Show in May of 2017.
The program featuring RSMAS Underwater tour on page 5 of the Canes Film Festival Interactive Media Show
Ponce de León (pictured right) assists a guest