June 4 2010

Gulf of Mexico Oil spill:

Solutions:

I wish I had a mega clamper to send to the gulf to help end the oil spill. O' bama is not going to seal the oil well because I text my disappointment on Facebook. Instead, I'll use my voice to help find solutions and resolution to clean the surface oil killing wildlife, coming ashore enraging local folks and threatening a way of life and livelihood.

Hay is not only for horses. Distributing hay and substances to absorb the oil on the waters surface, seems like a good solution to help save some birds, micro species, whale sharks and schools of fish that are returning the Gulf Region.

Inspiration:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5SxX2EntEo

I also like the idea of creating noise or sonar pollution to deter schools of fish and large mammals  from following the currents into the Gulf.

It would be great to see a fleet of Navy vessels circumnavigating the oil slick and using material to absorb the oil and contain the mess. These ships also have sonar sounds that could distribute audio and possible help deter animals from approaching the Gulf.

I would like to see the US distribute man power and resources equal to our reply in the Middle East. Imagine what the Gulf might look like if we sent teams of under cover deep sea operatives, to plug the leak or cap the well. 50 ships standing by on the surface soaking up oil and rescuing wild life.

If we responded to the Gulf with the same zealous virtue of which we insert our efforts on other countries with whom are not in alignment with our current illusion of economic freedom, the Gulf oil spill would be a non issue.

May, 25 2010

Whale Shark Update:

Shark fining is now illegal in Hawaii!!

February 24, 2010

Whale Shark Update:

San Francisco wraps school buses in Whale Shark skin to take kids to Monetary Aquarium.

January 3, 2010

Erin Calmes renews contract with Weiden and Kennedy for an ambassador for the Oregon Tourism Board. Contract through 2013. Billboards appear in PDX airport, European marketing campaign and US media.

December 19, 2009

Discovery channel highlights my work with whale sharks on passing legislation to  end shark fining world wild in the tv show, "The Blue Realm". They use my original footage from the Philippines Shark Hunters, Australia, Mexico and Africa. See segment on Vimeo or Youtube.

April 13, 2008

Landed my 5th National Geographic International contract for film production and distribution. 2 year deal, all Keta:) Sharks are not  to fear and now the apex pretador has their own show to help us understand why they are so important to the balance of nature in the worlds oceans.

February 4, 2008

Created, wrote marketing plan for Vitamin A swimwear to create/design a line of high end swim suits with shark skin and marine life patterns to help raise awareness of ocean maintenance and preservation. Programs included using models and photo shoots swimming with sharks and underwater. Events included off the grid productions that generated media and feature pieces giving VA creditability as a leader in important global issues and the worlds longest runway party in Florida:)

February 1, 2008

Erin Calmes and William Shatner shark preservation party.

January 19, 2008

US Extreme Freestyle Championships

Ski training for the Crested Butte Extreme Race from no snow Southern California. Yoga, surfing, beaching training and snowboarding are my training platform.

National Geographic Shark Program

 In Negotiates with National Geographic for shark programming. Producing a shark cd to complement the new shark programs. All content reflects the connection between the apex predators and the web of life created by various artists.

Youth Action Sports Viral Distribution

Athlete programming and content production are my main focus. La Ventana.. miss you and hope to see you very soon!!! Pump up your 7's and met us in San Carlos for some spring time kiteboarding.

 

August 19, 2007

Toast to the tipping point:

 Two feet powder days.. all roads are closed.. best friends are with me to carve squiggly rows.

Or throwing the dock lines.. provisions on board.. a blue water crossing from shore to shore.. Speakers thumping.. sails pumping...

Or up in the Northwest where green meets blue sky.. I know so great vortexes and off road surprise..

But my favorite thing to do and see is unexpected smiles where ever to be.. so pour the Russian Vodka and uni fresh from the sea and toast to the tipping point of a green world to be...

January 29, 2007

"Technological change is like an axe in the hands of a pathological criminal." Albert Einstein

Loved "The Secret"  and even better was the way I received a copy. This very day before I had even considered watching the movie, I was captured by Larry King's nightly panel of forward thinking souls who never mentioned "The Secret". Hours later, I discovered these same speakers in "The Secret".

How cool they never mentioned the string that binds them. Most brilliant marketing I've appreciated in a long while. I wonder how many people the producers shared "The Secret" with to begin this silent tipping point? I wonder if they can track the virus back to one user?

About three months after I received "The Secret", my yoga teach mentioned it in class. She did not yet know what exactly "The Secret" was, so I told her, I had a copy in my back pack and she could have it.

What fun to pass along "The Secret". When the teacher is ready, the student appears.

Check out another magical connector, Michael Franti and Spearhead and their project I know I'm Not Alone.

September 8, 2006

"Dream As If You'll Live For Ever; Live As If You'll Die Today"...James Dean

Keta Films AKA Erin Calmes is working with Action World Entertainment on their growing brand, Kids Who Rip. Check out kidswhorip.com. Kids Who Rip is searching for the next round of amazing youth athletes for 2007.

Kids can upload their profiles, photos and videos and vote for their favorites. Watch for the project in the media and on-line. Many of these youngsters are the future sport action stars, like Kids Who Rip athlete and Olympic Gold Medalist Shaun White.

Watch for the full page ad in Octobers Sports Illustrated for Kids and the DVD’s in Costco and Best Buy.

April 30, 2006

"What the Caterpillar Calls the End of the World, the Master Calls a Butterfly"...Richard Bach. Illusions.

Welcome. This is my new web journal. Please feel free to email me any time with your thoughts.
You can page down to view pervious content from this page. Ketafilms.com has undergone a small face-lift with the help of Christopher. It consists of The New Studio with my photography and design work; movie previews, this journal and more.

I've been inspired to share my thoughts by musical genius Loren Bassnectar www.bassnectar.net.  He communicates his thoughts via email and I’ve enjoyed being a part of the community he has accumulated.

As a Scorpio, they say our nature is to be protective/mysterious. I have found this to be true. Which is why I'm excited to write my moments for anyone to read....

My whale sharks update: Recent global collaboration with independent shark researchers, filmmakers and biologist is helping to identify individual sharks. www.shepherdproject.org.

This strategy has allowed researchers to benefit from one another resulting in many new discoveries regarding shark behavior, their migration, mating, life span and much more.

Tracking devices and other shark monitoring equipment is pricey. In the past, it has been common that researchers and reports were not shared in the shark community, creating conflicting data and delayed learning curves.

As a collective we gain nothing if our personal pride drives our intensions. Sharks die, the oceans suffer and it is bad karma. With sharks and the world’s oceans, if we collaborate and work together, we will effect positive change.

My love affair with whale sharks began in 1998. Back then, only two papers from the 1940's were posted on the internet. There were no other references regarding whale sharks.

Multi-media and production has evolved drastically, making it accessible for filmmakers, photographers, researchers and scientists to create collective efforts in which to channel and publish new information.

Keta is working to create a network to fill these voids. The more people who understand the importance of sharks in our world, the more it can lead to the end of unnecessary killing out of fear or misunderstandings and help curb the abuse long enough to let shark numbers recover. 100,000 sharks are taken each year just for their fins. That is too many.

Check out Ben Harper's tune "Better Way"....

If you are marine Savvy, or in the "Industry" and want to contribute to our research efforts in Mexico this fall please email us with what you would like to contribute. We are looking for boats, camera operators, underwater specialists, biologists, research activists and a good DJ.

What would you do if you had nothing to fear?

 "V" for Valor, a film that has not yet be distributed.

Valor takes you further. Meet and journey with today's top adventure athletes. From a woman on the verge of summiting Mt. Everest to an extreme kayaker on a life changing adventure. These passionate female athletes share their intimate life behind their extraordinary talents.

Valor introduces the personalities behind the professional kayaker, climber, and kiteboarder. Highlighting exciting original footage and providing insightful commentary by these rarely interviewed extreme women we anticipate that the diversity, passion, conviction and courage of these women will move our audience just as they have taken us to new heights.