An Overview of The Types of Aerial Photography

Aerial photography refers to the taking of photographs from an elevated position. Usually, the photographs are taken from some air- borne craft or equipment such as rockets, airplanes, hot- air balloons and drones.

For a photograph to qualify as an aerial photograph, it must be taken using equipment that its base is not on the ground. There are many categories of aerial photography, usually categorised according to the angle of taking a photograph.

Aerial photographs are also categorised according to the proximity and width of the area covered in the photograph about the subject of the photography. Continue reading “An Overview of The Types of Aerial Photography”

Aerial Photography: An Ecological Management Tool

Aerial PhotographyIn recent years, aerial photography has been dynamically evolving a tool for ecological management. Historically, the process of management and ecological monitoring involved aerial photographs interpretation which was time-consuming, subjective and required trained personnel.

Due to this, new approaches were used in collecting this ecological information. There are several challenges and benefits of using aerial photography for ecological management as it will be discussed shortly.  Continue reading “Aerial Photography: An Ecological Management Tool”

Use of Personal Drones in Aerial Photography

With the advent of emerging drone technology, drones are no longer a reserve for military use only but their applications have also spread far and wide. One such application that has grown immensely over time is the use of drones in aerial photography.

In recent years, camera technology and drone technology have both become inseparable in fact the emergence of smartphones has made this convergence advance at a remarkable rate. Continue reading “Use of Personal Drones in Aerial Photography”

Mount Hood: Oregon’s Highest Aerial Viewpoint

With the advent of new technology, drone photography has made viewing of the earth from different extremely spectacular angles possible. Aerial photograph of Mount Hood’s summit shown is breathe-taking and simply beautiful.

The snow covered peak is so attractive and makes this photograph stand out with a lot of beauty. The photographer has captured the mountain’s peak as the main focus of this photograph with a lot of clarity and to detail.

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Aerial Photography: Abalone Point, Laguna Beach

Most photographs taken in aerial photography is a work of art taken from a different perspective, it requires the same set of skills as those needed in ground photography.

But what sets this type of photography apart is the perspective from which an object is viewed from. This photograph of Abalone point located in an exclusive area of the Irvine cove community in Laguna Beach, California is such a site to behold.

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Aerial Photography Explained by an Experienced Photographer

Aerial photography explained

Shooting aerial photography is a skill that must be mastered to produce the best results. There are many books and tutorials out there filled with a lot of information on this subject.

Aerial PhotographyMore often than not, though, the overload of information can seem daunting for aerial photography beginners, so much so that many shy away from even trying.

The following provides a quick guide that will get you up in the air and start taking great shots in no time. Continue reading “Aerial Photography Explained by an Experienced Photographer”

Aerial Photography: Tips and Tricks for Your First Flying Experience

Aerial photography tips

Aerial PhotographyIf you are a photographer and planning to explore your first aerial photography mission, you should be aware that aerial photography is a bit tricky as compared to ordinary ground photography.

There are a lot of little tricks that you can learn to ensure you capture the best and most amazing aerial shots.

The following aerial photography tricks and tips will help you to master the art of aerial photography and ensure you capture stunning photos from above. Continue reading “Aerial Photography: Tips and Tricks for Your First Flying Experience”

Aerial Video Shows an Amazing View of Dubai

Drones are undoubtedly the most powerful tools for making drone aerial videos, as long as your settings are just right. This drone video of Dubai’s aerial skyline is spectacular as well as breathtaking, captured with a powerful camera drone; the aerial tour of Dubai shows some of the magnificent marvels of modern architecture.

With drone aerial videos, we can now be able to view the world from a different angle with a full 3D dimension. Some of the great features and the techniques that have made this drone video exceptionally epic are as follows. Continue reading “Aerial Video Shows an Amazing View of Dubai”

Beautiful Aerial View of El Nido in the Province of Palawan

El Nido, Palawan(Philippines )

This drone photography of El Nido in the province of Palawan in the Philippines is a great piece of art to behold.

The aerial view of the location depicts an extraordinary splendour ecosystem. The beautiful blending of the sea and the protruding mountaineers land mass on the foreground adds to it a unique beauty that is rare to find anywhere else. Continue reading “Beautiful Aerial View of El Nido in the Province of Palawan”

Everything You Need to Know for Successful Aerial Photography

Tips For Successful Aerial Photography

For decades, photography has been a traditional way of life for most of us. It has been used to tell stories and even capturing the world from a new perspective.

The most common and accessible way of taking photographs using your camera is from the ground, an elevation such as a hill or better yet a raised structure.

The most incredible photographs are usually those taken from the air, aerial photography is considered an important artistic skill that one can master for the best photo shots.
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Dolphins and Whales at Dana Point: Video Captured by a Drone

This drone video captured by Capt. Dave at Dana point California goes a long way to depict the use of drones in drone videography.

It is the most compelling 5-minute video taken by use of a drone over dolphin stampede and whales off Dana point and Maui.

Capturing this breathtaking footage is like entering a new dimension and getting the best shots from a different perspective with an ingenious technology. Continue reading “Dolphins and Whales at Dana Point: Video Captured by a Drone”

The 8 Best Camera Drones of 2016

8 Best Camera Drones

Camera drones can be super cool and fun to fly; they are no longer the reserve of the paparazzi’s and the military investigations anymore.

A simple beginner’s drone with a camera can cost a few hundred dollars, but the price goes higher as you opt for more complex ones.

Most of these devices offer customizable and programmable features that can give them full autonomy and hence is able to make their own decisions.

Which is the best drone that you can get for your money?

The following are what we consider the 8 best camera drones for 2016. Continue reading “The 8 Best Camera Drones of 2016”