Aerial photography is a not a newly developed trend, but it’s one that has become increasingly accessible with the advent of commercial drone technology. It is the practice of capturing views from an elevated position, most commonly done by drones. This trend offers a unique perspective and allows for landscapes, building structures, and other views often not visible from the ground level to be seen and enjoyed by everyone!
Unique Perspective
The most desirable feature of Aerial photography is the bird’s eye view provided. This type of photography gives a broader view and a more dramatic sense of scale. Aerial photography has a unique impact on different aspects of photography, including:
- Scale and Grandeur
- Geometry and Patterns
- Depth and Perspective
- Abstract and Artistic Views
- Unique Lighting and Shadows
- Movement and Flow
Equipment Required
Aerial photography requires different tools depending on the altitude and method of capture. Traditional methods involve cameras mounted on airplanes or helicopters, but drones have revolutionized the field, offering a more affordable, flexible, and precise way to capture images from the sky. Drones also excel at capturing stunning videography and have become famous for capturing moments from events and footage for documentaries and other video projects.
Applications
Aerial photography can be utilized to capture a wide range of views and moments.
- Events: Weddings, graduations, parties, etc.
- Real Estate: showcasing/marketing new homes and commercial developments
- Construction: showcase the progress of a construction site and capture before and after photos
- Documentaries and film projects: Ability to capture cinematic shots
The Challenges
Aerial photography poses more challenges than your average ‘ground-level’ photography.
- Weather conditions: Weather is one of the most critical aspects of this style of photography. Conditions such as rain, wind, fog, and clouds can significantly impact the quality and aesthetics of the photos and make flying a drone unsafe. Weather conditions also affect the lighting of the images, which is crucial in photography.
- Technical difficulties: Some technological challenges shared between Aerial and regular ground-level photography are camera stabilization, battery life, focus, and exposure. One technological challenge unique to aerial photography is the altitude limitation.
- Legal and privacy restraints: Certain areas require special permits to fly drones. Flying a camera over private property can also cause privacy issues, especially in residential or sensitive areas.
Elevate Your Perspective with Bridgeforth Photographics’ Aerial Photography Services
Bridgeforth Photographics is a professional aerial photography and videography firm. We are registered and licensed to fly our drone. We specialize in capturing views of events, businesses, real estate, construction, weddings, agriculture, etc. Additionally, we are experienced professional editors and include complimentary color correction and complete stabilization as part of our aerial photography packages. If you’re ready to capture unique and breathtaking views, contact the professionals at Bridgeforth Photographics today!