Aerial photography and digital postproduction for architects, developers, editorial teams, and producers. We plan each flight around the site, the light, and the story you need to tell, then carry the images through a careful editing flow in Capture One and Photoshop.
Straight answers about how commissions work, what affects the final image, and what you can do with the files afterwards.
I hold a remote pilot licence and handle the flying myself for most projects. For larger sites or restricted airspace near airports, I coordinate with a licensed commercial operator who has the necessary permissions. Either way, you deal with one person who understands both the photography and the regulations.
Mostly the size of the area, the number of distinct angles you need, and the light. A single building with a few hero shots can be done in half a day. A coastal stretch or a large development site usually needs two sessions because the light changes and you want consistent conditions across the whole set.
Overcast days are often ideal for aerial work because the light is soft and shadows are less harsh. Wind is a different matter. If gusts exceed what the drone can handle safely, I will reschedule rather than risk the equipment or produce shaky frames. I monitor conditions before every flight and keep you informed if timing shifts.
You get a curated selection of edited files in high-resolution JPEG and TIFF formats, delivered through a private gallery. Each image is processed in Capture One and Photoshop, with colour grading and dust removal handled before delivery. Raw files are available on request for an additional fee.
Licensing depends on where and how the images will appear. Editorial use for magazines or news outlets is straightforward and priced per image. Commercial use for advertising, branding, or development proposals is negotiated separately because the usage period and reach matter. I can also provide archive material from existing series if you need something specific without a new flight.
Yes. I apply for the necessary flight permissions through the South African Civil Aviation Authority and arrange access with private landowners or municipal bodies where required. For sensitive sites like harbours or nature reserves, I factor in extra lead time for approvals. If you have a deadline, let me know early so we can plan the paperwork around it.
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Most of the work here is not about a single dramatic flight. It is about the quieter parts: checking airspace restrictions, waiting for the right light, and then spending hours in Capture One making sure the colour holds. These are the services I offer, and the way each one actually works.
Planned flights over sites before construction, during progress, and after completion. You get a consistent set of angles that show how the building sits in its surroundings, not just a random collection of pretty views.
Multi-visit projects that track how a coastline, a township, or an industrial site changes over months or years. Each return flight is logged, so the final edit shows real transformation rather than staged comparison.
A curated selection of South African landscapes and urban scenes available for magazines, books, and production houses. Every file comes with clear usage terms and technical notes about the shoot.
Full editing workflow in Capture One and Photoshop, from raw conversion to dust removal and tonal grading. The goal is an image that looks natural at print size, not over-processed for screen.
I handle the paperwork side of aerial work, including restricted zone checks and necessary permissions. This matters when a shoot is near airports, harbours, or protected natural areas.
Each delivered project includes a short written record of the conditions, equipment, and editing decisions. It helps clients understand what they are looking at and how to use the images properly.
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