Flying drones in large cities can be a rewarding proposition for drone pilots. Drones can be used to capture the magnificent skyline during golden hours. Apart from this, benefits of using drones for construction monitoring and building inspections have also … Read More
Our thoughts on the future of drones and augmented reality.
Software and the Second Renaissance
Renaissance artists like Vermeer and Caravaggio were long considered “masters” of art, with an ability to capture light better than any of their predecessors and most of their successors. Modern artists still struggle to use paint to translate a setting … Read More
How AR-Maps Were Used to Pre-Plan the Live Broadcast of The Match
Last Friday was a record-breaking day for golf enthusiasts world-wide. Two of the world’s best golfers, Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, participated in a one-on-one golf duel. Having scored 19 majors between the two of them, they competed for a … Read More
Vermeer Public Beta Launch: AR-Enabled Drone Flight App
Today, we launch Vermeer Beta, a software that is designed to enable anyone to capture aerial photos, videos, and data. A user can now design their aerial shot in an augmented reality environment and then send it to a drone … Read More
The Dramatic Impact of Drones on the VR Filmmaking Industry
Editor’s note: You’ve heard about how drones are being used for epic car chases, unique overhead shots, and gorgeous establishing scenes. You’ve even heard about drones replacing dollies, cranes, and helicopters on set. But little has been said about how … Read More
24 Best Resources for Getting into Aerial Videography and Photography
The buzzing contraption that once wreaked havoc on set has now become a respectable piece of film and photography equipment. Drones have been used on blockbuster sets like The Greatest Showman, and A Quiet Place, and indie projects such as … Read More
The Drone is Becoming a Filmmaker’s Tool
Editor’s note: This is a post we originally wrote for DRONELIFE. Check out the original post here. Drones were introduced into filmmaking as cheaper and safer alternatives for some helicopter shots. They could pull off (1) high-and-wide shots, so long as … Read More
Drones vs. Helicopters: Which to Use for Your Aerial Shots
In 1858 Gaspard-Felix Tournachon, also known as “Nadar”, flew a hot air balloon over Paris, taking the earliest known aerial photographs. [source] Nadar was looking for a new perspective. His goal was not to fly but to capture footage that … Read More
Women Who Drone Feature: Why Aerial Photography Is No Longer a Boy’s Club
Editor’s note: We’ve recently had the pleasure of meeting Women Who Drone Founder Elena Buenrostro. After learning about her work in the aerial photography space, we just had to share her story. [sr-spacer size=”medium”] [sr-spacer size=”medium”] If you met Elena … Read More
#Flyusaway: Drone Photography Contest Open to ALL
We’re excited to announce our first ever Instagram drone photography contest. We’re giving away a $500 grand prize, and showcasing the winner’s work and portfolio. The contest starts today, July 12th, and will run for a total of 5 weeks. The … Read More