Mostly I am a still photographer but may be learning a new avenue.
I’m starting to explore the video capability of my (small) DJI Mini SE drone. This was done from our back yard just after sunrise this week – no sound/music, titles or anything – just the raw video that eventually pans from Fenwick Island to Ocean City.
Here’s one of my still photographs of a sunrise captured from the exact same location…
Sunrise over Little Assawoman Bay behind Fenwick Island, Delaware
Of course, the jury is still out…about video and me…or me and video.
Sorry – just saw that, and being a photographer since the old film and flashbulb days, I just had to pass it along. Just chalk it up to my “Dad Joke” style of humor.
While it is true I saw thousands of negative in my earlier days I was never negative about photography. I cannot think of anything really negative about the endeavor.
My Office at the Beach in Ocean City, Maryland.
What’s not to like? My “office” or studio can be anywhere I choose for it to be. While the above setting was on the beach in Ocean City, Maryland, it could be on a beach anywhere. It has. I get to visit beaches along the east coast of the United States, Canada and Mexico as well as the beaches of about 20 different Caribbean, Central American and South American nations. My “office” could even be on a mountaintop capturing scenic vistas of more rugged and (also) picturesque areas.
My office/studio at the Indian River Inlet Bridge near Bethany Beach, Delaware.
Many years ago I used photography to help work my way through college. I shot weddings, did aerial photography (also learned to fly a plane) and worked in a small town camera shop. I “learned the trade” so to speak and even helped teach some of what I learned to other people. I still love to share what I capture through the lens and even earn a few bucks by offering some of that through one of my online stores/galleries.
Here I am photographing one of the most fascinating of places – Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island, Georgia.
I am fortunate with my photography in that I am able to shoot is some truly fascinating places. I love bridge architecture and I love Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island and on and on. I am now adding another element to my photography exploits – drone photography. This will allow me to add an additional perspective to scenes that I shoot. It is also fun.
What’s that old saying? Oh yeah: Do what you love and love what you do. I do, I did and will keep on doing as long as I am able.
This inexpensive drone has professional features that make it a great product.
Below is an actual picture of my Ranger Drone from EXO.
EXO X-7 Ranger Drone hovering in our back yard.
Mine does not have the optional obstacle avoidance module. However, I do have experience with flying both real aircraft and drones and am diligent enough to avoid obstacles. If you are new to the hobby I do think the obstacle avoidance module will be worth your while. Click the picture below to see more info on the EXO website.
Here is where to shop EXO products… Link: CLICK HERE
Yes, this is NOT a mini drone and is over the 249 gram cutoff weight for small/mini drones. Therefore it does need to be registered. Better safe than sorry, right? And the cost to register with the FAA is only $5 for three years.
