Here Comes the Drone:

The Next Big Thing in

Wedding Photography

Elati Wedding Photography

825 Elati St., Denver CO 80204

(720) 460-0668

Love continues to soar to greater heights as more couples discover the power and

magic of drone photography. A number of engaged couples are adding drones to

their wish list to capture stunning aerial shots of their special day.

According to The Knot, the go-to site for brides, drone photography has been around

since early 2014. It was during this time that few wedding photographers started

experimenting with these contraptions, with more of the same professionals

mastering the capture of aerial shots for weddings. Photographers believe drones are

practical due to their capability to capture footage that otherwise wouldn’t be

possible.

As the use of drones makes its way into mainstream photography, more couples are

giving in to the hype and joining the bandwagon. The price to capture memorable

footage is also affordable, depending on the couple’s budget and chosen vendor.

Getting the Approval

One of the major steps of drone photography includes getting the approval to fly one

within the particular premises. In most cases, drones can fly in large open areas

such as large vineyards, the country side, or beaches. Flying a drone indoors, on the

other hand, is not recommended.

Venues should also tell couples more about drone regulations in the area, but a

couple should also make a personal effort to look into the regulations. The Federal

Aviation Administration might be opposed to drone use, but there are no enforceable

laws in place yet.

A DIY or Professional Project?

Most couples trust professional photographers to take aerial shots with the drone. A

number of wedding photographers have made the effort to learn more about the

craft to ensure clients get what they pay for.

Some couples, on the other hand, choose to ask photo enthusiast family members or

friends to give it a go themselves. A DIY project requires purchasing a drone for

about $1,500. Most drone models carry a GoPro or other portable cameras.

RESOURCES:

http://elatiweddingphotography.com/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/innovations/wp/2015/02/24/drones-the-

next-big-thing-in-wedding-photography-or-a-tacky-intrusion/

http://mashable.com/2015/06/01/wedding-technology/#UfMgrTkGK5qr

Safety Measures

Small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) hold most drones and also carry both the

camera and batteries. Larger cinematography drones carry about 50 pounds and

huge video cameras, which are unnecessary for wedding venues. Typically, only one

drone is enough to get images with just a few flights.

Drone photography continues to gain greater prominence in the field of wedding

photography. As technology continues to advance, drones will remain a staple part of

weddings today and for years to come.