Hunt’s Photo Workshop: Using Drones at Portland Head Light
July 22, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Class Summary
July 22, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- A DJI drone and extra battery are required for this workshop
Refund Policy – Special Workshop
Certain special workshops, such as this one, are non-refundable. If you need to cancel more than 10 days prior, you can receive a 50% credit towards a class in the future. We do not offer credits within 10 days of the workshop.
For all cancellations, you must contact classes@huntsphoto.com prior to the event. If you register for a class and do not show up, your payment will be forfeited.
Join Andy Leclerc and Jamie Malcolm-Brown for an immersive in-person drone workshop where you’ll learn to navigate the skies, capture mesmerizing photos and videos, and immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of lighthouses and ocean waves.
Located along the picturesque shores of Cape Elizabeth, Portland Head Light serves as a beautiful setting for our workshop. Andy and Jamie will guide you through the essentials of safe and responsible flight, helping you gain confidence in maneuvering your drone. You’ll learn to deftly navigate your drone, capturing unique angles and perspectives only birds have enjoyed until now.
In addition to mastering the technical aspects of drone operation, we’ll dive into the art of drone photography. You’ll learn how to compose breathtaking aerial shots that emphasize the grandeur of Portland Head Light, using the interplay of light, shadow, and surrounding landscapes to create your vision. The workshop will also explore the dynamic nature of ocean waves, teaching you how to freeze a single crashing wave in time or capture the graceful dance of rhythmic swells from above.
By the end of this in-person workshop at Portland Head Light, you’ll emerge as a skilled drone pilot and storyteller, equipped with the ability to capture breathtaking aerial photographs and videos that showcase the splendor of lighthouses and the ever-changing ocean waves. Whether you’re an aspiring professional photographer, a drone enthusiast, or simply captivated by the allure of coastal landscapes, this workshop promises to elevate your creative journey.
Introductory Prep Class Included
We will also be holding an online prep class a few days prior to the workshop. The date is TBA, but will likely be on the Wednesday or Thursday prior. We will send you an email when we have locked in the date. If you cannot attend, the session will be recorded. In this session, we will cover many typical prep questions, what to bring, and more, and it’s also a great chance to meet with everyone prior to the workshop.
Course Outline
Safety
Pre-flight check
Learn where you can fly
How to fly safely
Settings & techniques to capture the highest quality still images
Step by step walkthrough of your DJI settings
Shutter Speed / Aperture / ISO
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)
Panoramas
Settings & techniques for 4k cinema-quality video
Video settings
Filters
Flying Techniques
