Exploring New Heights: A Successful Aerial Photography Workshop by DJI and Santa Fe Photographic Workshops

Key Takeaways

• First aerial photography workshop held by DJI and Santa Fe Photographic Workshops garners positive feedback.
• Participants engage in hands-on drone experience, learning piloting techniques and aerial photography skills.
• Upcoming workshops scheduled for October 26-30 and March 2016, designed for both beginners and advanced photographers.
• Educational leaders include DJI’s Director of Education, Romeo Durscher, and experienced instructors.

Recently, Santa Fe Photographic Workshops joined forces with DJI to host their inaugural aerial photography workshop, marking a significant step forward in the education of aspiring photographers. Director of Education, Romeo Durscher, reflected on the experience, noting, “The first workshop was a great learning experience for all of us. This is such a new technology, and Santa Fe Photographic Workshops is really leading the way in providing workshops on new technologies.”

Participants were treated to an immersive educational experience that encompassed a variety of topics, from hands-on drone flying experiences to understanding the maintenance of aerial equipment, all while staying updated on current regulations governing drone use. Durscher elaborated that after one-on-one flying instruction sessions, the workshop delved deeper into aerial photography, taking advantage of the breathtaking New Mexico wilderness to demonstrate the artistic possibilities with flying cameras. “The workshop was a great way for beginners to get a feel for the technology and experiment with the aerial camera and its capabilities,” he added.

The enthusiastic response to this workshop has prompted organizers to prepare a series of future offerings. The next event is slated for October 26-30, followed by more sessions in March 2016. The upcoming October workshop caters to beginner drone pilots and photographers—those keen on exploring the exciting prospects of aerial photography but uncertain of where to begin. With no prior experience necessary, this comprehensive five-day workshop offers foundational skills to help participants confidently take to the skies.

An additional weekend workshop is set for March 12-13, which will be closely followed by a full week of learning from March 13-18. Both workshops will prioritize safe flying techniques, with the week-long session expanding further into the nuances of aerial photography.

For those interested in joining the October workshop, registration is available here.

About DJI and Santa Fe Photographic Workshops

In collaboration with Santa Fe Photographic Workshops—a respected training institution located in Santa Fe, New Mexico—DJI is committed to providing a curriculum that equips both amateur and professional photographers/Videographers with essential piloting skills and a profound appreciation for the myriad photographic opportunities presented in the realm of aerial photography.

This workshop captures the essence of Northern New Mexico’s vast and stunning landscapes, led by a well-versed team of professional photographers, experienced pilots, and educators. Among them is Romeo Durscher, DJI’s Director of Education and an accomplished quadcopter pilot and aerial photographer, together with Stacy Garlington, DJI’s Events and Product Experience Specialist.

Students participating in these unique workshops will emerge as informed and capable pilots of DJI’s Phantom quadcopters. They will be trained in vital flying techniques and safety measures to avoid potential accidents, and will cultivate their skills in aerial photography and videography, gaining insights into the rapidly expanding domain of aerial imaging.

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