ABOUT CHRIS' CLASS:

Chris Burkard’s obsession with aerial photography has created defining moments in his body of work. In this workshop, learn the essential technical and creative knowledge needed to pursue the artistry of creating images from the air. This Wildist course covers in-depth research and planning, approach, essential pilot communication, gear management, and composition. All the necessary elements to make sure your flight investment provides you with opportunity to create work you are proud of.

YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO:

• Compose stand-out photographs from a fixed wing or helicopter.
• Extensively research and plan your route.
• Brief your pilot and communicate vision for your shot.
• Choose the best aerial craft for your end goals.
• Intuitively select and manage gear in flight.
• Execute the technicalities of a plane to plane shoot.

• Workshop Introduction
• Aerial Photography Theory
• Aerial Composition
• Route Planning
• Clothing & Safety Gear
• Camera Gear
• Drones
• Cessna Walkthrough
• Photographing Plane-to-Plane at Sunrise
• Reviewing Photos from Sunrise
• Photographing Big Sur From A Heli