Ever dreamed of capturing incredible and jaw-dropping aerial photos and videos? Then this class is for you! It's designed for beginners who want to get a strong start in drone photography or someone that wants to take their skills to the next level — from the fundamental camera & flight basics, to navigating all the FAA regulatory and safety considerations.

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You’ll leave with a clear roadmap for your first flights, plus an understanding of what steps you’ll need to take to stay legal, safe AND creative.

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What You’ll Learn

• Overview: what makes drone photography so exciting (grand perspectives, composition, light)
• Equipment selection: what to look for when choosing a drone along with the necessary accessories to achieve the greatest shots
• Flight basics: pre-flight checklist, take‐off/landing tips & tools, general “rules of thumb” for safe operation
• Key regulatory essentials (for U.S. operators):
• The difference between recreational vs commercial flights, and why it matters.
• Registration requirements (e.g., when your drone > 0.55 lb needs registration) and where to register your drone.
• Visual line-of-sight rule and the golden rule of drone flight (≤ 400 ft unless otherwise authorised).
• Airspace authorization tools to navigate controlled vs uncontrolled airspace.
• The simple “barriers to entry” you should know: additional certifications (e.g. Part 107 license for commercial use), insurance/risk concerns, local & state-level restrictions.
• First-flight planning: where you should fly (and where you shouldn’t), thinking about weather/wind/obstacles, framing your first aerial shot.
• Next steps: How to build on this foundation: practice flights, editing your photos and footage, moving toward commercial work if you’re interested.

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Who This Course Is For:

• Photographers (or aspiring photographers) with little or no drone experience who want to expand into aerial imagery.
• Hobbyists and content creators curious about adding drone visuals to their portfolio or social channels.
• Anyone needing a basic understanding on what regulatory and operational considerations go into flying a drone safely and legally in the U.S.
• ***Note: This class is not a full commercial drone-pilot certification (e.g., the full FAA Part 107 exam). It’s an introductory class only.

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Prerequisites:

• You should have a basic idea of entry level drones and potentially be in the market for acquiring a basic-level drone capable of aerial stills/video (ideally under 55 lbs / 25 kg for U.S. rules).
• You should have a general familiarity with photography or the desire to learn about this awesome skill set.
• Access to your own drone for follow-up practice (recommended but not required).

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How the Class Works:

• Slideshow presentation delivered entirely online so you can join from home (live webinar & recorded session)
• Approximately 60-90 minutes of guided content + ~15-30 minutes of Q&A (depending on group size).
• You’ll be encouraged to bring questions and share your first flight experiences or planned projects.

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Why This Should Excite You

Drone photography opens up entirely new perspectives — sweeping landscapes, dramatic motion, revealing angles — but it also brings greater responsibility. Without understanding the air-space rules, safety considerations and legal obligations, you risk fines, equipment loss, or worse. This course gives you a solid beginner’s foundation so you can create amazing content AND fly confidently.

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‍Tuition

$49.00

This Class will be recorded for you to review for a minimum of 10 days afterwards.

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About Your Instructor: Jamie Rogers

Jamie Rogers, known professionally as Captain Colorado Photography, is a Denver-based photographer and content creator specializing in commercial photography in the architectural and hospitality sectors. His portfolio consists of striking images of downtown Denver and the mountain scenes of Colorado, including dramatic and serene sunrise and sunset scenes. Jamie maintains an active presence on Instagram under the handle @captaincoloradophotography.

In addition to traditional photography, Jamie found a passion for night photography, and more specifically, "light painting." After many years of practice, Jamie wants to share his techniques with you so that you may fall in love with it too!

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