Recently, by a series of unrelated but oddly similar coincidences I have been introduced to the idea of powered paragliding. It wasn't long ago that I read an article about photographer George Steinmetz in PDN and was blown away by the uniqueness of his work. The other day I was talking with Zander Hartung, who happens to be a talented filmmaker as well as a paraglider. He reminded me of Steinmetz' work so I went back to take another look.
By looking at George and Zander's work, I was inspired all over again to find a way to shoot from the sky. The area in which I live offers a perfect platform for shooting from a powered paraglider. I live in a wide open valley with rolling hills, farmland and unique mountain features and have often dreamed of soaring through the valley.
It is my hope that in a few years I will be sharing aerial photographs of Mercersburg and the surrounding areas of Franklin County with you.
What inspires you?
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People that inspire me:
Ryan Smith
Mark Rebilas
Andrew Weber
Chase Jarvis
All amazing photographers that inspire me to become a better photographer.
Awesome! I am a huge fan of personal aviation - mostly free flight, that relies on thermals or upward moving air. But, for photography like this, you do need a motor to get to some of these places. Hope to see you in the air sometime.
Ricky, I feel honored that you would put me in the same category as Chase Jarvis, Andrew Weber and Mark Rebilas. Wow!
Jono, I thought this post might intrigue you. I've been wondering, have you ever had the opportunity to shoot from the air? I imagine it's damn near impossible to photograph from a hang glider or paraglider without the aid of an engine.
Thanks for commenting.
Ryan
I have been thinking about getting my private pilots license at the airport here in town. Pretty expensive. My current, cheaper interest, has become Remote Control planes. I have been looking at some really cool video imagery from RC planes rigged with cameras. Keep me posted on the development of this interest. I might get it on this with you. See you guys in a couple weeks.
Conrad Schaefer
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