Featured Aerial Cinematography & Drone Photography
A glimpse into my journey through the sky. From the misty Sahyadris to the crowded streets of Mathura, these are the perspectives that defined my flight path this year.
This is my kind of therapy. Standing at the edge of a roaring waterfall in the Sahyadris, you feel both small and infinite. I use my drone to capture these moments of pure awe, showing the grand scale of nature that often puts our own lives into perspective.
Capturing the chaos and color of Holi in Braj from above is an experience like no other. It’s a vibrant explosion of devotion and joy, and getting this top-down aerial shot required navigating a crowded airspace to freeze this perfect moment of celebration.
The journey to Ladakh changes you. This aerial photograph of the iconic Pangong Tso lake shows the stark, beautiful contrast of the cold desert. The deep blues against the barren mountains are a sight I strive to capture, showcasing the unique landscapes I can film for travel and tourism projects.
Mumbai at night has a pulse of its own. This is an aerial view of the famous Queen's Necklace, a classic shot that never gets old. I use drone hyperlapse techniques to show the flow of the city lights, turning traffic into rivers of gold.
The roads in Ladakh are like arteries on the land, each turn telling a story of a journey. This top-down shot of the winding mountain roads shows the beautiful, abstract patterns nature and man create together. It's a perspective you can only truly appreciate from the sky.
Is getting a drone worth it? A thousand times yes. It allows me to find and share views like this boat cutting through the serene mangrove forests of Khavane Beach in Vengurla. This is the kind of peaceful, hidden beauty I love to uncover on my travels.
This is the Quang Phu Cau incense village in Vietnam, a sea of red and a testament to tradition. Capturing cultural practices from an aerial perspective reveals patterns and a scale unseen from the ground. It’s a powerful way to tell a story about people and their craft.
To get the shot, you have to be part of the landscape. Here I am, launching my DJI Mavic 3 into the misty cliffs of the Sahyadris. Being a certified drone operator means I can fly safely and legally to bring back these impossible views for you.
About Featured
Whether I am tracking a trekker through the Western Ghats or capturing the rhythm of a crowd during Holi, my priority is always safety and storytelling. I fly a DJI Mavic 3 and shoot in D-Log, which gives you high-quality, raw footage with excellent dynamic range, ready for professional color grading. My sessions are built to offer you a mix of perspectives, including top-down patterns, wide-angle cinematic orbits, and close-up reveals that simply cannot be achieved from the ground.
How I See the World
For me, a drone is not just a camera; it is a paintbrush for the sky. When I am up there, I am looking for the patterns in a city grid, the soul of a festival, or the quiet scale of a mountain range. My goal is to capture footage that makes you feel the same sense of awe that I do when I am standing on a cliff edge.
My Approach to Aerial Work
I am a DGCA certified drone pilot. This matters because it means your project is handled with standard safety protocols, whether we are shooting in a remote Himalayan pass or a busy urban area.
- Event & Crowd Coverage: I chase the energy of festivals and public events. I know how to navigate crowded spaces to get those impossible shots without compromising safety.
- Travel & Landscape: I specialize in aerial hyperlapses and active tracking. I have shot extensively across the Sahyadris, Ladakh, and even the rice terraces of Vietnam, bringing a global perspective to my work.
- Urban & Real Estate: I capture the pulse of the city. From the golden hour at Marine Drive to the geometric lines of new infrastructure, I frame your subject within its environment.
I handle the full edit myself in Premiere Pro, ensuring that the final video reflects the vibe we talked about. If you have a story that needs a fresh perspective, I am ready to travel.
Akshay Kanade
I am Akshay, and for me, the sky is the ultimate canvas. I don't just fly to record images; I fly to share the peace and the scale I find in the mountains and the cities I visit. If your project needs a fresh angle, let's connect.
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