“I learned more in your first three hours than I did at a four-day drone conference in Las Vegas!”  

William S., Dallas, TX.

Randy & Stacy are DJI’s only authorized drone photography instructors  worldwide.

Get Inspired. Fly Empowered.

This exciting & fast-paced full-day workshop will bring you up to speed, give you valuable industry insight, and teach you to create professional, compelling, and marketable aerial drone photography. 

We now have our masterclass available online for at-home and intercontinental learning.

DJI Aerial Photo Academy

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  • Learn the rules of the sky.
  • Create top-quality aerial photos.
  • Develop new streams of income.
  • Build rock-solid confidence in your drone skills.
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Globally Recognized for Their Drone Expertise

Randy Braun & Stacy Garlington are pioneers in drone photography. Both worked with DJI  during the formative years of the company, leading the Aerial Still-Photography Development Team. With extensive backgrounds in both the drone & photography industries, they have harnessed and packaged the skills of successful drone photography to share with you. 

Randy & Stacy have presented drone photography classes at the world’s preeminent industry conferences, including:

  • Adobe MAX Conference
  • Photoshop World Conference
  • Imaging USA Conference
  • Photokina – Cologne, Germany 
  • PhotoPlus Expo – NYC
  • Web Summit – Dublin, Ireland
  • TedxYouth – Austin, TX
  • EAA Airventure – Oshkosh, WI
  • Professional Photographers of America
  • Hasselblad Camera HQ – Sweden
  • Adobe Education Summit 
  • Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
  • Santa Fe Photographic Workshops – NM
  • National Association of Broadcasting (NAB)
  • DJI Corporate Headquarters  – Shenzhen, China
  • Texas School of Professional Photography
  • SXSW – Austin, TX
  • National Association of Realtors Annual Conference
  • University of Kathmandu, Nepal
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Do you find drone photography confusing? Are you lost by the rules & workflow?  Does your boss want you to use a drone? Are your photos missing visual impact?

We will fix all of this for you. We make drones simple!

Classroom discussion includes proven photography techniques, with an edge toward earning money with your drone.

Instructors offer invaluable tips about flight techniques and how DJI drone systems work. However, this is not a how-to-fly class. 

 

Classroom sizes are typically limited to 35-60 for in-depth instruction. Enrollment fee for this full-day class starts at $195.

More than 90% of attendees say they got more value than they expected (based on follow-up surveys).

Together, Randy & Stacy will present a fast-paced workshop packed with their industry knowledge & expertise. And they bring this workshop to your own town!

What People Are Saying:

"Randy and Stacy covered it all, from how to improve drone images to strengthening business strategies, with great enthusiasm and detail."
Sydney L.
Sydney L.Bend, OR
"I was WAY off...until this class came along! I was thoroughly impressed and completely satisfied with my investment in your class. Well worth it for sure!"
Marc H.
Marc H.Arlington, TX
"I must admit, I didn’t expect to receive this much knowledge. I would attend again if the tour came back!"
Matthew P.
Matthew P.Indianapolis, IN
I have been flying for 5 years and wasn't sure I'd get much out of a class... I was blown away by lunchtime! Randy and Stacy know their stuff.
Nick W.
Nick W.Oklahoma City, OK
"Worth the money, and more importantly, worth the time. I got exactly what I paid for and walked away motivated and excited. Thanks!"
James B.
James B.St. Louis, MO
"I've attended training sessions, seminars and private one-on-one training. I learned more in this class than in all the others put together."
Bill L.
Bill L.New Orleans, LA
"Best one-day seminar I’ve taken - really! Very well done."
David M.
David M.Austin, TX
Randy and Stacy are high energy, positive, engaging and clearly are both experts in this field. I learned a ton. I would say they represent DJI very well.
John Paul J.
John Paul J.Nashville, TN
"A tag-team knowledgeable in the past, present, and future possibilities of drone flight…"
David K.
David K.Des Moines, IA
"Worth the price and more. A great class presented by two knowledgeable people who understand how to explain the blending of RC flying with high level photography."
Richard Z.
Richard Z.Arlington, TX
"Randy and Stacy were phenomenal!"
Sidney M.
Sidney M.Indianapolis, IN
“The class is amazing, and covers all ranges of participants from beginner to expert”
Mike M.
Mike M.Sacramento, CA
“I was amazed at the amount of high level instructor / student engagement in the entire program”.
Alan C.
Alan C.Hartford, CT
"Based on what we have heard from students, this academy was the perfect opportunity to learn skills."
Digital Circuit Magazine
Digital Circuit MagazineCEO
"Excellent investment. Instruction was informative and balanced. I enjoyed having two instructors and how well they complemented each other."
James B.
James B.Tulsa, OK
“These two instructors are top notch professionals!”
Scottie G.
Scottie G.Hartford, CT
"There is something for everyone. I would recommend this for both novice and advanced users."
Nick S.
Nick S.Columbus, OH
"You could walk into of this class with no knowledge about drones and walk out a competent drone photographer. Just make sure you’re taking notes fast enough! 😉"
Leah B.
Leah B.Madison, WI
"They offered great insights into using the drone to capture shots from the client’s perspective versus just taking aerial shots."
Sharon - WomenAndDrones.com
Sharon - WomenAndDrones.comChicago, IL
"I wanted to hear a professional view on how they got an image. I came away with exactly what I wanted and needed. Thanks!"
Shawn B.
Shawn B.Madison, WI
"I think Garlington and Braun strike a good balance… with the first half of the class focusing on drone technology and the second half focusing on photography."
Drone 360 Magazine
Drone 360 Magazine
"This class has been so helpful that I have taken it twice!"
Joel P.
Joel P.Pasadena, CA
The class was instructive, practical and simple to understand. ...Randy for his knowledge and Stacy for her skills and excellent performance.
Misael B.
Misael B.Arlington, TX
"I learned about a bunch of great tools that I didn’t even know existed! "
Frederic V.
Frederic V.Chicago, IL
"This class was well worth the money!"
Garry R.
Garry R.Memphis, TN
"I am an experienced drone pilot and I was able to learn so much from this course. You guys make a great duo."
Brandon B.
Brandon B.Pasadena, CA
"Their willingness to answer questions outside of class time was invaluable.”
Larry K.
Larry K.Omaha, NE
"Randy and Stacy killed it. The course was like a fine meal - had everything you wanted, was prepared and presented perfectly and even had free goodies at the end."
Aaron M.
Aaron M.Long Island, NY
"Content, pace, knowledge, & personality are all critical components. Stacy & Randy did an excellent job on all counts."
Mike B.
Mike B.Spokane, WA
"I feel rejuvenated with a renewed passion for drone possibilities. Great presentation! "
Patrick M.
Patrick M.Hartford, CT
"I learned a tremendous amount of useful information for my real estate business.“
Ellen F.
Ellen F.Omaha, NE
"Randy and Stacy were the complete recipe if you talk about DJI Drone flying."
Freddy M.
Freddy M.Minneapolis, MN
"I learned more in your first three hours than I did at a four-day drone conference in Las Vegas!"  
William S.
William S.Dallas, Texas
"I loved how knowledgeable and experienced Randy and Stacy are. These guys have seen the whole evolution of the drone industry!"
Timothy G.
Timothy G.Minneapolis, MN.
"Well worth my time & money! Thank you!"
Greg B.
Greg B.San Diego
“Informative, engaging and inspirational”
Laura G.
Laura G.Olathe, KS
"Haven't stopped talking about the class with my friends. It opened my eyes to drone technology."
Richard P.
Richard P.Schenectady, NY
“It would have taken me years to figure out on my own.”
Larry A.
Larry A.Seattle-Tacoma, WA
"A huge thank you to Stacy & Randy for helping me take my business to the next level."
Rod N.
Rod N.Omaha, NE
"You could sense the genuineness of Randy and Stacy and their willingness to share knowledge. Well worth the price of admission and more!!!"
Aaron A.
Aaron A.Long Island, NY
"Randy and Stacy are exceptional presenters. They provide a wealth of technical and practical knowledge."
Ric E.
Ric E.Bend, OR
"I walked away inspired and purchased a second drone a couple days after the workshop!"
Cheri L.
Cheri L.Minneapolis, MN
"This class WAY EXCEEDED my expectations."
Eddie S.
Eddie S.Houston, TX
"What a dynamic duo! Stacy & Randy are extremely knowledgeable about the drone industry. Their high-energy presentation style kept me engaged and wanting to learn more."
Joey M.
Joey M.Phoenix, AZ
"I would highly recommend this class for all new and old drone pilots. I wouldn't hesitate to do it again!"
Alan S.
Alan S.Phoenix, AZ
"I learned more in a day with these instructors than I have in two years on my own."
Gary B.
Gary B.Los Angeles, CA
"I learned valuable insight and knowledge that could not have been found outside of this class."
Cassandra, H.
Cassandra, H.Pasadena, CA.
"If you are a photographer looking into joining the drone photography market, this is a great step. I Highly recommend it!"
Scott Riggs
Scott RiggsOlathe, KS
"Randy & Stacy preach still photography for drone operators. Having a solid background as a photographer is imperative for a commercial videographer."
William F.
William F.Keene, NH
"The course exceeded my expectations - I would recommend it to anyone who owns a drone and wants to learn more!"
CG M.
CG M. McKinney, TX
"I learned more from this class, concerning still photography, than I did at a well-known seminar from a world-famous photography instructor."
Frank Z.
Frank Z.McKinney-Plano, TX
"The seminar was fantastic. The delivery and content were excellent. They outdid themselves with real life examples that made the price a bargain."
Glenn K.
Glenn K.Plano, TX
"No Youtube video is going to give you this amount and variety of info. Definitely worth the money!"
Terrance B.
Terrance B.Houston, TX
"Perfect class for a newbie like myself, and judging from reactions, questions and comments from seasoned pilots, very valuable to them as well. I highly recommend this class!"
Matt W.
Matt W.Nashville, TN
"Money well spent! In my corporate job, I traveled giving seminars and teaching courses so I’m a bit tough to impress. But I must say Randy and Stacy knocked it out of the park."
Rose W.
Rose W.Memphis, TN
"Although I'm new to drones, this course was amazing. I felt extremely at ease and came away with an incredible amount of valuable information and resources."
Bobby V.
Bobby V.San Marcos, TX
" As a 20-year fixed wing private pilot I am very impressed by how valuable your class was to raise my awareness and skills significantly for a very small $ investment. Well done Stacy and Randy!"
Lewis D.
Lewis D.New Orleans, LA
"I've attended many training sessions, seminars and private training. I learned more in this class than in ALL THE OTHERS put together."
Bill L.
Bill L.New Orleans, LA
"Seriously useful information. You will not be disappointed."
Johnny M.
Johnny M.Houston, TX
"There is enough information here for most drone owners to earn the seminar fee back many times over."
Paul V.
Paul V.South Houston, TX
"I would sign up again in a heartbeat. I cannot believe they cover so many subjects so well. Class materials and class manual are outstanding."
Kelly J.
Kelly J.Ft. Worth, TX
"I was skeptical about learning very much but actually learned a lot - things I never thought about. Great class."
David A.
David A.CEO
"Very energized delivery, thanks for all the great tips and experience shared! Time flies by in this class! "
Brent S.
Brent S.Memphis, TN
"I really enjoyed the real-world experiences of the instructors and their humorous banter."
Howard K.
Howard K.Nashville, TN
I have never flown a drone. I came to the class to get a solid overview and learn pro tricks to help me select a drone. Great class. Professional delivery. The instructors made themselves available during the day. Well worth the price.
Norman B.
Norman B.New Orleans, LA

Register Here for Upcoming Workshops

✔️ McKinney (Dallas), Texas  –  01/20/2020 – Monday –Sold out 🔥🔥🔥

✔️Arlington (Fort Worth), Texas  –  01/22/2020 – Wednesday

✔️ San Marcos (Austin), Texas  –  01/24/2020 – Friday – Sold out🔥🔥🔥

✔️ Houston (West), Texas  –  01/28/2020 – Tuesday –  Sold out🔥🔥🔥

✔️ Houston (South), Texas  –  01/30/2020 – Thursday – Sold out🔥🔥🔥

✔️ New Orleans, Louisiana  –  02/03/2020 – Monday – Sold out🔥🔥🔥

✔️Memphis, Tennessee  –  02/05/2020 – Wednesday 

✔️Nashville, Tennessee  –  02/07/2020 – Friday – Sold out🔥🔥🔥

☐ Atlanta, Georgia –  03/23/2020– Postponed For COVID-19 🔥🔥

☐ Tampa – St Pete, Florida  –  03/25/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

☐ Naples – Ft Myers, Florida  –  03/27/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19 🔥🔥

☐ Miami, Florida  –  03/30/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19  

☐ Jacksonville, Florida  –  04/01/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19  

☐ Charleston, South Carolina  –  04/03/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19 

☐ Charlotte, North Carolina  –  04/06/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19 

☐ Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina  –  04/08/2020 –Postponed For COVID-19 

☐ Chesapeake, Virginia  –  05/04/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

☐ Richmond, Virginia  –  05/06/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

☐ Fairfax – Tyson, Virginia –  05/08/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

☐ Columbia, Maryland –  05/12/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

☐ Philadelphia, Pennsylvania  –  05/15/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

☐ Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania –  05/18/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

☐ Ann Arbor, Michigan  –  05/20/2020 – Postponed For COVID-19

❤️ 👍🏼 Randy & Stacy are excited to resume face-to-face seminars in Summer season of 2023.

Thank you for participating in our online Premium Masterclass for at-home education.

Frequently Asked Questions:

As photographers, Randy and Stacy bring a drone wherever they go, because one never knows when that golden opportunity for a great aerial photograph will arise. For this class, however, you will not need to bring your drone. We will have our personal line-up on display. We will not actually take to the air in this class.

By all means, YES! You will walk away with a great deal of knowledge to get you in the air faster and safer with more confidence and skill.

In fact, we normally have 5-10 students in each class who do not own, or have never flown a drone. This is an ideal starting point for you.

The class level is “Intro” to “Advanced-Intermediate” with several “Pro” tips thrown in.

Knowledge beyond what you can find on-line or elsewhere. The knowledge we share is based on real-world experience. The insight we share is based on our previous employment at DJI HQ in Shenzhen.

There will be opportunity to meet and speak with both Randy and Stacy one-on-one during the day. This is important to them and you! Also, several minutes during lunch and at the end of the day will be reserved for a Q & A session.

All samples, examples, and discussion will be based on DJI brand drones, especially the Phantom and Mavic pro-sumer product lines.

Flying has become so simple that a novice can learn on their own in a couple of hours. This class is not intended to teach basic drone flying skills. Instructors will discuss flying somewhat, as it pertains to photography, but this is a classroom-style setting.

The final hour of class time is spent demonstrating computer processing with Adobe Lightroom Classic. If you wish to bring your own laptop and follow along, you should install a free trial copy of Adobe Lightroom prior to the class. Before class day, we will email you a folder of sample photos that you should download to your laptop. Simply keep the photo folder on your desktop for easy access during class. 

Bring a clear head, pen/pencil, and a laptop if you have one. You will have a table to sit at and can store your daypack or belongings underneath. Wear comfortable and casual clothing. Conference rooms are known to be cold – maybe have a jacket on hand.

There is a great deal of cross-over from still photography to video. Video requires a great deal more advanced planning and post production skills. Much of the still photography discussion in class can be applied to video. The instructors can also answer questions regarding video. Regarding the post processing/editing of video, we will not approach this in a one-day class. Keep an eye out for our blogs and video tutorials about drone video workflows.

Advanced online registration is required. If a friend urgently wants to join you at the last minute, send an email to help@djiphotoacademy.com and we will let you know if any open seats remain. Payment at the door is cash only.

Please contact us (help@djiphotoacademy.com) as soon as possible if you wish for us to reserve easily accessible or up-front seating. We accommodate hearing-impaired attendees using a computerized visual translation system called AVA. Please download the AVA to your phone or tablet prior to class.

Please email help@djiphotoacademy.com at least 72 hours prior to the event for a 100% refund. We are strict about the 72 hours; this is 3 full days prior to the 10am start of the class in which you are registered.

For example: If your class begins at 10 a.m. on a Friday, your refund request must be received before 10 a.m. on the Tuesday of that week.

No. We are here to share our real-life experience, knowledge, and skills to you. We won’t trap you into spending additional money on your way out the door at the end of the day.

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