When I first started my career break travels in 2006, I stumbled across a photography exhibition in Melbourne Australia called The Earth From Above; aerial photography from all over the world. I fell in love with it immediately; it provided such a unique perspective that few people get to see. The exhibit inspired me so much that I actually made a trip to Morocco to see the leather dying vats in Fez that I saw in the exhibition. They captured my interest and I wanted to photograph them myself. Actually – I wanted to photograph many of the places I saw in the exhibit, but access to a helicopter is not normally in my travel budget! So when I had the opportunity to take a helicopter tour via Paradise Helicopters in Hawaii, I jumped at the chance to finally get my shot at aerial photography!
Shooting through glass is not easy, but here’s the best of what I saw….from above.
You can purchase any of this photography by simply clicking on the photo to learn more.
To learn more about the helicopter tour beyond the photos, be sure to check out the post from yesterday – Touring the Big Island from Above
Disclosure: Paradise Helicopters hosted my Hawaii Experience tour. However, all of the opinions expressed here are my own – as you know how I love to speak my mind!
By Lane January 6, 2012 - 10:11 am
What lovely images; the colors and contrasts are superb.
By Emily in Chile January 6, 2012 - 10:33 am
These photos are incredible! We took a helicopter ride in Hawaii in March, and lots of our photos have glare or smudges from the windows, so I’m really impressed not only by the composition but also the quality of yours.
By Gary Arndt January 6, 2012 - 10:38 am
This is great stuff. Aerial photography over Hawaii is something I’ve always wanted to do!
By Sherry January 6, 2012 - 11:11 am
Wow – I can hardly believe that I’ve photographed something that you haven’t! 🙂 If you get to the Big Island – it’s a must. The best way to really see the island…and the lava!
By Gary Arndt January 9, 2012 - 7:03 pm
I’ve been to the Big Islands several times, but I’ve never been in a helicopter here. I’ve also never seen exposed lava in Hawaii.
By Jarmo January 6, 2012 - 3:55 pm
Stunning photos Sherry! Helicopter really gives you a nice view. Never tried shooting from a helicopter myself, but I am sure it’s an interesting experience.
By Travel Ria January 8, 2012 - 11:25 am
I am in awe! I love the pictures. I didnt know that we have those natural wonders. WOWWWWW!
By Rachel January 8, 2012 - 8:03 pm
Absolutely gorgeous!
By Mark H January 9, 2012 - 5:59 am
The lava fields are superb. Incidently I saw that superb exhibition as well and was enchanted by so many surprising views (Venice was my fave). Readers can find them (though small images) at http://earthfromabove.globalnomadevents.com/gallery.html
By Toni January 9, 2012 - 3:44 pm
Wow Sherry, just wow!
By Poh ME January 14, 2012 - 7:27 pm
Awesome! Magnificent views. The volcanic pictures are great as my teaching aids. Thank you for sharing!
By Deb January 17, 2012 - 12:44 pm
Wow! Awesome stuff!
By Raymond Grey May 25, 2017 - 6:36 am
Amazing photos and nice to read. So useful and informative tips. Many thanks for sharing them all.