Mike Butler – Architectural Photographer

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Category: Drone Photography

La Foto Is Selected for the Columbus Film, Author and Photography Festival 

Navigating the complexities of photographing a building amidst a cluster of other structures requires a thorough approach. As a seasoned Miami photographer specializing in architectural and exterior photography, I began with a detailed scout of the area, utilizing my Canon R5 and DJI Mavic 3 drone. Despite the drone’s creative potential, the tight urban environment posed challenges, limiting its effectiveness. Through multiple visits and exploring unconventional angles, I captured the building’s unique essence, proving the importance of persistence and creativity in architectural photography.

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NEW PROJECT: MET 3 MIAMI

Navigating the complexities of photographing a building amidst a cluster of other structures requires a thorough approach. As a seasoned Miami photographer specializing in architectural and exterior photography, I began with a detailed scout of the area, utilizing my Canon R5 and DJI Mavic 3 drone. Despite the drone’s creative potential, the tight urban environment posed challenges, limiting its effectiveness. Through multiple visits and exploring unconventional angles, I captured the building’s unique essence, proving the importance of persistence and creativity in architectural photography.

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NEW PROJECT: CLIMA HOME

Camcon Construction Group enlisted me to photograph their remarkable project in Miami’s vibrant Wynwood district. The featured property, Clima Home, caters to top designers in Miami, showcasing multiple floors of cutting-edge designs.

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Sojourn of Words

The Meditative Journey of Photographing Rainbow Falls This night shot of Rainbow Falls in Gorges State Park NC was the capstone of what became an unexpected meditative journey through the transition of day to night.  A shoot that became no less than a full-on meditative prayer to the universe. The

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PHOTOGRAPHING THE AFTERMATH OF HURRICANE IAN

In the minds of many, Hurricane Ian has come and gone, the world has moved on. Even as I sit here in my studio in Miami, only a 2-hour drive away from where Ian came ashore, life is, and has been much the same. Yet for the folks on Matlacha

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How To Use Drone Videography To Promote Your Business

Drones are becoming more and more popular with businesses for a variety of reasons. They can be used for videography, photography, and even deliveries. And while there are some concerns about privacy and safety, the benefits of drone technology far outweigh the risks. Drone videography is a great way to

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Drone Videography of Storm Damage

How Drone Videography Helps Document Hurricane and Storm Damage

With hurricane Ian bearing down on us here in Florida, I thought it might be worth talking about how drone videography and photography can help in the aftermath of a hurricane or tropical storm. One such purpose is documenting hurricane and storm damage. By using drone videography, officials can get

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Colombia Drone Photography

How Drones are changing Construction Photography

In recent years, drones have become increasingly popular in the photography world. Professional photographers and videographers use them to capture aerial shots that would otherwise be impossible to get without a helicopter and a bit of bravery! Now, construction companies are also starting to use drones to take pictures and

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