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Raleigh NC based drone nerd. We make images & videos of architecture, industry, and transportation. Need a drone guy? Give us a shout. [email protected]

08/27/2026

Looking to elevate your project showcases, website, or social media? I provide high-resolution, professional drone photography and videography tailored specifically for local trades and commercial projects.

Whether you need detailed job site progress, hero shots for marketing, or high-definition marketing assets of your completed work, I’ve got you covered:

Roofers & Solar Installers: High-angle, pitch-perfect roof inspections, pre/post-installation overviews, and commercial system shots.

Hardscapers & Landscapers: Top-down orthomosaic angles, multi-tier patio sweeps, retaining wall detail, and twilight lighting showcases.

General Contractors & Builders: Active site progress updates, earthmoving/grading aerials, and polished finished build portfolios.

Tree Services & Utility Crews: Before/after canopy clearing, hazard tree documentation, and site access angles.

Realtors & Commercial Brokers: High-altitude parcel boundaries, neighborhood contextual shots, and high-impact property listings.

Fully FAA Part 107 licensed, insured, and locally based. Quick turnarounds with ready-to-publish digital deliverables for your site, social ads, or client print packets.

Drop a comment below or send a DM to discuss your next project, custom packages, or job site rates!

08/24/2026

Transforming outdoor spaces takes incredible craftsmanship, and the team at Sticks & Stones of NC absolutely nailed this project! 🔨✨

From precision paver patterns and custom terraced retaining walls to sleek integrated accent lighting and seamless poolside lounging, every detail of this backyard oasis was built to perfection. Late afternoon light to dusk vibes—it looks stunning from every angle (especially from above! 🚁).

Huge thanks to Sticks & Stones of NC for letting us capture your outstanding work!

🔨 Craftsmanship: Sticks and Stones

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08/03/2026

Today we’re checking back in on the Omni Hotel site! 🏗️📸

The foundation work and excavation are well underway in the heart of Downtown Raleigh! Here are a few fast facts about what’s rising on this block:

🏢 29 Stories & 600 Rooms: This $362M project will completely transform the skyline between the Raleigh Convention Center and the Martin Marietta Center.
🥩 Prime Dining & Amenities: It will feature North Carolina’s first Bob’s Steak & Chop House, a rooftop pool with sweeping city views, a sports bar with a golf simulator, and a Peter Millar coffee shop paired with Black & White Coffee Roasters!
📅 Timeline: Having recently broken ground earlier this year, construction is moving fast with a target opening set for Late 2028.
📈 Major Economic Boost: Designed to anchor Raleigh’s expanding convention district and support huge events, bringing visitors directly into the city center.

Swipe to see how this massive construction pit will look once completed! ➡️

📍 Location: Salisbury St / S McDowell St, Downtown Raleigh

📸 Aerial photos: Oak City Drone | Renderings: Raleigh Connoisseur / Omni Hotels

What are you most excited to see added to Downtown Raleigh? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

(If you love seeing Raleigh grow from the sky, hit that Follow button for regular construction updates and aerial views around the Triangle!)

06/21/2026

Today we're checking in on the progress of Wake Forest Fire Station 6 currently under construction, with completion anticipated for July 2027. The $13.8M, 22,000 square foot two story facility will feature three drive through bays, an emergency operations center, administrative offices, training room, decon facilities, and a dedicated regional fire training center, reaffirming the Town of Wake Forest, NC commitment to public safety excellence. Once complete, this will be one of the nicest fire stations in the entire county and will serve the town's rapidly growing northeast section for many years to come. Stay tuned as we track the progress over the next year. We can't wait to see this one finished up! 🚒👨‍🚒🔥

05/21/2026

THE STORM HAS ARRIVED. 🌀🚩🚩

Raleigh, can you feel the energy? Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals starts tonight, and the entire city is locked in.

Check out the brand-new look of the Lenovo Center right before the puck drops, framed perfectly alongside Carter-Finley Stadium with the downtown Raleigh skyline holding down the horizon.

The stadium glass is wrapped, the plaza is set, and the house is going to be absolutely deafening! Swipe through to see the home of the Hurricanes ready for a historic postseason run.

It’s time to raise up. LET'S GO CANES!

📸 Drone photography by

05/19/2026

Two major construction projects are officially transforming the downtown Raleigh skyline right now: the new Omni Hotel and the relocation of the Red Hat Amphitheater.

Here is a quick look at the blueprints, timelines, and exactly what is happening on the ground:

🏗️ The Raleigh Omni Hotels & Resorts

The deep foundation work currently underway at the corner of Martin and Dawson Streets is the footprint for the upcoming Omni Raleigh Hotel. This massive project is going to be a 29-story luxury tower featuring 600 guest rooms, a 20,000-square-foot ballroom, a rooftop pool, and North Carolina's very first Bob’s Steak & Chop House. The city backed this development to serve as the primary headquarters hotel for the downtown convention district, giving Raleigh the room inventory it needs to lock down major national conventions.

Timeline: Crews are moving heavy dirt now, with an official opening target set for late 2028.

🎸 The New Red Hat Amphitheater

Just a block to the south, heavy steel framework is going up for the new, relocated Red Hat Amphitheater. The venue is shifting over to make way for the massive 300,000-square-foot expansion of the Raleigh Convention Center. The original "temporary" site is hosting its final concert season this year, while this brand-new, permanent version will scale up capacity to over 6,000 seats. The new setup promises better fan sightlines, permanent restrooms, and enhanced backstage facilities to keep drawing major regional and national music tours downtown.

Timeline: The current venue stays active through October, and the new expanded amphitheater will officially open in time for the 2027 outdoor concert season.

Stay tuned as we continue to track the heavy logistics and structural progress of these major civic builds from above!

05/01/2026

A floating city in the heart of San Diego. ⚓️🏙️🌴

The USS Midway (CV-41) isn't just an icon of the Embarcadero; it’s the most visited naval warship museum in the world. Since opening in 2004, it’s welcomed over 18 million guests, with more than 1.2 million visitors a year stepping on board to explore naval history first-hand.

A few facts for the logbook:

Longest Serving: Commissioned in 1945 (just 8 days after WWII ended), it was the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century, with 47 years of active duty.

Cold War Workhorse: It was the first U.S. carrier too large to transit the Panama Canal and the only ship to serve through the entire Cold War—from its start in 1945 to Operation Desert Storm in 1991.

A Floating City: At peak capacity, the Midway housed a crew of over 4,500 sailors. Today, the 4-acre flight deck holds more than 30 restored aircraft.

Top-Tier Ranking: It consistently ranks as one of the Top 10 Museums in the U.S. on TripAdvisor—and for good reason.

With over 60 exhibits and 30+ restored aircraft on a 4-acre flight deck, it is hands-down one of the coolest museum experiences in the country. If you’re heading to San Diego, do yourself a favor and put this at the top of your list. It’s a masterclass in naval engineering and history that you can’t fully appreciate until you're standing on the deck. 🚈🚢

04/26/2026

I went down to the other day to take pictures of the murals. I had no idea that the 56th annual was taking place at the same time. Apparently this is the largest and show in the world. There were hundreds of vehicles. It was a way nicer collection than any auto museum I've ever seen. I was even adopted for the day by . I appreciate the hospitality and warm welcome!

Drone pics coming soon.

04/15/2026

Check this out y'all! Yesterday, I took a sneak peek at the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing Bridge currently under construction over the 101 in Agoura Hills, Los Angeles. Once complete in Fall of 2026, this will be the largest wildlife crossing bridge of its type in the entire world. It's generating a massive buzz in the environmental, conservation, engineering, and planning circles right now, and should serve as an international model for future similar projects globally. 🌎🦌🐯🦊🦖

Project link in the comments! ⬇️

04/13/2026

Oh hey City of Oceanside, look who's back? 👀

Sunsets hit differently here. Stay tuned y'all! 🌊☀️🌴

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