Elevate your perspective
Ready to take your drone skills to new heights? Our beginner/intermediate workshops teach you how to fly safely, explore the best aerial photography spots in Manchester and Liverpool, and master strong composition for exceptional drone images. Unlock your drone’s full potential and start capturing stunning shots—join us today!
Workshop benefits
Drone Photography Workshops – Manchester and Liverpool
Learn Drone Photography with 1-to-1 Tuition with a fully qualified drone pilot holding A2 CofC certification and insurance
Elevate your aerial photography with personalised training led by a multi-published UK photographer renowned for capturing dramatic cityscapes, low-light scenes, and striking landscape imagery.
Whether you're a beginner or a developing drone creator, you’ll receive expert, real-world guidance tailored to your goals, skill level and shooting style.
Choose from sunset, golden hour, or night-time drone workshops in Manchester and Liverpool, designed to help you master your drone in stunning real-world locations.
What You’ll Learn — Professional Drone Training Course
Drone Laws, CAA Registration & Safe Flying
Receive clear, up-to-date guidance on:
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Current UK Drone Regulations
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How to register your drone with the CAA
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Understanding legal UK drone flying locations
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The full process for applying and flying inside Flight Restriction Zones (FRZs)
As an experienced drone photographer, I break down legal requirements in a practical way so you can fly with confidence.
1-to-1 Practical Flying Skills
Hands-on coaching tailored to your experience level, including:
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Essential drone safety checks
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Confident take-off and landing techniques
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Understanding drone settings, features & intelligent flight modes
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Overview of key drone technology
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Personal guidance on choosing the best drone for your needs
Aerial Photography with Professional-Level Guidance
Learn creative and technical skills used in published aerial work:
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How to compose cinematic drone photographs
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Techniques for low-light, golden hour & night photography
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Ideal professional camera settings to achieve clean, sharp aerial images
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How to capture high-quality RAW files for maximum detail
Lightroom Editing Workflow — From RAW to Published Quality
Get a full breakdown of how a photographer edits images to publication standards, including:
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Colour grading for atmospheric drone photos
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Balancing dynamic range for dusk and night scenes
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Creating a signature editing style
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Best export settings for social media, portfolios & press submissions
These editing tips ensure you understand every step from shot to final image.
Commercial Skills & Promotion
Get expert advice on turning your drone work into opportunities, including:
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Requirements for commercial drone flying in the UK
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How to promote your drone photography effectively
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Tips for getting your images noticed on social media
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Insight into press publishing, based on personal publishing experience
Ongoing Support
Your learning doesn’t end after the workshop. Receive continued support via phone, email or messaging, ensuring you keep developing long after your session.
Payment Options
To make booking simple and accessible, the following payment methods are accepted:
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Apple Pay
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Clearpay
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PayPal
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All major credit & debit cards
Safe drone operation
Learn how to safely and confidently operate your drone, adhering to all regulations and best practices.
Image composition
Master the art of aerial image composition, creating visually appealing and impactful photographs.
Local expertise
Benefit from our extensive knowledge of the best drone photography locations in Manchester and Liverpool.
Unlock your drone's potential
Our drone workshops are designed to help you safely operate a drone and be able to compose high quality images with meaningful composition. By the end of the workshop, you'll have the skills and confidence to capture breathtaking aerial photographs.
Why choose our workshops?
What sets Sky High Photography uk apart is our extensive knowledge of the local area and the best spots to visit for aerial photography. We combine technical instruction with practical, hands-on experience in the most picturesque locations in Manchester and Liverpool.
Is this workshop for you?
Our workshops are perfect for beginners who have bought a drone and want to learn how to fly, be taken to the best locations in Manchester or Liverpool, and learn how to take exceptional aerial images. If you're looking to improve your drone skills and capture stunning aerial photographs, you're in the right place!