The Canadian “Horseshoe falls” and the “American falls”.
The Canadian “Horseshoe falls” and the “American falls”.
The “American falls” close up from the top.
The Canadian “Horseshoe falls” from the front.
The Canadian “Horseshoe falls” from the side.
The Canadian “Horseshoe falls” right overhead zoomed. The pilot had to tilted to get this view.
The Canadian “Horseshoe falls” right overhead - wide view with Canadian part of the city. Caught a rainbow across !
Approaching "American Falls” – captured from the boat.
Approaching the Canadian “Horseshoe falls” – captured from the boat.
Niagara falls by night with fire show.
Niagara Falls
PHOTO STORIES “CANON PHOTOPLUS” UK
Aerial Photography of the Niagara
After my exhilarating aerial photography experience capturing the breathtaking Swiss landmarks in a chartered plane, I felt inspired to take on a new challenge. This time, my sights were set on the majestic Niagara Falls. I wanted to cover both the American Falls and the iconic Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Armed with my trusty Canon camera and a sense of adventure, I embarked on this photographic journey with great anticipation.
The Canadian Horseshoe Falls, with its powerful cascade of water and mesmerizing curvature, was my primary focus. I was determined to capture its beauty from various angles, each offering a unique perspective. From the air, the scale and grandeur of the falls become even more apparent.
A highlight of this trip was the opportunity to hover in a helicopter over the Horseshoe Falls. At one point, the pilot tilted the helicopter slightly, providing an optimal photographic angle. It was a moment of pure magic, with the roar of the water beneath us and the spray rising to meet the sky. The feeling of capturing such dynamic beauty from above was incomparable.
I was thrilled to learn that some of my aerial shots were selected for publication in the “Photo Stories” section of the popular UK magazine, Photoplus. The feature included not only my helicopter shots but also some challenging photographs taken from a boat at the base of the falls.
Photographing from the boat presented its own set of challenges. The relentless mist and the powerful spray of water meant that I was drenched almost immediately, posing a significant risk to my camera equipment. Protecting my gear while trying to get the perfect shot was a delicate balancing act. Nonetheless, the experience was immensely rewarding, and the resulting images captured the raw power and beauty of Niagara Falls in a way that no aerial shot could.
Overall, photographing Niagara Falls was a wonderful experience that I will cherish forever. Special credit goes to my pilot friend, whose skill and support were invaluable. Together, we managed to create photographs that not only captured the beauty of the falls but also told a story of adventure and discovery.
