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Aerial Photography and the Weather
- By Keith McGregor
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Any operation that is carried out within the Earths atmosphere is subjected to the climate and consequently the weather systems that occur within that region. Aerial Photography can be affected by the weather in two ways, firstly you must be able to get in the air and secondly the photographer must be able to get the images he requires.
It doesn’t matter if the aircraft concerned is a helicopter or a high winged light aircraft. Strong winds or gusts may put the aircraft outside its operating limits and therefore make it unsafe to fly. In the UK this situation is not uncommon but its chances of occurring can be minimised if the aircraft is located at an airfield with many runways in different directions. This allows the pilot to minimise the crosswind component and take advantage of a head wind on takeoff and landing.
Once the aircraft is in the air the weather can pose a whole new range of problems for the photographer. The main problems that may be encountered while undertaking aerial photography and Aerial Event Photography include:
- Low cloud, mist and fog.
This causes the obvious problem of being unable to see the ground and the features which you are trying to photograph. This is likely to cause problems for nearly all forms of aerial photography.
- High cloud, poor light.
This situation is common throughout the UK and although it restricts some aerial photographic operations its affect on others are small. For example Survey Photography undertaken for the purposes of monitoring traffic or pipeline work may be able to operate in these conditions. However, Oblique Aerial Photography undertaken for marketing purposes would probably not be undertaken in these conditions. This is mainly due to the cloud shadows which would make the images unattractive and give a mottled effect.
- Haze, poor horizontal visibility
Haze is one of the biggest problems for Oblique Aerial Photography because it can reduce visibility down to several kilometres when the sky is clear and the weather looks spectacular from the ground.
- High winds.
High winds can make it very difficult to position the aircraft at a site. This is especially true when a specific view is required or while photographing position sensitive sites such as Horse Racing Event Photography. During this form of Event Aerial Photography it is very important not to go over the race course while the horses are out and if the wind requires the aircraft to ‘crap’ along the course it may not be possible to get the shots required.
It is obvious the weather has a major influence on commercial aerial photography and must be monitored closely to take advantages of the right conditions.
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- By Eirik Comm
- Published 05/7/2008
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Discover a part of London’s rich culture with a theatre break
- By Isla Campbell
- Published 05/6/2008
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For centuries London has been home to great shows held in beautiful theatres and taking in a production is something that all visitors to the city should undertake. Located in London’s bustling West End, the 'London Palladium' has been home to a variety of different shows since it opened in 1910 and is currently the home to one of the most popular shows of this season - Andrew Lloyd Webber’s dazzling new production of “The Sound of Music”. A family favourite for decades, this musical treat is the ideal way to introduce you to London’s rich theatrical history, particularly in the plush surroundings of the Palladium.
The Adelphi Theatre is another fine venue to take in a show. Dating back to the start of the 19th century, this theatre, situated on London’s famous Strand, is currently playing host to another world famous show, 'Joseph and his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'. A brand new production of the famous Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical, 'Joseph' is currently delighting London theatre goers and critics across the city.
Of course, not every show you see in London has to be in the format of traditional musicals. One of the largest and grandest productions currently treading the boards is “Mamma Mia”, an enchanting story of love and friendship set to the timeless songs of Abba. Currently staging more productions across the world than any other musical, this is a show any visitor to London should take the time to see. In a similar vein, “We Will Rock You”, a futuristic tale narrated through the classic songs of Queen, is currently taking the Dominion Theatre in the West End by storm, with a stellar cast directed Christopher Renshaw, whose impressive credentials include “The King & I” at the Palladium and, more recently, the hugely popular “Taboo”.
While musicals may not be every London visitor’s cup of tea, a good, classic “whodunit” is sure to appease most theatre goers, and you can’t get any more 'classic' than Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap”. One of the world’s finest thrillers, this play has been running in the West End since 1952, beginning its run at the Ambassadors Theatre before moving to its current home in St. Martin’s in 1974. This excellent play has been running longer than any other production in the world and recently celebrated its 20,000th performance.
Visiting the theatre is only half the fun of a trip to the West End, with many hotels in London offering excellent package deals to coincide with your visit, including discounts on theatre tickets, pre-show meals and complimentary drinks after the event. For a subtle mix of culture, history and entertainment, a theatre break in London really can’t be beat.
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- Published 05/6/2008
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