Aerial Photography by drone for Film & TV
Aerial Cinematography by Drone for TV & Film Productions
Philip Fearnley and the Halo Vue Aerial Photography team offer a specialist aerial photography service tailored specifically for the media and TV industry, using some of the most advanced drones available. Our expertise in drone filming for TV and film productions ensures high-quality, cinematic footage that elevates your project.
At Halo Vue, we have years of experience in drone cinematography and drone photography, with many of our freelance crew members also working as regular ground camera operators. Whether it’s Phil acting as a single drone pilot or working as part of a dual crew for larger productions, the team will gather the best possible drone footage in the safest, most creative, and most economical manner.
Phil Fearnley is an award-winning professional photographer and an accomplished drone pilot, offering images and footage that go beyond the ordinary. With a creative background in photography and filmmaking, Phil and the team bring a unique perspective to every shoot. Rest assured, they are fully trained in all aspects of photography and have extensive knowledge of the drone industry.
Halo Vue’s drone filming service is insured for up to £10 million and holds all the necessary CAA permissions to fly within the UK and the EU, with aircraft capable of carrying up to 25kg. This ensures we meet all safety and legal requirements while providing top-tier service.
We offer bespoke drone filming services tailored to your needs, with pricing based on the specifics of your shoot. Whether you need single-operator drone filming or a dual crew, we’ll recommend the best drone for your production to ensure you get the perfect results.
For a no-obligation quotation, simply email info@halovue.co.uk or call Phil at 07957 627 628. Let us bring your TV and film projects to life with our expert aerial cinematography services.
Aerial Photography For TV Drama & Film
Drone Filming for Documentaries, Dramas, and Feature Films
From documentaries to dramas and feature films, our aircrew is highly experienced in working on large-scale productions, utilizing large aircraft for complex drone filming sequences.
Over the past few years, our two-person crew has operated the DJI Inspire 2 with the powerful Super 35mm X7 camera on high-profile shows like ITV’s Happy Valley 3, BBC/HBO’s Gentleman Jack 1 & 2, ITV’s Vera, ITV’s Emmerdale, Netflix’s The Ripper, and several Bollywood movies.
The DJI Inspire 2 is an excellent alternative to heavy-lift drones due to its impressive flight time of 15-20 minutes, exceptional image quality, and ability to fly at high speeds. Its compact design makes it less intimidating when flying close to actors and animals, ensuring smooth and unobtrusive filming.
This aircraft requires a two-person operation, with Phil Fearnley as the pilot and a trained drone camera operator using the drone’s built-in camera to capture every shot as directed. There’s no need for additional cameras, and with a third team member, we can control focus and iris, ensuring full creative control.
We also offer video output that can be sent directly to the video village or additional monitors for the Director of Photography (DOP) and director, ensuring seamless coordination during the shoot.
This is a complete, self-contained package with no hidden extras, providing all the necessary equipment and expertise for your production.
Aerial Photography For Factual & Comedy Documentary’s
On programmes such as the BBC’s Countryfile we generally supply a single operator drone pilot flying aircraft such as the DJI Mavic 3 Pro. To keep the drone filming extra safe a responsible member of the production crew may act as drone spotter keeping the drone in line of sight at all times.
These smaller DJI drones offer fantastic image quality with long flight times of up to 45 minutes shooting from standard 1080HD right up to 5.2K in ProRes 422HQ if required. They are super quiet and less conspicuous when flying in more built-up areas and once in the countryside they are less likely to upset any wildlife.
We have used these drones for aerial filming on shows such as BBC’s DIY SOS, CH5 The Yorkshire Vet, Ch5 Springtime on the Farm, BBC’s Canal Boat Diaries, ITN News, to name just a few.
Aerial Filming For News and Events
If you’re wanting aerial drone filming in highly populated areas our Mavic Mini 3 is perfect and super discreet. At a take of weight of only 249grams it comes under the weight restrictions of our larger drones. Our Tv News contacts such as ITN find this little drone very useful and with up to 48mb still images and up to 4k video it still gives outstanding results for its size.
We can also do live broadcast with the DJI Mavic2 pro or the DJI Mavic 3 all linked into the stations LiveU system.
Motor Sport Aerial Filming
If you require something a little faster, we can now offer high speed drone filming using the DJI FPV drones with GoPro Hero 8 mounted to the top of the drone. These super-fast drones can get right into the heart of the action with the pilot using VR style goggles to fly the drone almost as if he was inside the aircraft. A bit like a fighter plane.
These drones are amazing for car shows such as Quest’s Vintage Voltage, chasing the cars along racetracks but on the flip side, they are also perfect for fly slow and cinematic close to the ground, over trees and through small gaps.
No matter what your production is we can supply the perfect Drone Team at a competitive rate with quality cinematic aerial footage that will keep you using Phil Fearnley and Halo Vue Aerial Photography for all your future filming requirements.
Drone filming on some of the nations favourite TV programs
Creating Dramatic Content
Drones have revolutionized the art of filmmaking, providing filmmakers with unprecedented perspectives and creative opportunities. Through innovative techniques like hyperlapse and long exposure photography, creators can capture breathtaking scenes in ways never before possible. Hyperlapse, in particular, condenses time, allowing for stunning time-lapse sequences that reveal the dynamic evolution of landscapes and cityscapes. By combining drone flight with hyperlapse, filmmakers can showcase the passage of hours or even days in just a few seconds, offering viewers a unique perspective on the world around them. Additionally, techniques like drone light painting add another dimension to aerial cinematography, enabling artists to paint the sky with vibrant streaks of light. As technology continues to advance, the creative possibilities of drones in filmmaking are truly limitless, providing filmmakers with new ways to express their vision and captivate audiences.
FPV Drones: Transforming Film and TV
FPV (First-Person View) drones have emerged as powerful tools in the realm of film and television production, offering filmmakers an immersive and dynamic way to capture action sequences and explore environments. With FPV drones, filmmakers can navigate tight spaces and execute complex maneuvers with precision, all while providing viewers with a thrilling perspective akin to being in the pilot’s seat. This unique viewpoint adds a visceral intensity to chase scenes, sports events, and aerial stunts, elevating the cinematic experience to new heights. Moreover, FPV drones enable filmmakers to achieve shots that were previously impossible or prohibitively expensive, allowing for greater creative freedom and innovation in storytelling. As the technology behind FPV drones continues to advance, their integration into film and television production is expected to grow, providing audiences with increasingly immersive and exhilarating viewing experiences.
Adidas TV Adverts
The Halo Vue Team filmed several adverts over three days shooting a series of fast paced shots from 400ft to 2 feet off the ground. Flying on the streets of Manchester required road closures by the production company and some very precise flying.
Happy Clients
We have worked for most major TV companies drone filming from CH5’s the Yorkshire Vet to ITV’s Emmerdale.
Other shoots include aerial filming on Sally Wainrights Gentleman Jack for the BBC/HBO, ITV’s Vera,Rob Lowe’s drama Wild Bill and countless TV productions.
Matt Gray BSC Cinematographer
Matt Gray talks about his time working on the BBC Drama Gentleman Jack, and how our drones were used on the show. He mentions how our drone filming was used to film Suranne Jones in the very first scene using it to fly low, slow and very close to the lead actress.
Philip Fearnley, the chief pilot and owner of Halo Vue has held a permission for commercial operations ( PFCO ) for many years as well as the new A2 CofC and GVC qualification.
As one of the most experienced and creative pilots of small UAVs, (drones) in the UK he will achieve the best possible results with a budget to suit all requirements.
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