Drone Photography for Homes, Cottages, Farms and Events in Midland and Georgian Bay

Aerial photography for any property

Some places simply make more sense from above. A cottage tucked into the pines, a dock reaching out into clear water, a farm with its fields laid out, or a business with its parking and road access: from the ground you see a corner of it, but from the air you see the whole story. I’m Brent. Alongside my tech help, TechBrent offers drone photography for homes, cottages, farms, businesses and land across Midland, Penetanguishene, Tiny and Tay, Barrie, Orillia and Wasaga Beach. I still have a soft spot for cottages and the people who love them.

Real estate listings are part of the work, and aerials help a buyer understand where a property actually sits. But many of my favourite shoots are for private owners who simply want beautiful aerial photos of a place that matters to them.

Who books a drone shoot

• Cottage owners who want a record of the property, the dock and the view
• Families marking a milestone, such as a last summer before a sale or the first summer after a purchase
• Homeowners and real estate agents preparing a listing, who want the lot, water access and surroundings to show clearly
• Short-term rental hosts who need listing photos that stand out
• Farm and landowners who want to see their fields, buildings and property lines from above
• Businesses that want aerial shots of their building, parking and location for a website or social media
• Anyone curious to see their own place from above

What you get

I keep things focused. Instead of a long, slow flyover nobody watches to the end, I give you short, useful pieces that suit how you plan to use them:

• High-quality aerial photos of the property and its surroundings
• Short video clips for a listing, a social media post or a website
• Wider shots that show what’s nearby, like water, trails, roads or town
• A hand-picked set of the best photos, not hundreds of nearly identical ones

Drone photography packages

Prices are in Canadian dollars, plus HST. Every shoot is by appointment and flown in line with Transport Canada drone rules.

1. Property Aerial Photos: $249

• 20 edited aerial photos of your home, cottage, farm or land
• 1 photo with your property lines marked
• Delivered within 3 business days of the shoot
• Travel included within 40 km of Midland, then $0.70/km

2. Aerial Photo + Video: $379

• Everything in Property Aerial Photos
• A 60 to 90 second edited video
• A 30-second vertical clip for social media

3. Event Aerial Coverage: $399 for 2 hours on site, then $150/hr

• 25 edited aerial photos
• A 1 to 2 minute highlight video, delivered within 7 days
• For private events: weddings, family reunions, parties and business gatherings
• Public, advertised events need special Transport Canada permission, so ask me first.

Good to know about pricing

• Flights depend on weather and airspace. If conditions don’t allow a safe flight, we reschedule for free.
• Very large properties or multi-acre lots get a custom quote.

Cottage and waterfront aerial photography

Waterfront properties are where aerial photography really shines. From above, you can see the shape of the shoreline, the water off the dock, the privacy of the trees, and how the cottage sits on the lot. Those are the things owners treasure and buyers ask about, and they’re almost impossible to capture from the ground.

Private events from above

A wedding on the dock, a family reunion at the cottage, a backyard party or a business gathering can make a memorable aerial photo. Public, advertised events need special Transport Canada permission, so ask me first. Drone rules in Canada limit flying near and over people, near airports and in some parks, so tell me the location, date and what you have in mind, and I will check whether I can fly there and how close I can safely get before we book.

Homes, farms and other properties

For homes, farms and businesses from Midland and Penetanguishene to Barrie, Orillia and Wasaga Beach, aerials show lot size, the neighbourhood, and how close the property is to the water, parks or town. A few well-chosen aerials alongside your ground photos give buyers a much clearer picture of what they’re considering.

Ways people use their aerial photos

Aerial photos often end up with more uses than people expect. A good set can serve you for years:

• A framed print of the cottage, farm or home for your wall, or as a gift for family
• A cover image for a family photo book or a shared album
• Listing photos and a short clip when it’s time to sell
• A rental listing or welcome page that shows guests exactly where they’re going
• A website or social media photo that shows off your business or property
• A record of the property before and after renovations, landscaping, a new dock or a new building

Every season looks different from above

From Midland and Penetanguishene to Barrie, Orillia and Wasaga Beach, the land and water look different through the year, and each season brings something different to aerial photos. Summer brings blue water, busy docks and full green trees. In fall, the trees turn into a patchwork of colour, which can be spectacular from the air. Spring shows the shape of the land and the shoreline clearly before the leaves fill in, and winter can give you crisp, snowy views.

If you’re not in a rush, it’s worth thinking about which season shows off your property best. For a cottage, that’s often high summer or peak fall colour. For a listing, the right time is usually as soon as the property looks its best, and we’ll work around the weather from there.

What to expect on the day

A typical shoot is calm and straightforward. I arrive, take a look around, confirm the plan with you, and check that the area is clear to fly. The flying itself is quiet and quick, and you’re welcome to watch. I take a range of heights and angles, then head home and pick the strongest photos and clips, so you get a polished set instead of a folder full of near-duplicates. If the light or wind changes partway through, I’ll tell you honestly whether another visit would give a better result.

Because I fly a small, light drone and follow the microdrone rules, a shoot is low-key for you and your neighbours. If anyone nearby has questions, I’m always happy to explain what I’m doing. That respectful, low-fuss approach is how I like to work, from Midland and Penetanguishene to Barrie, Orillia and Wasaga Beach.

The drone and the rules I fly by

I fly a DJI Mini 3 Pro. It weighs under 250 grams, so under Transport Canada rules it doesn’t need a drone pilot certificate or registration for ordinary flights. That doesn’t mean anything goes. I still follow the microdrone rules carefully:

1. I keep the drone where I can see it at all times.
2. I stay away from airports and don’t fly in controlled airport airspace.
3. I keep clear of emergency scenes.
4. I don’t fly over crowds.
5. I don’t fly at advertised events, such as weddings or festivals, without the extra permission they need.

If your shoot involves an event, please mention it up front so we can work out what’s possible before the day.

Planning a great shoot

Good aerial photos take a little planning. Here’s how I approach every drone shoot:

Light

Morning and late day usually give the best light, with softer shadows, warmer colour and calmer water. We’ll pick a time that suits the property and the way it faces.

Weather and wind

Wind and weather decide more than the calendar does. A small drone is steady in light conditions, but strong wind, rain or poor visibility means we reschedule instead of settling for second-best photos. I keep an eye on the forecast and let you know early if conditions look doubtful.

Getting the property ready

• Move cars, bins and clutter out of the driveway and yard where you can
• Tidy the dock or yard, and put away boat covers, tarps and loose equipment
• Open the blinds and turn on outside lights for late-day shots
• Let your neighbours know if the shoot will be close to their property
• Tell me about any features you especially want captured

After the shoot

Once the flying’s done, I go through everything, pick the strongest photos and clips, and get them ready to use. Clips are kept short and sized for the way you plan to share them, whether that’s a listing, a social post, a website or a page for guests. If there’s a particular angle or feature you want to stand out, tell me when you book and I’ll plan the flight around it. My goal is simple: a set of photos you’re genuinely proud to show people.

Where I fly

I fly within about 45 minutes of Midland, depending on airspace and local conditions. That includes Midland, Penetanguishene, Tiny, Tay (Victoria Harbour, Port McNicoll and Waubaushene), Wasaga Beach, Elmvale, Coldwater, Orillia and Barrie. I photograph all kinds of properties, from in-town homes, farms and businesses to cottages and waterfront along Midland harbour and the Tiny beaches. The gallery on this page shows a few of them.

Drone photography and tech help in one place

TechBrent is a one-person business, and the drone work sits alongside my everyday tech help. That can be handy. If you’re getting the cottage ready for the season or setting up a new home or office, I can take the photos and sort out the Wi-Fi in the same trip. My page on home and cottage Wi-Fi setup explains that side of what I do, and the TechBrent home page gives an overview of everything else.

How booking works

1. Send me a note with the property location, what you’d like captured, and how you plan to use the photos.
2. I’ll reply by email to confirm the spot is OK to fly and suggest a time.
3. We’ll keep an eye on the weather and confirm the day before.
4. I fly the shoot, then pick and prepare the best photos and clips.
5. You get your photos and clips, ready to use.

Ready to see your property from above? Use the TechBrent contact form to ask about a shoot. Shoots are by appointment, and I’ll write back with a plan.