Capture Your World from the Ground Up

The DJI Avata 2 is a compact FPV drone designed for controlled, close-quarters flying. I use it for indoor and outdoor fly-throughs where smooth motion and tight maneuverability are essential.

With stabilized 4K video, built-in propeller guards, and precise control, the Avata 2 is ideal for creating dynamic walkthroughs that showcase interior layouts and transitions safely and effectively.

The DJI Mavic 3 Classic is my primary drone for aerial photography and aerial videography. Featuring a 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera, it delivers sharp stills, accurate color, and high-resolution video suitable for marketing and promotional use.

With long flight time, omnidirectional obstacle sensing, and advanced return-to-home safety features, the Mavic 3 Classic is well suited for real estate, landscape, and commercial aerial work across Vermont.

For ground-based photography, I use the Nikon D500, a rugged, professional DSLR known for speed, accuracy, and image quality. Its fast autofocus system and excellent low-light performance make it reliable for events, candid photography, and outdoor shoots in changing conditions.

The D500 also supports 4K video, allowing seamless integration between photo and video coverage when needed.

My lens lineup provides flexibility across a wide range of photography needs, from ultra-wide interiors and landscapes to portraits, lifestyle sessions, and long-range outdoor coverage. Each lens is selected to match the subject, environment, and visual style of the project.

• Tokina 10–20mm Ultra-Wide Lens
  An ultra-wide lens ideal for interior spaces, architectural photography, and expansive landscapes. It is especially useful for showcasing room flow, tight spaces, and large environments with a strong sense of scale.
   
• 17–50mm f/2.8 Zoom Lens
  A versatile wide-to-standard zoom well suited for interiors, lifestyle photography, and general use. The constant f/2.8 aperture allows consistent exposure and reliable performance in varied lighting conditions.
   
• 35mm f/1.8 Prime Lens
  A fast, lightweight lens used for low-light situations, lifestyle photography, and natural-looking portraits. Its wide aperture creates clean subject separation while maintaining a realistic, flattering perspective.
   
• 50–150mm f/2.8 Telephoto Zoom
  A flexible telephoto lens ideal for portraits, candid moments, and event photography. This lens allows strong background separation while keeping a comfortable working distance from the subject.
   
• Sigma 150–600mm Super Telephoto Lens
  A long-range lens designed for wildlife, sports, and large outdoor events. It enables detailed captures from a safe and respectful distance, making it well suited for festivals, parades, and environmental documentation.

Hi, I’m Lawrence Nixon, owner and FAA Part 107–certified drone pilot behind Drone VT LLC, founded in August 2023. Based in Vermont, I provide professional aerial and traditional photography services for real estate, businesses, events, and individuals across Vermont and Northern New York.

I specialize in aerial photography, drone videography, real estate media, portrait and lifestyle photography, and candid event coverage. My work focuses on capturing authentic moments, accurate representations, and strong visual storytelling, whether I’m showcasing a property, promoting a business, or documenting a community event.

One of my favorite aspects of this work is photographing local town and city events. From festivals and parades to community gatherings, I enjoy highlighting the energy, scale, and character of local life through both aerial and ground-based perspectives.

Drone VT has been featured in the Saint Albans Messenger, recognizing my work capturing events and communities from new angles.
👉 You can read the article here:
https://www.samessenger.com/news/business/with-drone-vt-local-photographer-captures-events-from-new-angles/article_692ee0b5-c8df-4233-8752-7218f1a375b6.html

I approach every project with a focus on safety, clear communication, and dependable results, delivering high-quality digital media designed for marketing, web use, and long-term value.

• Facebook: @DroneVT
   
• Instagram: @DroneVT
   
• YouTube: Drone VT
   

👉 For detailed pricing and packages, please visit the Pricing section of this website.

Let’s bring your vision to life — from the ground to the sky.

Choosing Drone VT means working directly with the person behind the camera and the controls. From initial communication to final delivery, I handle every aspect of the project, ensuring consistency, accountability, and attention to detail.

As an FAA Part 107–certified drone pilot, I operate legally, safely, and responsibly in shared airspace. Every flight is planned with safety, situational awareness, and respect for people and property, whether I’m flying in a downtown area, over open land, or capturing a community event.

I bring a local Vermont perspective to every project. Understanding the region, weather conditions, and community spaces allows me to work efficiently and respectfully while capturing imagery that feels authentic and accurate, not staged or generic.

Drone VT focuses on clear communication, realistic expectations, and reliable delivery. I provide digital-only media optimized for marketing, web use, and long-term value, without unnecessary upsells or hidden complexity.

Most importantly, I approach each project with the mindset that visuals should serve a purpose. Whether that purpose is selling a property, promoting a business, documenting an event, or creating meaningful portrait and lifestyle imagery, the goal is always the same: deliver clean, professional visuals that tell the story effectively.

• FAA Part 107–certified drone pilot
   
• Vermont-based, locally operated business
   
• Aerial and traditional photography services
   
• Real estate, events, portraits, and lifestyle coverage
   
• Digital delivery optimized for marketing and web use
   
• One point of contact from start to finish