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Drone Serives

Images With Meaning

I am not a traditional high-volume photographer. I do not do mass sessions or assembly-line work. My photography centers on wildlife, nature, documentary storytelling, and fine-art imagery — created through patient observation and respect for the subject.

Due to health issues, I do not do normal studio shootings or typical client sessions involving direct interaction or on-location client shoots.

All available work consists of existing and selectively produced fine-art images offered as archival prints or for licensing.

Scope of Drone Services

  • Artistic aerial photography and video
  • Aerial landscape, architecture, and outdoor scenes
  • Aerial documentation for artistic and documentary purposes
  • Creative interpretation applies to all drone imagery

Artistic Control

  • Drone footage and photography are created with artistic influence
  • Composition, timing, and final selection are not subject to client control
  • Retakes are subject to weather, legal conditions, and availability

Safety & Operational Control

  • Flights may be declined, postponed, or aborted if:Weather conditions are unsafeLegal compliance cannot be ensuredWildlife, people, or property could be disturbed
  • Final operational decisions remain with the drone operator

Permits & Responsibilities

Location-specific approvals may be required (landowners, municipalities, authorities)

The client is responsible for obtaining location permissions, unless agreed otherwise

Additional permits or approvals may affect availability, planning time, and cost

Legal Compliance

All drone operations comply with EU Regulation 2019/947

No flights over crowds

No flights in restricted zones without permits

No flights over private property without explicit permission

Flights are weather- and safety-dependent

Maximum altitude and distance rules apply per drone category

Liability & Limitations

  • Drone operations are dependent on weather, safety, and legal conditions
  • No liability for cancellations or limitations imposed by law or weather
  • No guarantee of flight execution if conditions change

Usage Rights & Copyright

  • Copyright remains with Joseph Hubbard
  • Clients receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable usage license
  • Usage rights apply only after full payment
  • Extended or exclusive rights require a separate written agreement
  • RAW files are not included unless explicitly agreed

Pricing (Drone Services)

  • €300 base fee for the first 2 hoursIncludes planning, scouting, and technical setup
  • Additional time is billed separately
  • Extra costs may apply for:Special permitsInsurance extensionsRestricted locationsComplex coordination or access requirements
  • A 50% non-refundable deposit is required for all drone bookings

Special Arrangements (Historical & Club-Owned Sites)

For historical buildings or sites cared for by clubs, government or associations:

  • Drone operation costs may be waived
  • In exchange for permission to fly and use the images
  • Usage remains subject to the standard copyright terms
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Aerial Passage Through History — Rötteln Castle

This drone film offers a quiet aerial view of Rötteln Castle, revealing the structure and landscape from a perspective shaped by time, light, and scale.

My sincere thanks to Röttelnbund e.V. Haagen for granting permission to record this footage, and for nearly a century of dedication to preserving Rötteln Castle and its legacy for future generations.

Certification, Insurance & Compliance

Certification
EU Remote Pilot Certificate (A2 – Open Category)
The A2 certification confirms advanced training in flight safety, airspace awareness, and risk assessment. It allows operation in the Open Category with higher competency requirements, including the ability to fly closer to people where legally permitted, and to operate in built or semi-built environments subject to local rules.

Insurance
All drone operations are covered by commercial drone liability insurance, providing third-party coverage in accordance with EU and German aviation requirements.

Compliance
All flights are conducted in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2019/947 and applicable local, site-specific restrictions.
Flights are carried out only with the required permits, approvals, and landowner permissions in place.
The A2 certificate does not grant automatic access to restricted airspace, protected nature areas, or crowd flights.

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