How does Janis Elspas's method of capturing aerial views of Maryland outperform other techniques?

I shoot from commercial flights or along highways at moments when the light is most flattering—late fall color along I‑295, or low, warm light over the Potomac and Chesapeake Bay.

I frame shots to anchor viewers with familiar landmarks (like Reagan National, the Potomac River, or Baltimore) so the images feel both scenic and relatable.

I prioritize natural, real-world perspectives over heavily processed, drone-style views, so my images feel like what you might see looking out the window, just composed more intentionally.