Fine art aerial photography

The Art of Altitude

Fine art aerial prints and workshops, by helicopter, light aircraft and drone.

Salt lake, Western Australia
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A view from Scott's chopper
Clear shot from scotts's camera
Scott Jon on location with a helicopter on an aerial photography trip
Scott jon taking shot from his chopper

About Scott Jon

Scott Jon McCook is an internationally awarded aerial photographer based in Western Australia, specialising in fine art aerial photography of salt lakes, remote landscapes, and coastal regions across Australia and New Zealand. Using helicopters, drones, and fixed wing aircraft, Scott captures the land in ways that highlight its abstract beauty and visual impact.

With over a decade of experience, Scott’s work has been featured as a winner in numerous international landscape photography awards and is collected by private buyers and commercial clients around the world. His signature style transforms natural and industrial locations into compelling works of art.

Alongside his print collections, Scott offers a range of immersive experiences including aerial workshops over several days, custom tours tailored to unique locations, and engaging seminars held across Australia. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to push your craft further, Scott’s hands on approach and deep knowledge of aerial photography provide a valuable and inspiring experience.

Explore the world from above with one of Australia’s leading aerial photographers.

Workshops that get you in the air

Guidance when you want it, freedom when you don’t
Kind words

What guests and collectors say

★★★★★ 5.0 from 18 Google reviews
★★★★★

I recently attended a lap of Sth island New Zealand photography workshop with Scott McCook. It was the most memorable photography tour I have attended and this was my 4th overseas. It was meticulously planned and when changes had to be made it didnt make a difference to the workshop. The locations and helicoptor were amazing. I commend Scott and Paul on your kindness and friendship. I will be attending more of your workshops.

Margaret PollardSouth Island New Zealand workshop
★★★★★

I participated in Scott’s South Island photography workshop in May 2026, and it was an absolutely outstanding experience. Scott possesses an incredible depth of knowledge across aerial, drone, and ground-based photography. Because the group size is kept small, everyone receives plenty of personalised attention in a highly supportive, non-competitive environment. Beyond his technical expertise, Scott is an all-around fantastic guy who ensures everyone feels welcome. I can’t recommend his workshops highly enough—book a spot and you'll be in expert hands!

Michael SchweigerSouth Island New Zealand workshop
★★★★★

I just completed Scott's Wheatbelt Salt Lakes workshop. Scott takes you to incredible locations where you get to capture great images, with so much energy and passion. Scott is willing to help and generously shares his knowledge and skills. Scott, your workshop is fabulous; you are an incredible artist with a desire to help your participants in their photography. You provided me with the best experiences for my drone photography. I would highly recommend Scott's workshops to anyone wanting to capture amazing aerial scenery.

Ron JacksonWheatbelt Salt Lakes workshop
★★★★★

I lead photography workshops for a living, so I don’t give glowing reviews lightly. When I say Scott McCook delivered one of the best workshop experiences I’ve had, that means something. My buddy and I spent 9 days with Scott shooting aerial photography across Australia, and he absolutely delivered. The man knows his locations cold: the right spots, the right light, the right windows. That’s the whole game in aerial work, and he had it dialed. Beyond the craft, Scott is genuinely fun to spend time with. Nine days in the field with someone is a real test of character, and he passed easily. Professional, funny, and completely focused on making sure you walk away with images you’re proud of. One moment stood out above the rest: on my way to Australia, I damaged a lens. Before I even had time to stress about it, Scott had sourced and bought me a replacement. That’s not something you do for a client. That’s something you do when you actually care about the experience someone has on your trip. If aerial photography is on your radar, stop deliberating. Book Scott McCook. You won’t regret it.

Matt PayneNine day private tour, Western Australia
★★★★★

I can’t recommend Scott McCook’s aerial photography workshop in Western Australia enough! Especially his Shark Bay workshop. He is exceptionally knowledgeable, dependable, and passionate about his craft. Scott’s humor and friendly attitude made the experience both fun and inspiring. He is truly the very best at what he does, and his expertise shines through in his teaching. Whether exploring the breathtaking Shark Bay, the iconic Hutt Lagoon, or the industrial tailings, Scott’s guidance made capturing stunning aerial images an unforgettable experience. If you're looking to elevate your photography from a new perspective, Scott is the ultimate workshop provider.

Kane EngelbertShark Bay workshop
★★★★★

Scott is an incredible teacher, artist and human. He went out of his way to make sure we visited incredible locations. I was lucky enough to have a 1:1 adventure with him. Intensely long days, lots of driving and insane locations. Scott is so dedicated to his mission to create a safe, inclusive learning environment, with positivity and energy. We had a blast! From being escorted out of the sky by eagles to jumping up and down with excitement at the latest location. 4 days flew bye. Best experience with a brilliant person.

Honey WalkerPrivate four day tour, Western Australia
★★★★★

Had the most incredible time exploring Western Australia with Scott. No one knows this area better than he does. Highly recommend touring with him.

Mital PatelWestern Australia workshop
★★★★★

I recently attended Scott’s Aerial Art photography class in Sydney and enjoyed the experience immensely. As an avid aerial photographer, I’m always interested in how other professionals plan their shoots and approach their post-production workflows. Scott provided valuable insights on both fronts. Even as an advanced Photoshop user, I found his guidance—particularly his approach to colour separation—exceptionally useful and immediately applicable to my own work. I highly recommend Scott’s class to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of planning, shooting, and editing aerial photography. It’s an excellent learning experience for photographers looking to advance their skills in aerial photographic art.

Nilmini De SilvaAerial art class, Sydney
★★★★★

Scott's aerial images are breathtaking. His photographic artistry captures the personality of the landscape whether it's the colours, textures or shapes that are on display. Certainly a unique skill.

Simon WrigleyFine art prints
★★★★★

I love colour and abstract photography, which is what drew me to Scott's IG page. I purchased two prints. He shipped the prints quickly to my home on the East Coast of the US and he followed through all the way to its delivery. I can't recommend highly enough the professionalism and great customer service. The quality of the prints, the choice of the paper it was printed on, and the harmony of colours is perfection. The prints looked exactly as shown on his website.

LindaPrint collector, United States
★★★★★

I just completed Scott's wheat belt tour. It was amazing despite threatening rain at the start. Scott was flexible and changing plans to accommodate the weather. Scott's focus was solely on the participants to ensure that they got the best photos possible. He was generous with advice on techniques, composition and post production. Most of all Scott was friendly and encouraging, and I would defiantly recommend his tours.

Kay CypherWheatbelt workshop
★★★★★

I had the best time at Scott's workshop. I was pretty new to the drone and left feeling a lot more confident in it. He took us to some really cool places, I feel like I got to see a lot of Australia most people usually don't get to. He was very knowledgeable and helpful with everything. I hope to join him again in 2027!

Mara WickerAerial workshop, Western Australia

Behind the scenes

On the road

The planes, the early starts, the red dirt and the people. A look at what a few days with us is really like.

Heli day, New Zealand, May 2026
The workshop group together for a selfie beside the ute
The crew, Kimberley, August 2026
The group waving from a jet boat on a South Island river
Jet boat day, New Zealand, May 2026
Sunset on the mudflats, Kimberley, August 2026
A photographer flying a drone in warm golden hour light
Golden hour flying, Kimberley, August 2026
Shooting the glacier icefall from the open door of a helicopter
Heli over the glaciers, New Zealand, May 2026
Red pindan water meeting turquoise sea and mangroves on the Kimberley coast
Pindan coast, Kimberley, August 2026
Sand patterns from the air, Kimberley, August 2026
Two workshop guests on the Hooker Valley swing bridge at sunrise
Hooker Valley, New Zealand, May 2026
A guest flying a drone with a little guidance on a Kimberley track
Drone coaching, Kimberley, August 2026
Up the river by jet boat, New Zealand, May 2026
A lone boab tree on a dry plain at dusk
Boab country, Kimberley, August 2026
A guest shooting Fox Glacier with a long lens from the valley floor
Fox Glacier, New Zealand, May 2026
Loading the R44, Kimberley, August 2026
A photographer in the back of a blue R44 helicopter, ready for take-off
Ready for take-off, Kimberley, August 2026
A guest crouched on a mossy rock shooting reflections in a rainforest lake
West Coast reflections, New Zealand, May 2026
Two photographers silhouetted at sunset beside a drone landing pad
Sunset launch, Kimberley, August 2026
On the pindan road, Kimberley, August 2026
Camera on a tripod at Lake Matheson before sunrise
Lake Matheson, New Zealand, May 2026
A drone controller screen showing islands and turquoise water from 400 metres up
The view from the drone, Kimberley, August 2026
In the heli, New Zealand, May 2026
A sweep of red pindan cliffs, mangroves and clear water
Pindan cliffs, Kimberley, August 2026
A workshop guest lining up a shot by a West Coast lake with a little help
West Coast lakes, New Zealand, May 2026
An old workboat, the Atalanta V, resting under the trees beside a red dirt road
Atalanta V, Kimberley, August 2026
R44 fly-by, Kimberley, August 2026
A guest giving two thumbs up on a South Island river beach
River stop, New Zealand, May 2026
A road train tanker refuelling under tall palms
Fuel stop, Kimberley, August 2026
Two guests in life jackets on a river beach below the mountains
River stop, New Zealand, May 2026
A guest jokingly biting a river stone while hunting for pounamu
Pounamu hunting, New Zealand, May 2026
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