A New View: Welcome to SimonBurchett.com
Welcome!
I’ve spent the last 25+ years photographing Kent from above, one flight at a time.
Long before drones filled the skies, I was leaning out of fixed-wing aircraft with medium format film cameras, capturing the changing landscape of Ashford, the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, and beyond. My archive spans everything from infrastructure projects to farmlands, coastal developments to commercial construction. If it’s happened in Kent in the last two decades, there’s a good chance I’ve photographed it.
This new site is the home for that work. A place to share both the commercial side of what I do and the historical archive that’s built up over the years. Here’s what you can expect as this site grows:
What You'll Find Here
- Aerial Photography – Captured from fixed-wing aircraft using full-frame equipment, not drones. These are high-resolution, detailed images, ideal for developers, planners, local authorities, and collectors.
- Historical Archives – Images going back to 1999, including rare views of Kent’s towns, construction phases, and landscapes that no longer exist as they were.
- Elevated Photography – Not every job needs a plane. I also use a ground-based mast system for elevated shots when flying isn’t possible or practical.
- Commercial Work – I take on commissioned shoots across the southeast and beyond, with a particular focus on development sites, PR projects, and infrastructure.
- Prints for Sale – Select archival and artistic prints will be available soon. If you see something you like, get in touch.
Work With Me
Whether you're a developer needing current aerial images, a council looking to document growth, or someone curious to see how your town has changed, drop me a line. I’m always open to collaborations and commissions.
You can reach me via the contact form - details are on the contact page.
Thanks for stopping by, and keep an eye on the blog. I’ll be sharing some of my favourite aerial stories, then-and-now comparisons, and maybe the occasional rant about flying with one leg out the window to get the shot.