About Peter Massini and Big City Aerials

Since 2002, I've embarked on helicopter-based aerial photo missions for clients around the world. My unwavering passion for photography, aviation, and the spirit of adventure gave rise to my aerial photography brand, Big City Aerials. Through it, I offer clients breathtaking aerial photography and videography experiences that leave a lasting impact.

My journey into aerial photography began after a few years of terrestrial photography, specializing in advertising location shoots. The journey began when an advertising agency reached out for aerial photographs of a recently established paper plant on Staten Island, captured from their clients company helicopter. I approached the pilot with a request to remove the door so I could be securely harnessed while perched on the chopper's floor. To my delight, it worked out, and I soared into a new realm of photography.

I instantly fell in love with the unique perspective, the exhilaration of hanging out of the helicopter's door, and the challenge of capturing the perfect shots for assignments. From that moment on, I focused exclusively on aerial photography in and around New York City, while clients from Boston, Philadelphia, and across the nation sought my services.

In 2014, I officially launched Big City Aerials, dedicating myself solely to aerial photography. Over time, I gained a reputation for orchestrating intricate photo missions for clients worldwide. My journey involved deepening my understanding of aviation and collaborating closely with exceptional pilots. Through these experiences, I've captured everything imaginable, and sometimes even the unimaginable, always fueled by a sense of adventure and a fervent commitment to producing high-impact aerial photography.

Today, I've accumulated over 3,800 hours of aerial photography, serving both clients and my own creative endeavors, producing fine art representations of dynamic cityscapes and abstract aerial patterns. Join me on this continuing adventure, and witness the magic unfold through large-scale prints suitable for your home or business.