Calling Students, Educators, Schools, Education Providers…
Join us in making history by creating a landmark that will be
captured in the Indiana 2025-2027 Aerial Photography!
How to Get Involved:
1. Check the Map Above to See if Your County will be Flown in 2025: Flights begin February 14, 2025!
2. Plan Your Design
a. Brainstorm Ideas: Think of something that represents your community, school spirit, or fun theme.
b. Size and Scale: Your artwork must be large enough to be seen clearly in the aerial imagery. Use tools like
measuring tapes and grid paper to plan your design.
c. Resolution Awareness: Learn how pixel resolution affects visibility in aerial images.
3. Create Your Landmark
a. Surface Preparation: Choose a suitable outdoor surface such as grass, parking lots, or tennis courts.
b. Grid It Out: Transfer your design to the surface using grid techniques.
c. Use the Right Materials: Plan for materials like paint, brushes, and weather-resistant supplies.
d. Build and Construct: Use materials from home or school to bring your design to life.
e. Finish on Time: Check the flight schedule for your area and ensure your design is ready!
4. Capture the Moment: Your landmark will be photographed from a bird’s eye view and become part of an official
aerial image!
For more details about tracking flights and more visit https://imagery.gio.in.gov/pages/get-in-the-picture.
Educational Opportunities:
- Art Meets Technology: Learn about pixel resolution, scale and the science of aerial photography (or ortho-imagery). The higher the resolution, the more details your artwork can be captured in the imagery, showcasing the artwork to its fullest!
- Planning with Precision: Measure and scale with tools like grid paper to ensure your design fits the outdoor space.
- Color and Composition: Learn about color theory and how to make your design pop from above …a bird’s eye view. Consider how letters or small details will appear in the imagery.
Lesson Plans, Activities & Resources