CBE Design

03/07/2026

After some work capturing construction progress photos for a client. It was time for a little blue hour FPV

03/07/2026

After grabbing some project progress photos, it was time for a quick FPV pack.

02/16/2026

The Olympics Showcased FPV Drones. Here’s How Inland Empire Businesses Can Use Them

If you watched the 2026 Winter Olympics, you probably saw footage that felt different—cameras diving through ski courses, weaving between athletes, flying through venues in ways traditional drones can't match. That's FPV (First-Person View) drone cinematography, and it's not just for international sporting events. What Makes FPV Different Unlike standard aerial drones that hover and capture bird's-eye views, FPV drones fly fast, tight, and dynamic....

The 2026 Olympics showcased FPV drones. Here’s how Inland Empire businesses can use them for marketing and social media content.

08/16/2025

Saturday morning ITSY EVO build with TUNERC AIO flight controller and DJI O4 pro. I’m loving these tiny but super capable drones.

06/26/2024

As the work to ban DJI drones in the United States moves from the House to the Senate, the U.S. market is in danger of losing it's one real consumer drone option. In the video I explore how we got here, and who some of the players are that left the market and abandoned consumers. As maybe a bit of foreshadowing, I wrote…...

As the work to ban DJI drones in the United States moves from the House to the Senate, the U.S. market is in danger of losing it’s one real consumer drone option. In the video I explore how we got here, and who some of the players are that left the market and abandoned consumers. As maybe a bit of...

06/24/2024

In the inaugural entry of our weekly series, we delve into the transformative world of drone photography. Beyond its artistic allure, drone photography is a powerful tool for businesses of all sizes. Join me as we explore how this innovative perspective can elevate your business imagery and marketing. What Makes Drone Photography Unique for Businesses? Drone photography transcends traditional photography limits, offering a bird's-eye view that reveals unseen angles and perspectives....

02/24/2024

Saturday.

02/19/2024

The California deserts are getting super green with the rains we’ve had lately. New footage coming soon.

11/13/2023

In the ever-evolving world of real estate, staying ahead of the competition is crucial. One powerful tool that has emerged in recent years is aerial photography. By leveraging the capabilities of drones and other aerial technologies, real estate professionals can capture stunning images and videos that not only showcase properties in their best light but also provide a unique perspective. In this blog post, we'll explore the advantages of aerial photography for both residential and commercial real estate....

Aerial footage can be used to showcase a property in a way that traditional photography cannot. From the air, potential buyers can see the property's entire layout, its surroundings, and its proximity to nearby amenities.

11/10/2023

In the dynamic landscape of the construction industry, staying ahead requires innovation and efficiency. At the forefront of this technological revolution are drones, and if you're not leveraging their potential, you might be missing out on a game-changing opportunity. Here are the top 5 reasons why your construction company should partner with CBE Design for professional drone operations:...

We list the top 5 reasons why construction companies should use drones to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

09/03/2023

Some GoPro food for thought as the Hero 12 is about to release.

Thinking about the release of the GoPro Hero 12, we believe there's a significant opportunity for GoPro to expand its product offerings beyond action cameras and become the North American alternative to DJI.