Ralph Kristopher – Elite Aviation & Remote Photography Specialist

With over 30 years of professional experience, Ralph Kristopher has built a career capturing the unreachable, untamed, and utterly breathtaking. Specializing in air-to-air and remote location photography, he has worked extensively from helicopters and bush planes across Alaska’s most rugged and awe-inspiring landscapes. His portfolio is filled with iconic images that merge the art of photography with the thrill of aviation, a rare craft that requires both technical mastery and high-stakes coordination with expert pilots.

In 2018, Ralph’s jaw-dropping aerial photograph landed on the cover of Parachutist magazine (Issue #7007), a testament to his skill and daring approach. Now, after decades of elite work, he’s aiming to add another aviation magazine cover to his collection—because for Ralph, pushing creative and technical boundaries is second nature.

Arizona Aviators Legacy Photo Sessions is an extraordinary opportunity for pilots to be part of something truly special. This isn’t just a casual photoshoot—it’s an expertly coordinated chartered aerial photography mission, where Ralph will be working closely with a team of professional commercial pilots, flying in formation over Arizona’s most stunning and remote landscapes. The result? Timeless, iconic images that don’t just showcase the aircraft but honor the pilot’s legacy—the kind of aviation portrait worthy of a hangar wall and generations to come.

With a USPA Skydive License, Ralph knows what it takes to work in extreme airborne environments. While he won’t be bringing his parachute, he will be harnessed in with the doors off, shooting with state-of-the-art professional cameras, capturing visuals that most photographers wouldn’t even dare attempt.

Ralph is not just another photographer—he is one of the most qualified aviation photographers in the United States. His extensive experience navigating complex aerial shoots, directing pilots mid-flight, and executing flawless air-to-air compositions makes him a rare find in today’s photography world.

For those looking to take their passion for aviation to the next level, this is the ultimate experience—an unforgettable flight and a legacy captured forever.

Now booking February – May 2025. Secure your session today.