Above and Across Atlanta

Above and Across Atlanta captures the stunning beauty of Atlanta as seen from the sky.

Showcasing the city’s diverse architecture, bustling streets, notable landmarks, and natural scenery, the images capture Atlanta’s vibrant character and historical significance. Photographer Luis Gaud shares his unique perspective to create a contemporary portrayal of the city, captured in all four seasons.

Through a series of breathtaking images, readers are invited to explore the city’s iconic landmarks, including Centennial Olympic Park, the Fox Theatre, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, and the Georgia State Capitol, as well as lesser-known corners of the city that are equally captivating.

Above and Across Atlanta features stunning aerial shots that offer a bird’s-eye view of the city, capturing its vast expanse and urban landscape in an entirely new light. With its striking visuals and thoughtful commentary, this photography book is a must-have for anyone who loves Atlanta or wants to experience its beauty from a new perspective.

Luis Gaud is an Atlanta-based drone photographer who originally found his passion for photography by capturing moments at concerts as a fan. Luis moved from Miami, Florida, to Atlanta, Georgia, in 2011 and quickly made it his home. When the 2020 pandemic occurred, social distancing made Luis change his style of photography to drone aerial photography and from there he began capturing the city of Atlanta skyline from above. Luis’s love of photography developed into capturing unique and original photos of Atlanta which has developed from a small hobby to an almost full-time career. Luis’s work has been used by the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta tourism boards and his photographs have been used by local media and social media accounts for the city.

Sam Landers is the Publisher and Editor at Trope Publishing Co. and has edited Chicago, London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Paris, all titles in Trope’s City Edition series. Prior to launching Trope, Sam spent over two decades working in digital marketing. An avid photographer, Sam enjoys traveling, always taking his camera and notebook.