Kite Aerial Photography demonstration in San Francisco this Sunday

Hi all.

One of the world's foremost KAP practicioners, Cris Benton (check out his awesome aerial photos at

will be demonstrating his gear and methods in San Francisco this Sunday, May 23, 2004 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, at Crissy Field Center, Mason St. at Halleck in Presidio National Park This is a beautiful, windy location on the SF Bay (as well as one of the most famous windsurfing beaches in the world). Please call

415-561-7752 to register and/or for info and directions.

Here is the blurb:

Kite Aerial Photography and Ecosystem Exploration

Want to take pictures from the air, but can't afford the helicopter ride? Let world-renowned kite aerial photographer, Cris Benton of CNN, Bay Area Backroads, and Exploratorium fame show how it can be done with just a camera and a kite. Learn the history and techniques of kite photography, then help Cris fly his camera high above the park to capture environmental perspectives as only low-impact kite photography can. Take home a CD of your aerial photos. Sunday; May 23; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages: Adults & families with children age 8 and up Fee: $12 per adult/$8 per child*

*pre-registration required. Call 415-561-7752 to preregister.