Drone Pilot / 3D specialist

I’m the force behind McKnz Drones, a premier 3D mapping business born from a lifetime of grit, creativity, and technical mastery. Growing up, I was hooked on photography—capturing the world through lenses for over 40 years—and tearing apart remote control vehicles to push their limits, laying the foundation for my drone expertise. I honed my craft at the International Fine Art College in 3D animation and the Art Center College of Design in transportation design, soaking up every course to master visual storytelling and precision engineering, even if I didn’t walk away with diplomas. I graduated as a Motorcycle Technician and Ducati Specialist from the American Motorcycle Institute, then founded Rever Corsa, a Ducati race bike specialty shop, where I built high-performance machines for the track. This relentless pursuit of excellence carried me to real estate, where I worked as a Development Specialist with Don MacNamara at Long Cove, orchestrating luxury waterfront builds and crafting world-class grounds and amenities. Now, as a FAA Part 107-certified drone pilot, I blend my 3D modeling skills and passion for precision into McKnz Drones, delivering sub-centimeter-accurate maps that redefine industries from coast to coast.

My diverse path fuels McKnz Drones’ ability to tackle 15 mapping categories - Bike & Hike Trails, Skate Parks, Golf Courses, Race Tracks, Amusement Parks, and more - with unmatched expertise. My photography background ensures stunning visuals for Resorts and Real Estate, capturing layouts that drive sales. My 3D animation training from IFAC powers precise modeling for Construction / Development and Quarries, optimizing earthworks and stockpiles. My Art Center design skills shape dynamic maps for Race Tracks and Amusement Parks, reflecting the precision I brought to Rever Corsa’s race bikes. My real estate experience at Long Cove translates to tailored solutions for Ranch & Land and Wildlife Management, enhancing land use and conservation. My early love for remote control vehicles evolved into drone mastery, enabling agile mapping for Ski Slopes, Water Parks, and Event Spaces. Based in Austin/Hill Country, I’m ready to travel anywhere, camping in my 5x10 trailer with my dog, Manxy, to deliver cost-saving maps (50–75% less than ground surveys, $1,000–$5,000 vs. $5,000–$15,000) that boost efficiency and revenue. With McKnz Drones, you get a partner whose skills—forged through decades of art, engineering, and hustle—turn your vision into reality.