Behind the Magic of Drone Light Shows: With Pixis Drones’ Pres. Bernard Ozarowski
Release Date: 11/30/2024
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Bernard’s journey into the drone world is as fascinating as the shows themselves. “I was a white-collar criminal defense lawyer for 13 years,” Bernard shared. “But when I saw an NBA logo made out of drones at Liberty State Park, I knew this was something that could bring joy and magic to people, including myself. Now, I get to do work that makes me feel like a kid again.”
Pixis Drones collaborates with major brands like Warner Bros., McDonald’s, and even the NFL to create jaw-dropping aerial displays. From shaping logos to telling entire stories in the sky, the process begins with detailed storyboarding and animation, which eventually transforms into precise drone flight paths. “Each drone is programmed with a path file that tells it where to go, what color to display, and when to return safely,” Bernard explained.
As for the technology itself? Bernard broke it down simply: “Think of each drone as a pixel in a moving image. Our software calculates how every drone needs to move and light up to create a seamless visual. It’s like choreographing a dance, but with hundreds of performers in the sky.”
The possibilities are endless, whether for halftime shows, weddings, or product launches. And while smaller shows start at $40,000, premium productions can climb into six figures. Despite the cost, the safety protocols are what truly impressed me. “Our drones are surrounded by geofences that act like an invisible safety net,” Bernard said, “and we’re always prepared with a second pilot monitoring every flight.”
It’s hard not to admire Bernard’s passion. His team is composed of people from wildly different backgrounds—lawyers, special forces, and marketing experts—all united by their love for pushing creative boundaries. “I even get cool dad points,” Bernard joked, recounting how he recently put Minecraft in the sky for his son.
Drone light shows aren’t just the future of entertainment—they’re a testament to the magic of technology and human creativity. Thank you, Bernard, for sharing this inspiring glimpse into Pixis Drones. I’m officially a new fan and can’t wait to catch their next dazzling display.
Learn about the behind the scenes magic of creating syncronized drone light shows in this fascinating podcast of my live conversation with Pixis Drones President Bernard Ozarowski on The Debbie Nigro Show.