💡 Talk about a Mardi Gras Glow-Up! 💡
 
Downtown Syracuse just got a taste of the Big Easy! The National Grid Building (formerly Niagara Mohawk) lit up the skyline in bold purples, greens, and golds, channeling full-on Mardi Gras energy. 🎭✨
 
With its dynamic LED system, this Art Deco beauty keeps finding new ways to shine—whether it’s celebrating Syracuse or bringing a little NOLA magic to CNY. Now, all we need is a parade and some beignets!
 
Laissez les bons temps rouler! 🎉 (let the good times roll!)
 
#SyracuseNY #NationalGridBuilding #DowntownSyracuse #MardiGrasVibes #SkylineGlow #ArtDeco #CNYLights #Syracuse #UpstateNY #DroneVideo #ArchitecturalLighting #NiMo

Look—I LOVE this city. I grew up here. Went to school here. Built a life here. I’m raising my family here. And not only that, I’ve decided to grow my business here, too. Syracuse is home, and no matter where I go, I’ll always be proud to be from here. The seasons, the food, the sports, the people—there’s nothing quite like it.

But let’s be real…If you’ve spent enough time in this city, you’ve SEEN some things.
- The random guy directing traffic on South Salina like he’s getting paid.
- A car with four flats and no doors somehow still parked in the same spot for months.
- The legendary “fireworks or shots?” debate that flares up every summer.
- A full-blown argument happening on the street at 2 AM… and you kind of want to know what it’s about.
- The dude pushing a shopping cart full of who knows what across town like he’s on a mission.
- Random knocking at your door in the middle of the night that you just know you shouldn’t answer.
- The guy casually walking down the street with a full desktop computer (monitor and all).
- Someone screaming in the distance, and you just think, Yeah, that checks out.
- Somebody casually carrying around a Fay’s Drugs bag like it’s still 1996.

Syracuse is a special place. Most days, it’s amazing. Some days, it keeps you on your toes. But through it all, there’s nowhere else I’d rather call home. #SYRACUSE #syracuseny #centralnewyork #upstate #upstateny #upstatenewyork #cityliving

Guess the @wegmans location👇 You OK, Wegmans? 🤨😂 Strolling through Wegmans, grabbing some essentials, vibing to the usual elevator jazz… and then—
🎶 “I got h in different area codes– LUDACRIS 🤯
👀 EXCUSE ME, WEGMANS?? Since when did grocery shopping come with a 2000s rap throwback soundtrack?! Who’s in charge of this playlist, and how do we thank them? 😂Have YOU noticed Wegmans testing out new music lately? What’s the wildest song you’ve heard while picking out your produce? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️
#YouOKWegmans #WegmansWildin #AreaCodesAtAisle4 #SyracuseEats #FoodieVibes #LudacrisApproved

One more week… just one more week until the sun sets at 7 PM again. It’s that time of year when winter’s grip finally starts to loosen, and the days stretch just a little longer, carrying with them the golden hues of an Upstate sunset.

There’s something special about stepping outside after dinner and still feeling the warmth of the fading sun on your skin. About taking that extra walk, sitting on the porch just a little longer, feeling like there’s still time—time to soak in the world before night fully takes over.

We’ve almost made it. The long nights are slipping away, and soon, we’ll be chasing sunsets deep into the evening once again. Cheers to more light, more life, and more moments under that endless sky. ☀️🌅 #AlmostSpring #LongerDaysAhead #GoldenHourMagic #daylightsaving #syracuse #upstateny #upstatenewyork #syracuseny #dronevideo

Two months straight. Posting every single day.

Some days, I’m full of ideas and firing on all cylinders. Other days… I feel like Forrest Gump—“I’m tired, I think I’ll go home now.”

Except I won’t.

Because this thing has gone from a hobby to a hustle to a full-blown business—and it’s only getting bigger.

Here’s what I’ve learned: most of your followers don’t even see your content. I used to think if I posted something great, it would just reach the right people. Nope. But posting consistently? That’s when things start to snowball.

In the last 30 days, my content has reached 6 MILLION ACCOUNTS. The more I post, the more I learn—what works, what flops, and how to actually get in front of the right audience.

Momentum is real. And this isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

And if you’re a brand looking to level up—hit us up. Let’s make something happen.🚀🔥

#FromHobbyToBusiness #KeepItRolling #6MillionAndCounting #socialmedia #socialmediamarketing #contentcreator #contentstrategymarketing #syracuse #syracuseny

No matter how far you go, there’s one sight that always tells you you’re home. That white roof rising over the skyline, standing tall against the Syracuse sky—it’s more than a landmark. It’s a feeling.

The Dome isn’t just where we cheer. It’s a symbol of home, of memories, of everything we love about this city. And when you see it on the horizon, you know you’ve made it back.

#Syracuse #TheDome #HomeSweetHome #CuseIsHome #syracuseu #syracuseuniversity #dronevideo

Green Lakes State Park: One of the Rarest Lakes in the WORLD, Just 10 Miles from Syracuse!

If you think Green Lakes State Park is just another pretty spot in Upstate NY, think again. This place is on a whole different level—literally one of the rarest lakes in the entire world. Here’s why:

🔹 It’s a Meromictic Lake – Most lakes fully mix top to bottom at least once a year, but Green Lake and Round Lake never fully mix. Their deep waters remain untouched for thousands of years.

🔹 Crystal Clear, Caribbean-Like Water – Because the lower layers never mix, sediment stays undisturbed, creating that unreal, almost glowing green-blue color.

🔹 No Oxygen in the Deepest Layers – Below about 60 feet, there’s zero oxygen, meaning almost nothing can survive down there. It’s like a time capsule of ancient water.

🔹 Ancient Sediment and Microbial Life – The untouched depths have allowed rare bacteria and microbial formations to thrive, similar to what scientists find in deep-sea vents or even other planets.

🔹 Glacial Origins – Formed over 10,000 years ago by retreating glaciers, these lakes sit in deep, almost perfectly round basins, shaped by Ice Age forces.

🔹 One of the Few in the WORLD – There are only a handful of meromictic lakes on Earth. Green Lake and Round Lake are *two of them, side by side.

If you’ve ever walked the trail and wondered why the water looks too perfect to be real—now you know. Green Lakes isn’t just beautiful, it’s a geological phenomenon.

📍 Who’s been? What’s your favorite part? Let’s hear it! 👇 #GreenLakes #SyracuseNY #ExploreCNY #iloveny #upstateny #upstate #syracuseny #dronevideos

📍Discovering SUNY Oswego – A Fresh Perspective from Above
 
Growing up in Central New York, I’ve explored just about every corner of the region with my drone—but somehow, I never really gave Oswego the look it deserves. That changed when @sunyoswego invited me to experience its campus (AND Oswego) across the seasons, beginning Fall 2024.
 
From the moment I arrived, I was blown away. The campus? Stunning (I had no idea they had so much waterfront!). The surrounding area? Even more breathtaking than I expected. Getting to see it all from above has been something special.
 
I’m beyond excited to share this first look—and there’s so much more to come. Huge thanks to SUNY Oswego for the partnership and for letting me capture this incredible place in a whole new way. Stay tuned for more from Aiden Media and @sunyoswego—this is just the beginning. 🎥✨ #SUNYOswego #OswegoFromAbove #AidenMedia #CentralNY #DroneVideo #Oswego

Them: “Why do you live in Syracuse?”
Me: “Let me show you why…”

🔥 A city on the rise – Downtown is buzzing, new businesses are thriving, and the entire region is transforming.

📍 Perfect location – Close to NYC, Boston, Toronto, the Finger Lakes, and the Adirondacks. Easy travel, endless adventures.

🌳 Four epic seasons – Summer on Skaneateles Lake, fall foliage that stops you in your tracks, winter sports, and spring festivals.

🏟️ Sports energy – The Dome. The Crunch. The Mets. The Bills Mafia. Enough said.

🍽️ Food & drinks – Dinosaur BBQ, Tipp Hill pubs, award-winning breweries, @syracusehalalgyro @tazzasyr and hidden gems everywhere.

💙 Community that cares – Big-city perks, small-town heart.

🚀 The future is here – Micron, the Inner Harbor, new developments—Syracuse is just getting started.

Why do I live here? Because Syracuse is ALIVE. And I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

What’s your favorite thing about Cuse? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️ #Syracuse #CuseIsRising #upstateny #centralnewyork #dronevideo

WHAT IF… Syracuse actually built the stadium downtown? 🤯🏟️✨
 
Picture this: A crisp fall night in the heart of downtown. Streets packed with fans draped in orange, energy buzzing through the air. Bars and restaurants overflowing, a sea of people marching toward the stadium, the hum of anticipation mixing with the city lights.
 
Game days wouldn’t just be events—they’d be moments. Downtown would be electric, businesses thriving, the skyline reflecting the glow of stadium lights. A true city experience, right in the center of it all.
 
But instead… we look up at the Dome in the distance, tucked away on the hill. Still iconic, still ours. But what if? Don’t get me wrong, NBT Bank Stadium is a GEM and the experience that GM Jason Smorol and team provides is top tier…but you can’t help but wonder what if…
 
What do you think—would it have changed everything? 👀👇 #WhatIf #SyracuseNostalgia #DowntownSyracuse #TheStadiumThatNeverWas #GameDayVibes #dronevideo

🚦 Only in Syracuse: The ONLY Upside-Down Traffic Light in the country is on Tipp Hill! 🍀
 
Syracuse is home to one of the most unique and rebellious landmarks in the country—an upside-down traffic light in the heart of its proudest Irish neighborhood. And there’s a wild story behind it…
 
Tipp Hill isn’t just any neighborhood. It’s the beating heart of Syracuse’s Irish heritage, where tradition runs deep, and St. Patrick’s Day is more than a holiday—it’s a way of life. Every March, the streets are packed with thousands of people celebrating, but this neighborhood is a draw all year long for those who love a good pub, great food, and deep-rooted history.
 
And that history? It includes a group of Irish boys who refused to let “British red” sit above “Irish green.” 😡 They kept smashing the red lens, again and again, until the city gave in and flipped the light. ✅
 
Now, this one-of-a-kind traffic light is a symbol of Irish pride, resilience, and the rebellious spirit that makes Tipp Hill one of the best places in Syracuse.
 
Would you have fought for green on top? 🍀 Drop a 🍀 in the comments if you love Tipp Hill!
 
#Syracuse #TippHill #IrishPride #UpsideDownTrafficLight #OnlyInSyracuse #StPatricksDay #CNY #UpstateNY #SyracuseHistory #SYR #dronevideo

Soaring above Syracuse, I witness a city on the move and on the rise. Every view captures the vibrant transformation and unstoppable progress unfolding below—from reimagined skylines to reinvented neighborhoods. Grateful to document this evolution from above and share the inspiring journey of a community reaching new heights.

#Syracuse #CityOnTheRise #UrbanTransformation #ProgressFromAbove #Cityscape #timelapse #syracuseny #upstatenewyork #dronephotography

🎥 Flying High Over the Loud House! 🚀🏟️
Remember that time Syracuse University and Syracuse Football let me zip around the JMA Wireless Dome’s roof, dive down, and take a lap inside? 🤯🎥 Seeing this iconic space from a whole new perspective was next level.
There’s nothing like changing the way people see a place they thought they knew. That’s what I love about my drone—it opens up a whole new world of angles, moments, and stories waiting to be told.
And now? With the new upgraded seats and spaces inside the Dome, I can’t wait to go back and capture it all! 🔥🏈 Stay tuned… this is just the beginning.
#DronePerspective #JMADome #SyracuseFootball #SU #FromAbove #GameDayViews #orangenation #cusenation #dronevideo #fpvdrone

We’ve all been there… stuck behind someone parked in the middle of the aisle, deeply analyzing a box of crackers like it holds the secrets of the universe. 🚶‍♂️🛒

Sometimes, you gotta take matters into your own hands. 💪😂

@wegmans traffic jams require creative solutions.🎥: The most efficient way to clear the aisle. Use responsibly.

#WegmansProblems #AisleBlockers #GroceryStoreGym #WegmansManeuvers #ShopAndMove #upstateny #syracuse #wegmans #everydayyougetourbest

$75K on a Syracuse basketball mural… and NO MELO?!🤨🏀

Syracuse spent $75,000 on a mural honoring the best basketball players in the city’s history. And yes, every single one of them is deserving. Legends. Icons. BUT… you mean to tell me there’s a mural celebrating what basketball means to this town and it doesn’t include the guy who put Syracuse on the map in the modern era?!

Carmelo Anthony. The man who delivered THE championship. The most recognizable player to ever wear orange. The 2003 NCAA Tournament’s Most Outstanding Player. His jersey hangs in the rafters. He’s a straight-up basketball deity in Syracuse… and he’s left off the mural?!

You couldn’t even slip his name in the background? A tiny ‘Melo’ in the corner? A secret hidden message like a ‘Where’s Waldo’ puzzle? Nope. Nothing. Fugazzi.

If you’re gonna honor what hoops means to this city, how do you not honor the guy who MADE it mean something on the national stage?🏆🍊

#Cuse #Melo #ThisAintIt #GOAT #RespectTheReal #OrangeLegend @carmeloanthony #syracuseu #orangenation #goorange #melo #cuse #cusebasketball

It’s an Upstate of mind 💯 #syracuse #syracuseny #upstateny #upstateofmind #myob #iykyk #dronevideo