dde0apb - things to think about while planning your photos
Photography in the air is particularly dangerous. There should be an experienced pilot with paramount attention to good lookout and flying the plane safely. And a second person should be the photographer who has to pay attention to getting the picture right.
Air Frame Photography, actually Damien Dyer, who is highly experienced in his J3 cub, does good work and has the right kit. For best pics you can take off the door with a J3 or Supercub. Otherwise, the idea of hiring a drone is a good one.
But you and your buddy, if beginners, could possibly come unstuck. I don't want to read about it in the Oxford Mail.