The Guardian Bird's Eye! A portrait of aerial photographer Petra Leary

Life’s about how you see it. Petra Leary sees the world from above, seeking startling heights to create stunning art, all while trying to make sense of the complex and challenging world around her. Having pushed back against traditional education and now an ADHD NZ ambassador, Petra sets out with her skateboard, drone and dog Kodak to defy the odds and create her own artistic legacy