The advantages of a bipod for vertical photography over other forms of photographic tower are discussed. The construction in wood of a bipod which will raise a camera to 10m above the ground is described in detail. The methods by which such a bipod may be used are outlined, and the various types of vertical and oblique photographs that may be obtained are described. The use of these for planning is explained. A table showing the ground coverage of a 35 mm wide-angle lens at various heights is included.