Drone Photo Awards 2027
The Drone Photo Awards, run under the Siena Awards umbrella, is the leading specialist award for aerial photography and video. The 2026 cycle closed on 15 June 2026; the winners were announced and honoured on 10 October 2026 at the Teatro dei Rinnovati in Siena, opening the Siena Awards Festival, with the winning images shown in the 'Above Us Only Sky' exhibition. The 2027 edition is expected to open in May, following last year's calendar; no 2027 dates were published by early November 2026. One image can be entered free, three images cost EUR 30. The rules strictly prohibit AI image generation software for creating or enhancing entries.
- Deadline
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- Entry fee
- One image free; three images EUR 30, each additional image EUR 10; series and videos EUR 35 each
Authenticity policy
AI policy
It is strictly prohibited to employ AI image generation software for the creation or enhancement of images submitted for consideration in the Award. This includes integrating AI-generated elements into images originally captured by a camera, as well as artificially extending images beyond their original boundaries using AI generative fill tools.
RAW files
Not specified
Editing rules
The Drone Photo Awards rules ban AI image generation software for creating or enhancing entries, including AI-generated elements added to camera images and generative-fill extensions; offenders are disqualified, barred from future editions and may face legal action. The rules say nothing about RAW files; finalists must be able to supply a high-resolution file of at least 8 MB (2400 x 3600 px at 300 dpi). Uploads are JPGs in sRGB or Adobe98, 8-bit, longest side up to 1920 px at 72 dpi, without watermarks or borders.
Verified on November 7, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- Does Drone Photo Awards 2027 allow AI-generated images?
- No. Drone Photo Awards 2027 does not permit AI-generated images in its competition entries.
- How much does it cost to enter Drone Photo Awards 2027?
- One image free; three images EUR 30, each additional image EUR 10; series and videos EUR 35 each
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