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Drone Awards 2025

Close on June 15, 2025
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Drone Awards 2025
Territory: Worldwide
Theme: Several categories
Eligibility: Open to all
Entry Fees: Free
Prize: Equipment
The Drone Photo Awards stands as a premier competition for professional, amateur, and student drone photographers globally. Our international judging panel, comprised of distinguished photographers, editors, and industry experts, evaluates submissions with an eye for innovation and creativity.

Winners in the primary categories receive an exclusive invitation to the AWARDS CEREMONY and GALA, competing for the coveted title of "Photographer of the Year." The overall winner, along with category champions, is honored with the prestigious PANGEA PRIZE crystal statuette.

The awards ceremony unfolds in a spectacular setting in Siena (Italy) at the Teatro dei Rinnovati theatre on the last Saturday of September, revealing the "Photographer of the Year" and showcasing the captivating award-winning drone imagery.

A captivating exhibition, named "Above Us Only Sky," featuring the Winning and Honorable Mention images, is hosted at the stunning San Galgano Abbey.

Prizes:
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR
€ 500,00 worth of photography equipment
"Pangea Prize" crystal statuette
2 overnight stays in Siena during the weekend of the Awards Ceremony
Special Guest at the Ceremony
Award-winning work showcased at the “Above Us Only Sky” Exhibition
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Publication in our online gallery

DRONE CATEGORY WINNER
"Pangea Prize" crystal statuette
Special Guest at the Ceremony
Award-winning work showcased at the “Above Us Only Sky” Exhibition
Advertising on international press and main online media
Publication in our online gallery

DRONE RUNNER UP
Parchment
Special Guest at the Ceremony
Award-winning work showcased at the “Above Us Only Sky” Exhibition
Advertising on international press and main online media
Publication in our online gallery

DRONE HIGHLY COMMENDED
Parchment
Special Guest at the Ceremony
Award-winning work showcased at the "Above Us Only Sky" Exhibition
Advertising on international press and main online media
Publication in our online gallery

DRONE COMMENDED
Parchment
Advertising on international press and main online media
Publication in our online gallery
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