2026 WallMag Awards
Capturing the World From Above
Opens on Aug 7, 2026
🎉 The first 25 entries are FREE — enter the WallMag Drone Photography Awards 2026 before free entry closes at 25 submissions.
The WallMag Drone Photography Awards 2026 celebrate the most striking aerial and drone imagery — the photographers who see the world from a perspective few ever reach. From sweeping coastlines and misty mountains to the geometry of cities seen from above, this award honours vision, technical mastery, and the story in every frame. The Top 100 finalists are chosen by the WallMag creator community's votes alone; the jury then reviews only those 100 finalists, joining the community to crown the Top 3. Winners and finalists step into the spotlight, editorial features, and a lasting mark of distinction in drone photography.
Timeline
Submissions Open
Entries open for the WallMag Drone Photography Awards 2026.
Submissions Close
The final call for aerial entries; the submission window closes.
Top 100 Finalists Announced
The Top 100 finalists are shortlisted by the WallMag creator community's votes.
Top 3 Winners Announced
The Drone Photographer of the Year and the two runners-up are revealed.
Prize & Certificate Distribution
Winners and finalists receive their prizes and certificates.
What to Upload
Share up to 5 of your strongest original drone or aerial photographs — single frames or a cohesive series. We're excited to see bold compositions, unexpected vantage points, and images where the aerial perspective transforms the subject.
Every image must be captured and fully owned by you. You may be asked to prove ownership — keep your RAW files, EXIF/flight data, or original project files ready.
Any plagiarism, copied work, stock imagery, or AI-generated content results in immediate disqualification.
Q: Who can enter the WallMag Drone Photography Awards 2026?
A: The awards are open to any drone or aerial photographer, whether hobbyist or professional.
Q: How are the finalists and winners decided?
A: In two stages. The Top 100 finalists are decided by the WallMag creator community's votes alone. The jury then reviews only those 100 finalists, and the Top 3 winners are decided by a combined score — 80% jury and 20% community votes.
Q: How many photographs can I submit, and must they be original?
A: You may submit up to 5 projects, each captured and fully owned by you. You must be able to prove ownership — you may be asked for RAW files, EXIF/flight data, or original project files. Plagiarism, stock, or AI-generated content leads to immediate disqualification.
Q: What do winners and finalists receive?
A: Partner-brand coupons, features in WallMag Creator Magazine, recognition certificates, brand-collaboration opportunities, and a showcase across WallMag's social handles.
Q: How and when do I get my certificate?
A: Certificates become available after the winners are announced on 17 September 2026 and are generated on demand from your My Submissions tab. Creators outside India receive a digital certificate only; the printed, framed certificate is available to creators within India.
Q: Is AI-generated or stock imagery allowed?
A: No. Only authentic aerial photographs from your own drone flights qualify. AI-generated or stock content results in immediate disqualification.