SkyPixel, DJI call for entries for SkyPixel 6th anniversary aerial photo and video contest

DJI and SkyPixel announced details to its yearly SkyPixel Aerial Photo & Video Contest. Running from Dec. 18, 2020 to Feb. 18, 2021, this year’s contest introduces five new categories including Vlog, FPV, Showreel, Hometown, and Environment. Award will be announced March 18, 2021.

This SkyPixel 6th Anniversary Aerial Photo & Video Contest consists of 11 categories in two formats, one in photography and the other using video. There is no restriction on the type or brand of shooting equipment, and participants can submit as many photos or videos as they wish. This year’s judging panel is composed of award-winning filmmakers, photographers and videographers, including Nathan McBride, Toby Strong, Chris Schmid and Roie Galitz.

SkyPixel and DJI will give away more than 55 awards with prizes valued at approximately USD $83,000. The grand prize winners in the photo and video category will each receive a cash prize of USD $7,500, and prizes in other award categories include the Mavic 2, Mavic Air 2, RS 2, Pocket 2 and other cool DJI products.

In addition, SkyPixel users will be rewarded points for every entry they submit while first time SkyPixel contest participants will receive a 20% off discount code to purchase DJI accessories upon successful submission of their first entry.

Details of the SkyPixel 6th Anniversary Aerial Photo & Video Contest

The video contest consists of six categories:

• Vlog: Create a video of yourself capturing special moments in your daily life
• FPV: Capture an immersive experience and feeling of freedom that brings people closer to the action and excitement
• Sport: Capture moments in movement, and the power and energy of humans engaged in sports
• Travel: Share a story about humanity, culture, or an unforgettable adventure (people must be included in the video)
• Hometown: Create a video to share a story and what’s special about your hometown
• Showreel: Shoot a short video showcasing all the memorable moments of your 2020

All videos must not exceed five minutes in length. The entry must contain at least 30 seconds of aerial footage, except for the Vlog category. Vlog category entries do not need to contain aerial shots, but the equipment must be marked.

The photo contest consists of five categories:

• Portrait: Capture a person’s expression, action or life’s passion in the vast beauty of their surroundings
• Nature: Capture a moment in time to reveal the true beauty of nature
• Architecture: Discover amazing structures from a new perspective
• Sport: Capture the energy and excitement of an athlete pursuing their dreams
• Environment:  Highlight an environmental issue you care about

All photos must be shot on a drone, and each image must be at least 3 MB with a resolution of at least 300 dpi.