Rules

Photos must be taken in Michigan

Photographer must be the creator; no AI enhancement beyond normal editing

One submission per category per photographer

EXIF data required in the image file (date, time, camera, settings)

Photographs must have the following in submission: location, title, description

Deep Space Objects must be identified by name

Aurora form types should be identified if applicable

Images must be taken in 2026 or 2027; photographer holds sole rights

Organizers may use images for marketing and displays; photographer retains ownership, Organizers will not sell individual copies of images.

Minimum 80 entries required for full payout of award money in each category

No refunds

Photographer's mini bio required

Organizer's decisions in all matters are final and not subject for review

Submission window: 9/11/26–2/28/27

Winners announced 4/30/27

Fees: $20 per photo