The Great Midwest Summer Photo Contest

Summer in the Midwest is bold, nostalgic, and full of character – let’s capture it!

From fairgrounds to farm fields, bonfires to boat days, the Midwest knows how to do summer right. This season, we’re inviting you to show us what summer looks like where you are in the Midwest – think chasing golden hour light, exploring small-town streets, road tripping across state lines, or soaking up the lake life. Whether your shots are vibrant and loud or quiet and sun-soaked, we want to see the Midwest in its summer glory through your lens.

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Congratulations to our winners below, and thank you to everyone who participated in the contest!

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FIRST PLACE: Justin Schlee

“Watching Clouds”

$150 NCE gift card + Photofinishing Prize Pack
(8×10 metal print voucher, 50 free 4×6 prints)

SECOND PLACE: Sarah Kurth

“Untitled”

$100 NCE gift card + Photofinishing Prize Pack
(8×10 metal print voucher, 50 free 4×6 prints)

THIRD PLACE: Crystal Arellano

“Minneapolis Aquatennial Grand Finale”

$50 NCE gift card + Photofinishing Prize Pack
(8×10 metal print voucher, 50 free 4×6 prints)

THIRD PLACE: Walt Huss

“Feed Me Pileated Woodpeckers”

$50 NCE gift card + Photofinishing Prize Pack
(8×10 metal print voucher, 50 free 4×6 prints)

 Check out some of our Honorable Mentions from this contest in our Facebook album!