Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Family Vacation
2025-02-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Family Vacation
Contest ends February 10, 2025.

Pack your bags and load up the car, it’s time for a family trip. For June, show us how you like to get away and spend time with loved ones. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Women in Photography Opening Reception
2025-03-08 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Women in Visual Art (WIVA) presents Women in Photography 2025, a special photo exhibition celebrating Women’s History Month from March 1st – March 29th at the Lake Travis Library. This creative exhibit includes dramatic photos both by women photographers and portraits of women taken by local photographers. The exhibit was inspired by women’s history, health, beauty, motherhood and equality. We invite you to join us at the Opening Reception on International Women’s Day, March 8th from 1:30-3pm. Light refreshments will be served and it is open to the public.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Catch of the Day
2025-03-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Catch of the Day
Contest ends March 10, 2025.

Cast your nets wide, because we’re looking for a big haul. For July, show us what fin-tastic finds have made their way from hook to table. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: College Life
2025-04-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: College Life
Contest ends April 10, 2025.

Decorate your dorm and buy your books. For August, it’s back to school. Show us a glimpse of campus life and the memories made there. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Lakeway Photography Club Meeting
2025-04-29 17:30 - 18:30 | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Lakeway Photography Club (LPC) hosts quarterly meetings at the Lake Travis Community Library. The LPC is an informal group of photographers of all ages and experience who are interested in exploring photography as an art medium. We strive to help everyone improve their individual photographic styles, as well as to learn more about the art and science of both film and digital photography. Our meetings are free and open to the public.
We will discuss wildlife photography, the Pages to Pixels exhibit and review upcoming local photo festivals. Plus we will have a demo of the Topaz Labs photo software. For this meeting’s Spotlight, please submit your “Wildscapes” themed photos on our Facebook page before April 27th.

Call for Photography Opens: Pages to Pixels
2025-05-01 | Online Event
Call for Photography: Pages to Pixels
Embark on a literary journey through your camera lens! The Lakeway Photography Club presents “Pages to Pixels,” an exhibit showcasing photographs inspired by beloved authors and books. This unique exhibition will be held at the Lake Travis Community Library from August 1st to 30th, 2025.
A Photographic Exploration of Literary Worlds
“Pages to Pixels” invites photographers to translate the imaginative worlds of their favorite literary works into compelling visual compositions. Capture the essence of a character, symbolize a profound theme, or share your personal connection to a story – all interpretations are welcome.
Themes and Interpretations (Examples):

Portraits of Fictional Characters: Bring literary figures to life through evocative portraits.
Symbolic Representations: Use photography to convey the underlying themes and messages of your chosen books.
Personal Connections: Reflect on the impact of literature on your life through photographs that express your experiences and interpretations.

Submission Guidelines:
Lakeway Photography Club members are invited to submit their work online for consideration. Selected photographs will be displayed at the Lake Travis Community Library throughout August.

Call for Photography Opens: May 1st, 2025
Submission Deadline: June 10th, 2025 at 5pm
Enter your photos today!

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Off-Road Adventures
2025-05-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Off-Road Adventures
Contest ends May 10, 2025.

From monster trucks to ATVs, Texans love their toys. For September, kick up some dust and let the wind whip through your hair as you capture your outdoor adventures. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Heroes
2025-06-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Heroes
Contest ends June 10, 2025.

They come in all shapes and sizes, impacting our lives in ways big and small. For October, show us who steps up when it matters most. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Naturescapes 2025 Photography Contest
2025-06-23 | Online Event
Naturescapes Photography Contest is celebrating its 21st year! The unique beauty of the natural areas within San Marcos inspired the first Naturescapes Photography Contest. The contest includes photographs taken in greenspaces and natural areas throughout Hays, Blanco, Comal, Guadalupe, Caldwell, and Travis Counties. Contest sponsors are the Hill Country Photography Club and the Hays County Master Naturalist program.
Goals of the contest and exhibit include increasing public awareness of the importance of protecting our natural world and giving photographers at all levels of experience a chance to capture, share, and receive recognition for beautiful and inspiring images. Suggested subjects include natural scenery, wildlife, plants, and people and pets in the natural environment.
Accepting entries through June 23, 2025.

Prizes

$150 for Best in Show
$100 for Best Natural Waterscape, sponsored by the Hays County Master Naturalists. The photo must feature a natural water feature such as a creek, river, pond or lake.
$75 for Best Youth
$75 each for 4 Awards of Excellence
$25 each for 4 Awards of Merit
$100 for the Best San Marcos Natural Area, sponsored by the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance. The photo must be taken within one of San Marcos’ six natural areas: Purgatory Creek Natural Area, Spring Lake Natural Area, Ringtail Ridge Natural Area, Schulle Canyon Natural Area, Blanco Shoals Natural Area, and Sessom Creek Park. You can find out more about them, including their locations, at https://smgreenbelt.org/natural-areas/. To be eligible for this prize, a photo must first be selected for the Naturescapes exhibition.
$50 each for the Best Adult and the Best Youth Native Wildflower, sponsored by The Hill Country Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. To be eligible for this prize, a photo must first be selected for the Naturescapes exhibition.

The contest is open to resident and visiting photographers of all ages.
Naturescapes Exhibition
San Marcos Activity Center Walkers’ Gallery from August 30th – October 24st, 2025

Naturescapes Awards Reception
San Marcos Activity Center on Saturday, September 27th, 2024 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Lakeway Photography Club "Pages to Pixels" Opening Reception
2025-08-02 13:30 - 15:00 | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Get ready to embark on a literary journey through a camera lens! The Lakeway Photography Club is thrilled to announce their upcoming exhibit, “Pages to Pixels,” showcasing captivating photographs inspired by beloved authors and books. This unique exhibition will be held at the Lake Travis Community Library from August 1st to 30th, 2025. Enter your photos today!
Mark your calendars for the opening reception on August 2, 2025 from 1:30-3pm. This event will provide an opportunity to meet the photographers, admire their work, and engage in lively discussions about the power of literature and photography.
We look forward to seeing your creative interpretations of your favorite authors and books!

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Country Life
2025-08-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Country Life
Contest ends August 10, 2025.

Hauling hay, feeding chickens, harvesting crops; there’s a lot that goes into country living. For December, show us what country life looks like to you. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Lakeway Photography Club Meeting
2025-08-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Lakeway Photography Club (LPC) hosts quarterly meetings at the Lake Travis Community Library. The LPC is an informal group of photographers of all ages and experience who are interested in exploring photography as an art medium. We strive to help everyone improve their individual photographic styles, as well as to learn more about the art and science of both film and digital photography. Our meetings are free and open to the public.
We will host a special in-depth photographer roundtable discussion of the Pages to Pixels exhibit with the exhibiting photographers and review upcoming Lakeway Photo Festival.

National Photography Day
2025-08-19 | Online Event
National Photography Day celebrates the dedicated photographers who bring the world to our eyes through their lenses. Photography ignites our collective imagination, and it is the photographer who skillfully captures these moments and shares them with the world. The images and art we cherish owe their existence to the vision and dedication of these individuals. From portraiture and fashion to architecture and landscapes, the diverse world of photography offers endless perspectives for us to explore.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Snakes Alive!
2025-09-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Snakes Alive!
Contest ends September 10, 2025.

Scaly, sneaky and often stunning, snakes are plentiful in Texas. For January, we want to see what you found slithering around. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

2025 Lakeway Photo Festival Awards Reception
2025-09-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Mark your calendars! The much-anticipated Awards Reception for the 2025 Lakeway Photo Festival is happening Sunday, September 21st, at 4:00 PM at the Lakeway Activity Center.
Join the Lakeway Arts Committee as they celebrate the creativity and talent of all the photographers who participated in this year’s festival. They will be announcing the winning photos in each category, and it’s sure to be an exciting afternoon! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the artistic achievements of the Lakeway community, see the winning photos displayed on the big screen, and a chance to mingle with fellow photography enthusiasts while enjoying some light refreshments. See you there!

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: From the Oil Fields
2025-10-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: From the Oil Fields

Contest ends October 10, 2025

Dangerous, dirty work keeps many Texans busy. For February, show us what life is like in the oil patch. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Still Life
2025-11-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Still Life

Contest ends November 10, 2025

With the right light and attention, ordinary objects become captivating. For this contest, show us your best arrangements of common objects. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

2025 Lakeway Photo Festival Opening Reception
2025-11-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Lakeway City Hall Art Gallery, 1102 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Join us for the 2025 Lakeway Photo Festival Opening Reception at the Lakeway City Hall Art Gallery honoring the winning and honorable mention photographers. All are welcome in the Art Gallery for light refreshments from 5:30 – 7pm before the City Council meeting.
The winning 2025 Lakeway Photo Festival photographs will be on display in Lakeway City Hall Art Gallery until December 20th during regular business hours.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Gates
2025-12-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Gates

Contest ends December 10, 2025

They keep livestock in and trouble out, but gates also welcome friends and family with their charm. For this contest, showcase the entry to your little slice of heaven. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Caught Napping
2026-01-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Caught Napping

Contest ends January 10, 2026

From grandpas who are “just resting their eyes” to young’uns who play until they drop, there’s nothing like a good nap. For this contest, we’ll see who you caught snoozing. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Making a Splash
2026-02-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Making a Splash

Contest ends February 10, 2026

Fun in the water is our great summertime escape. For this contest, show us how you like to relax and beat the Texas heat. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Lakeway Photography Club Meeting
2026-02-23 17:30 - 18:30 | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Lakeway Photography Club (LPC) hosts quarterly meetings at the Lake Travis Community Library. The LPC is an informal group of photographers of all ages and experience who are interested in exploring photography as an art medium. We strive to help everyone improve their individual photographic styles, as well as to learn more about the art and science of both film and digital photography. Our meetings are free and open to the public.
Guest Speaker:

Bill Galloway – Retouching Vintage Photos

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Seasoned Snaps
2026-03-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Seasoned Snaps

Contest ends March 10, 2026

You’ve been making photos for decades. For this contest, show us what well-trained eyes see through your lenses. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Underwater Life
2026-04-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Underwater Life

Contest ends April 10, 2026

The numerous rivers, streams and shores of Texas are teeming with life. For August, it’s time to go exploring. Show us what you find in the waters near you. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Lakeway Photography Club Meeting
2026-04-27 17:30 - 18:30 | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Lakeway Photography Club (LPC) hosts quarterly meetings at the Lake Travis Community Library. The LPC is an informal group of photographers of all ages and experience who are interested in exploring photography as an art medium. We strive to help everyone improve their individual photographic styles, as well as to learn more about the art and science of both film and digital photography. Our meetings are free and open to the public.
Topic: Extreme Photography
Guest Speakers:

Madison Cottey – Antarctica Photographs
Jane Fidanza – Tips for Photographing Pets

Call for Photography Opens: Around the World Exhibition
2026-05-01 | Online Event
Every photograph taken during a journey is a story waiting to be told. This August, the Lakeway Photography Club invites you to share yours.
Our second annual members-only exhibition, “Around the World,” is a celebration of global perspective. We are looking for captivating images that transport the viewer – whether through the geometric precision of an architectural icon, the quiet dignity of a cultural monument, or a candid moment on a distant street corner.
From the exotic to the intimate, help us turn the Lake Travis Community Library into a window to the world.
Submit Your Work
Lakeway Photography Club members are invited to submit their work online for consideration. Selected photographs will be displayed at the Lake Travis Community Library throughout August.
Entry is free and open to all club members. Show us where your lens has traveled!

Deadline: May 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Submission Link: [Enter Today]

Save the Date: Opening Reception
Saturday, August 8 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Join us at the library to meet the photographers, discuss the techniques behind the shots, and celebrate our shared passion for travel and the visual arts.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Rodeo
2026-05-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Rodeo

Contest ends May 10, 2026

Grab your hat and boots—it’s time for the rodeo! For September, show us your best bronc riding, mutton bustin’ and team roping shots from your hometown roundup. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Call for Photography Closes: Around the World Exhibition
2026-05-31 | Online Event
Call for Photography Ends Today at 5pm CT!
Every photograph taken during a journey is a story waiting to be told. This August, the Lakeway Photography Club invites you to share yours.
Our second annual members-only exhibition, “Around the World,” is a celebration of global perspective. We are looking for captivating images that transport the viewer – whether through the geometric precision of an architectural icon, the quiet dignity of a cultural monument, or a candid moment on a distant street corner.
From the exotic to the intimate, help us turn the Lake Travis Community Library into a window to the world.
Submit Your Work
Lakeway Photography Club members are invited to submit their work online for consideration. Selected photographs will be displayed at the Lake Travis Community Library throughout August.
Entry is free and open to all club members. Show us where your lens has traveled!

Deadline: May 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Submission Link: [Enter Today]

Save the Date: Opening Reception
Saturday, August 8 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Join us at the library to meet the photographers, discuss the techniques behind the shots, and celebrate our shared passion for travel and the visual arts.

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Tailgating
2026-06-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Tailgating

Contest ends June 10, 2026

It’s synonymous with football and always a blast. For October, show us your food, vehicles and friends decked out in game day gear. Enter Now.

You must be a member of a Texas electric cooperative to enter this contest.
Original photography only. Images generated by computer/AI or heavily manipulated by editing software will be disqualified.

Naturescapes 2026 Photography Contest
2026-06-22 | Online Event
Naturescapes Photography Contest is celebrating its 22nd year! The unique beauty of the natural areas within San Marcos inspired the first Naturescapes Photography Contest. The contest includes photographs taken in greenspaces and natural areas throughout Hays, Blanco, Comal, Guadalupe, Caldwell, and Travis Counties. Contest sponsors are the Hill Country Photography Club and the Hays County Master Naturalist program.
Goals of the contest and exhibit include increasing public awareness of the importance of protecting our natural world and giving photographers at all levels of experience a chance to capture, share, and receive recognition for beautiful and inspiring images. Suggested subjects include natural scenery, wildlife, plants, and people and pets in the natural environment.
Accepting entries through June 22, 2026.

Prizes

$150 for Best in Show
$100 for Best Natural Waterscape, sponsored by the Hays County Master Naturalists. The photo must feature a natural water feature such as a creek, river, pond or lake.
$75 for Best Youth
$75 each for 4 Awards of Excellence
$25 each for 4 Awards of Merit
$100 for the Best San Marcos Natural Area, sponsored by the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance. The photo must be taken within one of San Marcos’ six natural areas: Purgatory Creek Natural Area, Spring Lake Natural Area, Ringtail Ridge Natural Area, Schulle Canyon Natural Area, Blanco Shoals Natural Area, and Sessom Creek Park. You can find out more about them, including their locations, at https://smgreenbelt.org/natural-areas/. To be eligible for this prize, a photo must first be selected for the Naturescapes exhibition.
$50 each for the Best Adult and the Best Youth Native Wildflower, sponsored by The Hill Country Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. To be eligible for this prize, a photo must first be selected for the Naturescapes exhibition.

The contest is open to resident and visiting photographers of all ages.
Naturescapes Exhibition
San Marcos Activity Center Walkers’ Gallery from August 31st – October 23rd, 2026

Naturescapes Awards Reception
San Marcos Activity Center on Saturday, September 26th, 2026 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
