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 (America/Chicago) | 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

Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Ride the Rails
2026-07-10 | Online Event
Texas Co-op Power Photo Contest: Ride the Rails

Contest ends July 10, 2026

History, nature and adventure await as you roll through the countryside drinking in the views. For the November issue, train your lens on our railroads and the scenery it moves through. 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 "Around the World" Opening Reception
2026-08-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Lake Travis Community Library, 1938 Lohmans Crossing, Lakeway, TX, 78734, United States
Get ready to embark on a travel journey through a camera lens! The Lakeway Photography Club is thrilled to announce their upcoming exhibit, “Around the World,” showcasing captivating photographs inspired by travelling around the world. This unique exhibition will be held at the Lake Travis Community Library from August 1st to 29th, 2026. Stay tuned to enter your photos from May 1 – 31.
Mark your calendars for the opening reception on Saturday August 8, 2026 from 2-3pm. This event will provide an opportunity to meet the photographers, admire their work, and engage in lively discussions about the power of travel and photography.

Lakeway Photography Club Meeting
2026-08-17 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 LPC Members Photography exhibit with the exhibiting photographers.

National Photography Day
2026-08-19 | 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.
