Announcing the Winners of the 2025 IAS Photo Contest!

Oct 21, 2024


Announcing the Winners of the 2025 IAS Photo Contest!

After receiving over 60 incredible entries showcasing the heart and soul of cooperative living, we are thrilled to present the winners of this year's photo contest! From serene landscapes to moments of daily life and vibrant action shots, these winning photos beautifully capture the essence of our community.

Each image reflects the creativity and unique perspectives of our members, employees, and their families, and we’re excited to feature these stunning shots in our upcoming annual calendar. 

2025 IAS Calendar Photo Contest Winners
Cover/Month Photographer Name Photo Title
Cover Carol Zieser Sunset at Harvest
January Ryan Dietzenbach Snowy November Morning 
February Max Dewhurst Fueling the Past
March Kelli Bateman  Milkweed Magic
April Sara Hertrampf  God’s Promise on the First Day of Summer
May Holly Bries Pasture Days
June Barb Shull Tried & True-Oliver 1650
July Tyler Wartick Sundown Sunsets
August Ethan Beaumont Every sunrise is a gift.
September Dean Zeisneiss Garden City, IA
October Thomas Wacker Fall in Elkader
November Jared Freidman "Why you'd want to plant your stakes, in those fly over states" -- Jason Aldean
December Kevin Schuchmann Just a Flurry


A big thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this contest a success. Stay tuned for more exciting contests and opportunities to showcase your talents.

Watch this video to see the top selections that stood out among the entries, and enjoy a visual journey through the cooperative spirit that defines us! 

 

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