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
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!