Photo Credit: 2025 CHAMPION Sunrise Old Barn on Oak Grove Lane by Loretta Robinson

We’re seeking fresh, original images that capture the heart of Albany and Linn County. Whether it’s lively community events, local flavors, or hidden treasures, your photos help highlight what makes our region truly special. Selected images may be featured in our marketing materials, including websites, social media, visitor guides, and promotional content, inspiring travelers to discover and experience all Linn County has to offer.

Who can enter?

The contest is open to all ages, all levels, whether you're an amateur, a professional, or a hobbyist. Photos can be taken either with a professional-grade digital camera or a smartphone.

The winners for Albany's 19th Annual Photography Contest are in! Thank you to all of our photographers who entered and to our judges who volunteered their time to help judge this year's competition. We had some fantastic photo entries this year. Congratulations to our talented winners! Please take a moment to appreciate their show-stopping photographs. 

Winning photographs will be:

• Shown in a professional video at the Pix Theatre (before feature films)
• Featured on the AVA website and YouTube channel
• Displayed at the Albany Amtrak Station

1st Place: Sunrise on Second Ave by Melinda Martin

2nd Place: Train Trip! by Brenda Daigle

3rd Place: Linn County Courthouse by Camron Settlemier

1st Place: Strawberry Festival Fireworks by Camron Settlemier

2nd Place: Tug O War by Marcy Hermens

3rd Place: 2025 Veterans Day Parade by Amber Burdick

1st Place: Whitespires by Terri Larsen

2nd Place: Tulips by Camron Settlemier

3rd Place: Sunset at the Pix by Frances Human Noland

1st Place: Toms of Thompson's Mills by Lacee Nily

2nd Place: Street Running at Olive Street by Camron Settliemier

3rd Place: Sunrise on Scenic Avenue by Loretta Robinson

1st Place: Round and Round! by Melinda Martin

2nd Place: Check Out All These Cool Photos! by Camron Settlemier

3rd Place: Nicole at LBCC Pickleball Courts by Diane Hunsaker

1st Place: Pho at Ba's by Elizabeth Wieland

2nd Place: Jinda Thai by Terri Larsen

3rd Place: Scallops by Debbie Dimmick

1st Place: Sunset at Henderson Park by Bennett Kruse

2nd Place: Bridge in Albany Downtown by Alicia Henandez

3rd Place: Bryant Park Beauty by Erin Thomson

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