We asked for photographs that capture the spirit, beauty and diversity of southwest Minnesota as a way to celebrate Southwest Initiative Foundation’s 30th anniversary. A total of 32 professional and amateur photographers with a southwest Minnesota connection answered, entering stunning photos into our contest this past winter.
We showcased one from each photographer at our regional banquet April 28. Now, we’re asking you to spread the word about our online gallery, to showcase our region and help us select a winning photo!
The winning photographer will receive a special prairie photography package to further explore our exciting region.
All you have to do to vote for your favorite photos is to sign up on our online gallery site. To sign up, simply click on a photo you like and fill out the registration on the bottom of the screen. Peruse the many photos and click “Vote for this photo” to select your favorites.
And, don’t forget to share your picks on social media to encourage your friends to vote! Voting is open through June 30, so start clicking!
View our online photo contest gallery.
A special thank you goes to our talented photographers for sharing their work with us!
- Barb Bruflat, Clarkfield
- Berdelle Enestvedt, Sacred Heart
- Brian James Fritz, Pipestone
- Charles Koerner, Mound
- Cheryl Bouman, Ruthton
- Courtney Grammentz, Glenwood
- Crystal Wilke, Pipestone
- Diana Meaden, Slayton
- Gene Stukel, Granite Falls
- Isabelle Gasser, Huthinson
- Jackie Kaufenberg, Olivia
- Janet Schaeffer, Slayton
- Jennifer Andries, Marshall
- Jim Busch, Bedford
- Jo Brockberg, Minneapolis
- Julie Carrow, Pipestone
- Julie Rath, Redwood Falls
- Justin Vorbach, Marshall
- Kelly Pfarr, Lamberton
- Kristine Leuze, Hutchinson
- Laura Kuvaas, Hutchinson
- Linda Flanagan, Pipestone
- Mandy Kopitzke, Clarkfield
- Mark A. Thode, Pipestone
- Mylan Ray, Pipestone
- Patricia Heather, Lamberton
- Peter Bouman, Ruthton
- Richard Gergen, Pipestone
- Ruth Ascher, Canby
- Shay Vandendriessche, Marshall
- Sue Pawelk, Montrose