Focus on Texas
…take you to the next level There are many steps to greatness, but our readers go above and beyond! On the stairway to heaven, or just enjoying a little piece of heaven on Earth, Texans love a…
February 2012 Photo Contest
Feeling inhibited? Follow the lead of these Texans in staying true to one’s passions We didn’t know what to expect with this Focus on Texas topic. We thought we’d…
March 2019 Photo Contest
We’ll go out on a limb and say that you’ll love rooting around in this slideshow of reader photos With…
January 2019 Photo Contest
We got a bumper crop—gigantic cabbage, delicious blueberries and heavy machinery gathering grain…
October 2018 Photo Contest
Got a second? Check out additional reader photos of clocks—it’s well worth your time Just for old…
July 2018 Photo Contest
We’re not saying opposites attract, but this photo contest sure attracted stunning shots by our readers We find birds of a feather don’t always flock…
June 2018 Photo Contest
…years, the agricultural community has implemented tractors in Texas, making them a beloved and iconic fixture in the landscape. This month’s photo entries were curated by Cedar Park High School…
March 2018 Photo Contest
So much to see in our online slideshow when you head straight into town From slick city life to ghost towns, Texas has…
February 2018 Photo Contest
It would be a crime if you didn’t check out our online slideshow Hole, slammer, clink, pen, joint, lockup, calaboose ... whatever you call it,…
April 2017 Photo Contest
…and the winners have come home to roost. This flock of favorites flies in the face of the competition. April 2017 This appeared in the April 2017 issue
February 2017 Photo Contest
Don’t stall: See eye-catching structures from the countryside As the first warm rays of sun kiss…
January 2017 Photo Contest
…more great pics, and no need to dress in your Sunday best to enjoy them As places of worship, ceremony and reflection, churches hold a special place in the hearts and lives of Texans. Whether modest…
December 2016 Photo Contest
You don’t have to look far to find Texas originals We love our transplants, but native Texans are a…
November 2016 Photo Contest
Good times make for good photos and fond memories You say party, we say fiesta! Wingding, soiree, shindig, hootenanny, gala or jubilee…
August 2016 Photo Contest
Reclamation projects remain in pristine condition forever in our slideshow Resources made shabby by age, use…
April 2016 Photo Contest
Grab hold and enjoy a thrilling and relaxing activity Built for relaxation and for play, these swings soar up, up and away! April 2016 This appeared in the April 2016 issue
March 2016 Photo Contest
Check out the most see-worthy fleet in Texas You may think we’ve gone off the deep end, but we asked to see what boats are making waves in your town, and you…
January 2016 Photo Contest
…these shots that have certainly earned their stripes. Not to be repetitive, but this competition shaped up nicely. January 2016 This appeared in the January 2016 issue
November 2015 Photo Contest
Readers’ cameras find harmony with the world around them Pickin’ which photos to publish this month was tough, but they had…
February 2020 Photo Contest
Our readers found power in expected and unexpected places We know the power of a good country song, and rocker Huey Lewis knows the power of love—but we wondered how power moves Texans. Here…
January 2020 Photo Contest
You can’t be on the fence about these photos; they’re all fantastic Whether you’re busy swinging for the…
December 2019 Photo Contest
These landscapes, seemingly barren and monochromatic, come alive in the lenses of our readers Texas settlers have for millennia braved the…
July 2019 Photo Contest
…they can be used to haul loads for family, friends and neighbors. They are valuable tools on ranches and farms and give drivers a sense of freedom and identity. Trucks keep Texas moving.
November 2020 Photo Contest
Dare you pass up the dramatic scenes and moments co-op members are sharing? Extreme environments, animal behaviors and weather are to be expected, and Texans rise to meet any challenge.
October 2020 Photo Contest
…as much as you like taking them The modern self-portrait, a selfie captures Texas life in a personal way. Now, thanks to technology, it’s easier than ever to put ourselves in someone else’s…