Submit Your Photo For a Chance To Win $300!

Photo Competition

Have you used Midlakes Sales products to help build or remodel your residential, commercial, or agricultural building project? We want to see the results! Submit your photos!

February 1st until June 30th, with the winner (s) receiving Gift Certificates.

First place $300

Second Place $200

Third Place $100

Tips and Tricks

  1. Good Lighting is Key: Take photos during daylight hours, preferably during the “golden hour” (shortly after sunrise or before sunset) for soft, flattering light. Avoid harsh shadows caused by midday sun.
  2. Keep the Camera Steady: Use a tripod or steady your phone on a flat surface to reduce blur.
  3. Clean the Lens: Ensure the camera lens is clean to avoid smudges or unclear images.
  4. Frame the Entire Building: Capture the full structure unless you are highlighting specific details.
  5. Straighten Your Shots: Make sure the horizon line is level and the building isn’t tilted unless you’re going for a creative angle.
  1. Show the Front Entrance: Include the doorway and any distinguishing features, such as landscaping or porch details.
  2. Capture from an Angle: Photograph the house from a slight angle to give it depth and dimension.
  3. Declutter the Scene: If possible, clear away objects like garbage bins or toys to make the photo more visually appealing.
  1. Highlight Functionality: Show the building in its context, such as barns surrounded by fields or greenhouses with crops visible.
  2. Include the Landscape: Capture the building in its natural surroundings to provide a sense of scale and purpose.
  3. Focus on Unique Features: Emphasize structures like silo tops, barn doors, or weathered textures that add character.
  1. Focus on Signage: Make sure the business name or sign is visible and clearly readable.
  2. Use Symmetry: Center the shot if the building’s design emphasizes balance and symmetry.
  3. Include the Setting: Show nearby streets or parking areas to give context.

Rules

  • The photo must be in its original state and cannot be altered in any way, including but not limited to removing, adding, reversing, or distorting subjects within the frame.
  • Entries should be submitted using the online submission form, by email sent to sales@midlakessales.com with “Photo Contest” in the subject line, or in person via a digital file.
  • Entries will be judged by Midlakes Sales associates. All decisions are final. Midlakes Sales reserves the right to disqualify any entry that is deemed inappropriate or does not conform to stated contest rules.
  • By entering the contest, entrants agree that photos submitted can be used by Midlakes Sales for advertising purposes.
  • Submissions that are submitted after the deadline will be accepted to be used in marketing and advertising material, but will not be eligible for the contest.
  • The prize must be collected by the winner and is non-transferable.
  • The winner will be contacted via the email address provided during entry. If no response is received after three business days, a new winner will be selected and the previous winner will forfeit all rights to the prize.
  • The contest is void where prohibited or restricted by law.
  • Winners will be chosen on or before July 10th, 2025.

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