Attention, Photographers

Your photo could be on the cover of Ruralite magazine.

Central Electric Cooperative is hosting a Ruralite cover photo contest. We seek dynamic images that capture the culture, community, and the natural beauty of our service territory. CEC’s member services team will judge the photos.

The top 3 winners earn $100, $75, and $50 Visa gift cards, respectively. The winning photo is featured on the cover of Central Electric’s May edition of Ruralite.

• The contest is open to Central Electric Cooperative members only. We strongly encourage youth to participate.
• All photos must be taken within CEC’s service territory.
• Each member can submit up to 2 original photos.
• Submitted photos must be in vertical (portrait) orientation.
• Submissions must be high-resolution, digital images in JPEG format and at least 300 dpi at approximately 8-by-10 inches.
• Each submission must include the photographer’s name and detailed caption information.
• Photos previously published in Ruralite are not eligible.
• Prints are not accepted.
• Email CEC Members Service with the subject line “2026 Photo Contest Submission.”
• The contest deadline is March 13.
• By submitting your photos, you give CEC the right to use your images on Ruralite’s cover and on CEC’s social media pages.

Photo Tips

• Take photos around sunset or sunrise. The low light makes for prettier landscapes.
• Include people doing interesting things, such as skiing, snowshoeing, kayaking, hunting, fishing, or biking.
• Get close to your subject, but leave room at the top for the magazine’s masthead.
• Only send your best photos.