Aug. 1. Visit Lake Norman’s annual photo contest opens today. Entrants can submit their favorite photo on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #CaptureLKN, or upload an image directly to the Visit Lake Norman website.

Neal Ontko of Vineyard Point in Cornelius won the 2024 contest with a marina sunset photo titled Captivating Skies.

The contest is open to any photographer, amateur or professional, age 18 or older. Three winners will be selected. Prizes include a $200 Visa gift card and an LKN sweatshirt for the best photo.

Entry requirements:

• Submit a completed photo contest entry form or post using #CaptureLKN on social media. Contact information will be requested if a winner is selected via social channels.

• All photos must be taken in the Lake Norman area.

• Entries must be original and submitted by the photographer.

• The deadline to enter is Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025.

• Any recognizable individuals in a photo must have given permission to be photographed and entered in the contest.

• Entries must portray the Lake Norman area in a positive light.