WAMPSVILLE, N.Y. – Madison County has revealed the winners of its 2025 Photo Contest, highlighting the area’s natural beauty through captivating photography. **April Lewin** from **Canastota** emerged as the grand prize winner with her stunning image titled “Old barn in winter on Jones Rd. in Erieville, NY.” This photograph will grace the cover of the **2026 Madison County Calendar**, and Lewin has received a **$200 gift card** to the **Peterboro Table**, a restaurant located in **Morrisville**.
The grand prize was generously sponsored by the **Peterboro Table** and **Madison County Tourism**, acknowledging their support for local artists. In addition to the grand prize, winners were selected from each participating town, showcasing a diverse array of talent across the county.
Town Winners Recognized for Their Unique Perspectives
The following individuals were recognized for their exceptional contributions, with winning photographs selected from various towns:
- Town of Sullivan: Will Smith
- Town of DeRuyter: Tirzah Wicks
- Town of Eaton: Melissa Lynch
- Town of Cazenovia: Julie Wallace
- Town of Smithfield: Joanne Hurst
- Town of Stockbridge: Jacey Pokorny
- Town of Lenox: Hannah Bennett
- Town of Georgetown: Gary Dixon
- Town of Madison: Diane Fenton
- Town of Fenner: Denise Adams
- Town of Brookfield: Darlene Nelson
- City of Oneida: Caleb Cassulis
- Town of Lincoln: Abigale Egger
- Town of Hamilton: Arthur Foley
Congratulations are in order for all winners, who have captured what makes **Madison County** a unique and picturesque location. The winning photographs will be displayed in the hallway leading to the **Board of Supervisors Chambers** in the **Madison County Office Building** in Wampsville. They will also be featured in the **2026 calendar**, which is now available for sale.
How to Purchase the 2026 Madison County Calendar
The calendars, which include **15 months** of stunning photography, can be purchased for **$5** at the County Office Building’s Board of Supervisors Office. For those unable to visit in person, copies can be shipped by calling **(315) 366-2201** or emailing **[email protected]**.
This year, Madison County received an impressive **160 photo submissions** from approximately **65 different photographers**, demonstrating the vibrant artistic community in the area. The contest aims to foster creativity and encourage residents to explore their surroundings. The county expresses gratitude to everyone who submitted photos and looks forward to making this contest an annual event, inviting the community to continue capturing the beauty of their environment.
For any inquiries regarding the contest or calendar, please contact the **public information office** at **(315) 366-2822** or via email at **[email protected]**.
