Journey Bank Announces Fifth Annual Photography Competiton

Posted on May 14, 2026

BERWICK PA – Journey Bank is proud to announce its fifth annual Photography Competition, taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the First Presbyterian Church, 320 Market Street, Berwick, PA. The contest features local photographers who reside or study within a 50-mile radius of any Journey Bank office.

Journey Bank is proud to support local art programs and to celebrate the talent found in our local communities. “Over the past four years, we’ve had the privilege of seeing talent come through this competition,” said Lance Diehl, President and CEO of Journey Bank. “We look forward to continuing this tradition. Collaborating with these local artists is truly a pleasure.”

The competition is free to enter and open to photographers of all experience levels. Participants under the age of 18 must have parental permission. Entry packets will be available at all Journey Bank locations beginning June 1, 2026, or photographers may register online. Questions may be directed to [email protected]. The submission deadline is Friday, September 18, 2026.

The 2026 Competition categories are as follows:

  • Animals/ Wildlife
  • Flowers
  • Black & White

New for 2026

  • Wood
  • Group Of 5
  • Cell Phone
  • USA250
  • Youth Category – For 12 and under, parents may submit photos taken by children.

Each category allows photographers to be creative with their art. Images of individuals; railroad tracks and images created through Artificial Intelligence or using filters are not accepted.

Photographers may enter a maximum of three (3) photographs per category to be judged. There is a 15-image maximum per photographer. Photographs must be the original work of the photographer and taken within the last 3 years. Employees of Journey Bank and any family members living in their household are not eligible.

Register Here

AWARDS

The following awards will be presented at 5:00 PM on Sunday October 4, 2026:

Overall Best in Show: $125

First Place in each category: $100

Second Place in each category: $50

Third Place in each category: $25

Honorable Mention: Ribbon Only

People’s Choice: Ribbon Only

About Journey Bank

For over 125 years, Journey Bank has stood as a beacon of financial trust and expertise in local communities throughout Central PA. The bank represents the combined legacies of First Columbia Bank and Muncy Bank, bringing together more than 300 dedicated employees committed to delivering banking excellence.

With 22 community offices across Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, and Clinton counties, and more than $1.65 billion in assets as of September 30, 2025, Journey Bank provides a full range of banking, trust, and financial services to over 50,000 individuals, families, businesses, and municipalities. Member FDIC.