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2011 Chicago Auto Show

February 7, 2011 6:24 pm CT

In preparation for 2011 Chicago Auto Show media days, Driving the Midwest hosted a “Photo Challenge” for Chicago area social media influencers. This challenge provided particpants with the new Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC vehicles to drive for the weekend to visit their favorite Chicagoland landmark to take a photo of their vehicle and explain why the location inspires them. Each participant’s photo, and a brief caption that explains thier chosen landmark, is displayed below. During the last few days, the public voted for their favorite photo to determine a winner.

Voting for this challenge has ended. Stay tuned for more information about which participant received the most votes. The winner, which will be officially announced at a private event on Thursday, February 10 at the Chicago Auto Show, will receive a two-week loan of the Chevrolet Volt! We will share photos and details shortly after the winner announcement!

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75 Comments on “Chicago Photo Challenge”

  • Anonymous February 7th, 2011 1:51 pm

    How cool! Good luck to everyone, but I sure do hope I win!!

    Tracey

  • SamiAri February 7th, 2011 2:22 pm

    can I vote for all of my amazing friends? :)

  • Houseonahill February 7th, 2011 2:46 pm

    It was a SUPER FUN thing to do!!! Let's GO Chicago Auto Show and GM!

  • Jeannie February 7th, 2011 3:32 pm

    love Duong Sheahan's country adventure with a luxury car that's up to taking you on the road and back (esp in this Chicago weather!).

  • NicoleYeary February 7th, 2011 4:11 pm

    I know what you mean, Sami.

  • Duong Sheahan February 7th, 2011 4:21 pm

    How is it that I'm in a photo challenge with these awesome fellow Chicago buddies!!

  • Windy City Social February 7th, 2011 4:21 pm

    ditto!

  • Duong Sheahan February 7th, 2011 10:22 pm

    Thanks Jeannie & Thanks for your vote. The Acadia Denali is definitely Luxury!! Rugged Luxury…Rugged Elegance…

  • thatwoman February 7th, 2011 6:28 pm

    Duong, love your description on why you took and love the photo. Chicago is my home away from home. And so the photo inspires me also. Great job.

  • Theresa Carter February 7th, 2011 6:38 pm

    This was so much fun! I love the friendly competition. I wish we could all "win" but I feel like we already have!

  • Noelle Mena @TakeRoo February 7th, 2011 6:59 pm

    Awesome pic Duong! ❤❤

  • Action February 7th, 2011 7:21 pm

    Great wheels Duong! Fantastic shot. How were you able to hold the horses still?

  • Duong Sheahan February 7th, 2011 8:00 pm

    Thank so much CD and for your Vote! It's a fun challenge.

  • Duong Sheahan February 7th, 2011 8:01 pm

    Theresa, your photo and car is awesome!! I love the pearly white & and I almost did a Chicago backdrop. LOL

  • Duong Sheahan February 7th, 2011 8:02 pm

    When I arrived, they were no where to be found. I hadn't anticipated on seeing horses, as I was told over summer they go away for winter…and VOILA they all came out and followed me all over the ranch. I think I made new friends!!

  • Ronni R February 8th, 2011 12:57 am

    Vote for Kris!

  • Kathy Aker February 8th, 2011 2:07 am

    Voted , Good Luck Duong (Smile) Beautiful with Snow and Horses

  • Anonymous February 8th, 2011 8:41 am

    A Motor City shout out to all ten participants! Picking a winner is very difficult. I thought the essays were terrific, especially from Amy, Kris and Theresa. The American flag unfurled behind the Terrain at the MM Hall of Fame is awesome.

    But in the end Duong's picture of the Acadia Denali stole the show. I think our colleagues at GMC could use that, as is, in a sales brochure.

    Thanks to all for participating in this!

    Regards,

    Your friends at GM HQ in Detroit

  • LeticiaTechSavvyMama February 8th, 2011 8:48 am

    Voted! Good luck! :)

  • Jeanette Joy February 8th, 2011 10:16 am

    I love all of the photos!
    "The GMC Terrain is an industry-leading fuel-efficient crossovers, making it an ecologically conscious option…" in front of a green building… brilliant!
    Classic Buick in front of Rockefeller Chapel, simply elegant!
    Duong Sheahan's Rugged Luxury speaks to me…loved riding in the Denali's in Chicago.
    Great American autos in a great American city driven by great American women!
    JOY!

  • Rae February 8th, 2011 12:00 pm

    Good Luck Dwana….

  • Dominick February 8th, 2011 1:45 pm

    "2011 Chevrolet Cruze by Amy DeRosa" Am I crazy or is that a Buick Regal?

  • Dazyladycactus February 8th, 2011 6:57 pm

    Hey Duong, great car slick as can be. I visualize slidin' down the road in this great machine all wrapped in glamor. Kinda' makes the desert look dry here in Arizona.

  • Nathan Henry February 8th, 2011 7:15 pm

    Vote Nicole!

  • Beth February 8th, 2011 7:22 pm

    Duong, this is too funny. I realized after I took a close look that the distinctive fence also surrounds our yard. We live just over the hill from the horses! Too funny.

  • Duong Sheahan February 8th, 2011 7:28 pm

    Beth, you are so blessed to be on the other side of the property. I wrote in my notes about looking over the hill….wow girl!!!!

  • Lauren February 8th, 2011 7:50 pm

    From a photographers eye I have to vote for 2011 GMC Acadia Denali by Duong Sheahan-great photo-but from a great story view point, I vote for 2011 GMC Acadia Denali by Theresa Carter–then nobody tells a better green story than 2011 GMC Terrain by Amy Ravit Korin

  • Krmp078 February 8th, 2011 7:54 pm

    All are good but going with Amy and the GMC Terrain. Nice work. #twine

  • Duong Sheahan February 8th, 2011 9:07 pm

    My Inspiration for my photo (Acadia Denali) at Robert Le Roy Ranch {Live without Hatred…} http://goo.gl/IAyy9

  • Duong Sheahan February 8th, 2011 9:20 pm

    My Inspiration for Choosing Robert Le Roy Ranch {Live without Hatred…} http://goo.gl/IAyy9

    How do I delete this double post. I didn't see the 1st one and reposted, now see 2-sorry!)

  • Jeannie Walters February 8th, 2011 9:24 pm

    I love all of them! I have talented friends and the beautiful cars don't hurt. ;-)

  • Louise Suggars February 8th, 2011 9:42 pm

    This is a winner ! love the setting the GMC Acadia Denali fits very well in this photo very impressing….

  • Keyomi February 8th, 2011 10:13 pm

    Duong, that is such a great photo…love it!!

  • Lclayiktez February 8th, 2011 10:30 pm

    The photo by Duong Sheahan is absolutely stunning. Not only does it make me want to buy a GMC Acadia Denali, it also makes me want to move to the midwest. Great job Duong!

  • NicoleYeary February 8th, 2011 10:31 pm

    Dang – maybe I need to used my dist list! haha Thanks, Nathan!

  • JOELL February 8th, 2011 10:48 pm

    Definitely the 2010 Acadia Denali by DUONG SHEEHAN!!! LOVE THE HORSES AND THE BEAUTY OF NATURE REALLY COMPLIMENTS THE BEAUTY OF THE CAR!!

  • Rachael Galiano February 8th, 2011 11:08 pm

    Beautiful photograph Duong…the best by far!

  • Jean Parks February 9th, 2011 5:18 am

    All the pics are nice but the photo by Duong Sheahan is absolutely stunning, I love it, Duong gets my vote!

  • RickGriffin February 9th, 2011 9:41 am

    Wow! some amazing pictures, but the one with the horses is by far my favorite!!

  • Steven Knoerr February 9th, 2011 11:08 am

    DUONG SHEAHAN'S image is the best, I would say. It's professional enough, and I love the detail of the horses looking on, having "horsepower envy," as it were. Clever and nicely done.

  • Kim February 9th, 2011 11:43 am

    Beautiful picture! Nice photo. My vote is for GMC Acadia Denali by Duong Sheahan.

  • Gloria February 9th, 2011 11:52 am

    Hope u win! Love where u took the pic

  • Kenneth Simpson February 9th, 2011 12:17 pm

    I'm liking the 2011 Chevy Avalanche by Dwana DelaCerna. Chevy,Black Hawks, CheeseBorger, Pepsi and 2 a.m. That's Chicago Baby all the way…… You gotta Love it.

  • Mary Henige February 9th, 2011 12:20 pm

    These are amazing photographs as are many of the brief "stories," especially the one about Rossi's. I love dive bars, but especially the heart of cities and their people (Detroiters understand that!). The Acadia at the ranch is an awesome shot – especially love how snow turns blue in bright sunlight. I can tell you had fun with this challenge. Thanks for making it fun for us as well. My family and I vacation in Chicago about twice a year so many of these sites are familiar to me. Thanks for sharing.

    Mary Henige
    GM Social Media
    @maryhenige

  • Janele Sousa February 9th, 2011 12:53 pm

    Duong's picture, shouts, this is why I drive an GMC Acadia Denali. Love the horse's in the background.

  • Blanca Alcauter February 9th, 2011 1:41 pm

    That is a great photo of the GMC Acadia Denali! The lighting is great, and the vehicle looks sharp! Makes me wanna drive it!

  • Kelly February 9th, 2011 3:00 pm

    Duong I absolutely love your photo..the caption is so clever and the story behind why you chose it is so heartwarming…Good Luck!! Love the Acadian Denali too :)

  • Slfgotpurpose February 9th, 2011 3:23 pm

    Hey Duong! Great pic and nice ride… you got my vote!!!

  • Cheeseisboss February 9th, 2011 3:29 pm

    where do you vote?

  • Jamie Knoblauch-Behr February 9th, 2011 4:19 pm

    Love the GMC Acadia Denali!

  • Travis_bell February 9th, 2011 4:32 pm

    Well, go Nichole!! You have my vote!!

  • Mike S. February 9th, 2011 4:34 pm

    Here's my vote: 2011 Chevy Equinox by Nicole Yeary

  • Linda R. February 9th, 2011 4:37 pm

    vote NICOLE!

  • Gini Dietrich February 9th, 2011 4:41 pm

    Here's my vote: 2011 Chevy Equinox by Nicole Yeary

  • Matt February 9th, 2011 4:41 pm

    When I think of Chicago, I can't help but think of one of the richest sports traditions ever. Capturing the MJ tribute in front of the United Center…brilliant. I vote Nicole!!

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 4:42 pm

    Thanks, Travis!

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 4:42 pm

    Thanks, Linda!

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 4:43 pm

    Thanks, Gini!

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 4:43 pm

    Awesome, me too! Thanks, Matt!

  • Charee Klimek February 9th, 2011 4:44 pm

    What great fun…Go GM! And my vote is for the Chevy Equinox by the lovely Nicole Yeary! Go Nicole! :-)

  • dusty earth mother February 9th, 2011 4:45 pm

    I'm all about WeaselMommma.

  • Chrissy February 9th, 2011 4:47 pm

    beautiful photo by Duong Sheahan! She has my vote!

  • Chrissy February 9th, 2011 4:47 pm

    Your photo is the best! You got my vote!

  • Coxymoney February 9th, 2011 5:15 pm

    I vote Nicole!

  • Duong Sheahan February 9th, 2011 6:19 pm

    Thanks to all who voted and for the lovely comments for my photo. There were several great photos and I would have had a hard time choosing. Looking forward to seeing some of these wonderful women tomorrow at the Chicago Car Show!! Thank you GM for the opp to participate in the photo challenge. Was fun!!

  • Donna Gillespie February 9th, 2011 6:22 pm

    what an awesome site and picture Doung! I love the beauty of history of Rockefeller Chapel!

  • Markleeha February 9th, 2011 6:51 pm

    Nicole Yeary – You have my vote :)

  • Matt Sapaula February 9th, 2011 6:54 pm

    Voted for Nicole! – Matt Sapaula

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 7:03 pm

    I completely agree and couldn't have said it better myself. A super opportunity and I had fun participating. I appreciate the opportunity: Thanks GM, Thanks Chevy and Thanks to Connie Burke!

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 7:04 pm

    Thanks, Ryan! (btw I want a bio line on my disqus!)

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 7:04 pm

    awe, thanks Charee =) miss you… we must get together soon!

  • NicoleYeary February 9th, 2011 8:42 pm

    Thanks, Matt! Catch up with you tomorrow!

  • Frankie Romero February 9th, 2011 9:01 pm

    Hands down….Duong Sheahan

  • Iulian Ionescu February 9th, 2011 9:51 pm

    I vote Nicole! :)

  • Theresa February 10th, 2011 12:45 pm

    How was the drive?

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