Rodeo photography, steer wrestler dogs his steer, close-up, detail, sepia tone image from Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Bull rider at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Rodeo photography, including detail and a black and white image. Cowboy with sunglasses and reflection in sunglasses opening a rough stock chute gate at Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Team roping at Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Panned, black and white rodeo image.
Rodeo cowboy wrestles his steer at the Wyoming Rodeo Association Finals in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming.
Breakaway roper at Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
A steer wrestler wrestles his steer in the mud at Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Cowboy carries a US Flag with fireworks during a grand entry at rodeo.
Bull fighters protect a bull rider at the rodeo at Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Rodeo Action Photography: Capturing the Heart of the West

Based in Cheyenne, Wyoming | Serving Clients Nationally

Specializing in high-impact Rodeo Action Photography, I deliver the authenticity that only a competitor can provide. With over 27 years of professional experience, I travel nationally to create compelling images for high-end editorial and commercial marketing campaigns. I don't just document the sport; I capture the raw emotion, the precise timing, and the intense connection that defines the Western lifestyle.

The Competitor’s Advantage: Why I Know the Moment

My career behind the lens started in the arena, not just beside it. Understanding the mechanics of the sport is the difference between a good shot and a great one. My deep, technical understanding of rodeo allows me to anticipate split-second action before it happens.

"As a sophomore, I took a photography class, and I was also competing in team roping jackpots and high school rodeos. When I discovered photography, my dream became twofold: roping and capturing the rodeo to help fund my expenses."

This dual passion led me to study photography in college and launch a business rooted in first-hand experience. While I transitioned from competing to full-time commercial and portrait photography, that foundation remains. I frame the critical action because I know exactly where the steer will turn and when the rope will pull tight.

Professional Rodeo Photography Services

I provide professional imagery for organizations, brands, and publications looking for the highest standard of western photography.

  • Editorial Photography: Capturing the narrative of the rodeo for magazines and journals.

  • Commercial & Marketing: High-impact imagery for western brands and sponsors.

  • Event Coverage: Comprehensive documentation of rodeos and western events.

Credentialed Expertise:

  • PRCA Photographer (2001)

  • 27+ Years of Rodeo Industry Experience

See more info below or Contact us today to discuss all your rodeo photography needs.

KC Jones wrestles his steer in the mud at Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Wild horse race competitors mug their horse to saddle him during a race at Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Saddle bronc rider at Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Steer wrestler, panned at Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Bronc rider's chaps, boots, and spurs at Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Close-up detail bull rider at Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo.
Paul Teirney in the tie-down roping at Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Cowgirl in the breakaway roping at the Sheridan College Rodeo in Sheridan, Wyoming.
Bull rider's hand in bull rope close-up at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo.
A bull rider's hand, glove, and buckle at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Close-up of a bareback rider at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo
A bull rider's spurs at the Pro Team Bull Riding on August 27, 2005, in Blackhawk, CO.

Trusted by Industry Leaders and Western Brands

My unique perspective and commitment to quality ensure my work meets the rigorous standards of the industry's top organizations. I have had the privilege of partnering with leading clients to elevate their visual branding.

Featured Clients Include:

  • Publications: American Cowboy Magazine

  • Events: Cheyenne Frontier Days, Las Vegas Events, USTRC (United States Team Roping Championships), National Day of the Cowboy

  • Brands: Montana Silversmith, Heel-O-Matic

  • Tourism: Wyoming Tourism, Visit Cheyenne

Available for National Assignments

Though I am rooted in the heart of the West in Cheyenne, Wyoming, I am available for assignments across the United States. Whether you are hosting a local jackpot or a national championship, I am ready to bring a seasoned eye and technical skill to your arena.

Ready to Capture the Action?

Let's capture the story and the action of your rodeo. Contact us today to discuss your editorial or commercial photography needs.

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