On a hot and dry July afternoon I was seated in the grass, up against the fence, at the Whitewood MRCA Fundraiser rodeo. It was a very fully day of events, and as I ate dust, I snapped off some pictures in the hot sun. The day had a mixture of different competitors show up, and there was a very relaxed feeling in the stands. I felt especially odd that day as it was the same day I usually show up the Sheho Ranch Rodeo. I am a person of habit, and Sheho Ranch Rodeo & Sports Days had been something that has been a staple in my calendar for more than a couple of the past years (it was a day that "I did not miss"). However, the change of scenery was definitely a good choice that day. It was a great day to be outside in the hot sun, and to experience the flying dust. It was a challenge to shoot into the mid-day sun, however one I was ready to accept as the light bounced off all the surfaces into my camera creating the images. I personally enjoyed the reflection off the sunglasses worn in the photographs. The bulls did not disappoint me, and gave me some excellent opportunities to capture. The calves, along with steers, also were great subjects that day. With each photograph I fell more in love with the day as the loose dirt gave a grit feel that I couldn't have previously prayed for to make the photographs look that good. I was perfectly happy to eat some dirt to capture them. The people were extremely friendly, and the relaxed feel in the stands made the day a pleasurable one. It was definitely one of the favorite days this past summer; however it would have been better if I wouldn't have gotten ill the same day. I am sad I was not able to stay for the whole thing, but what I got to see was well worth the drive. I can't wait to go back to Whitewood for another rodeo.
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