Father Son Day at the Rodeo
Tucson Rodeo 2 Man Roping Contest17 total reviews
Comment from E.K.Huskey
That's a great picture. Black and white suits the subject matter well.
The way you seemed to capture that exchange between the two is priceless if not defined. They're busy. We know that. You seemed to catch thatoment of encouragement between father and son. I love it. Congratulations.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2023
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That's a great picture. Black and white suits the subject matter well.
The way you seemed to capture that exchange between the two is priceless if not defined. They're busy. We know that. You seemed to catch thatoment of encouragement between father and son. I love it. Congratulations.
Comment Written 24-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2023
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Thanks for going back in the files to find this one. This is one of my favorite B/W shots. Thank you so much. Gary
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Your very welcome. It made me smile. Worth finding for sure.
Comment from Daphne Oberon
A lovely, professionally photographed storytelling photo; great clothes, postures, and for once we don't have fat modern cowboys! This pair look, and I am sure are, authentic! My admiration!
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2023
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A lovely, professionally photographed storytelling photo; great clothes, postures, and for once we don't have fat modern cowboys! This pair look, and I am sure are, authentic! My admiration!
Comment Written 03-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2023
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Thank you for the high marks and comments. This father son combo is very authentic. I hope I can run across them in two weeks when we return to Tucson and attenGary
Comment from JirinaInspire
Great photograph of these two that are getting ready for the roping competition. Nice bonding opportunity for both of them
Wonderful details, shades of white and black and such nice presentation for the contest.
Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2023
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Great photograph of these two that are getting ready for the roping competition. Nice bonding opportunity for both of them
Wonderful details, shades of white and black and such nice presentation for the contest.
Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 02-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 03-Feb-2023
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It was my luck that this duo was staging right in front of our seats at the rail. I knew I had to take this shot. I will be back at the rodeo in two seeks and I hope I can track down the father and ask if he would like as copy of this shot. Thank you so much for the kind comments and support.
Gary
Comment from helvi2
Hi Gary, Love the way these two are looking at each other! Dad looks very proud of his son! I always love it when someone captures a moment like this! Love the lighting and the focus it allows you to feel the excitement these two have! Great Shot and a joy to view! Good Luck in the Contest! I definitely think you have a good shot of winning! Wish I had six stars to bless this with! :o) Nancy
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Hi Gary, Love the way these two are looking at each other! Dad looks very proud of his son! I always love it when someone captures a moment like this! Love the lighting and the focus it allows you to feel the excitement these two have! Great Shot and a joy to view! Good Luck in the Contest! I definitely think you have a good shot of winning! Wish I had six stars to bless this with! :o) Nancy
Comment Written 02-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and interest in this post. I started in 4H photography in the 5th grade and got a blue ribbon at the Country Fair. I was hooked on taking photos. My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye box camera. I have had a renewed interest in B/W and I am happy that this shot was so well received. Gary
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Gary, It's a gem! :o) Nancy
Comment from bpellephoto
Black and white photography is so evocative especially when it is as well done as this piece is.
Excellent choice in lens. The Sigma line up is known for their very large sweet spot. No fall off around the perimeter. You have captured a very poignant moment between father and son - Kudos.
Keeping the view on the riders and not so much the horse lends a fine air for story telling.
The expression of the father tells the whole story - that is the essence of great journalistic photography.
I wish I had a six left in the bank, this one deserves it ... Bob
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Black and white photography is so evocative especially when it is as well done as this piece is.
Excellent choice in lens. The Sigma line up is known for their very large sweet spot. No fall off around the perimeter. You have captured a very poignant moment between father and son - Kudos.
Keeping the view on the riders and not so much the horse lends a fine air for story telling.
The expression of the father tells the whole story - that is the essence of great journalistic photography.
I wish I had a six left in the bank, this one deserves it ... Bob
Comment Written 02-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and interest in this post. I started in 4H photography in the 5th grade and got a blue ribbon at the Country Fair. I was hooked on taking photos. My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye box camera. I have had a renewed interest in B/W and I am happy that this shot was so well received. Gary
Comment from Charlotte Morse
Firstly congratulations on your placement in the black and white contest, I don't know how this one slipped through my eagle eye when you first posted it, but at least I still have a chance to tell you what a great shot it is now!
I particularly like the interaction between father and son and the tight crop. Your tones are good and the subjects are beautifully sharp with enough dof for us to be able to ignore the background, while leaving enough detail to get an idea of the surroundings.
Charlotte
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Firstly congratulations on your placement in the black and white contest, I don't know how this one slipped through my eagle eye when you first posted it, but at least I still have a chance to tell you what a great shot it is now!
I particularly like the interaction between father and son and the tight crop. Your tones are good and the subjects are beautifully sharp with enough dof for us to be able to ignore the background, while leaving enough detail to get an idea of the surroundings.
Charlotte
Comment Written 01-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and interest in this post. I started in 4H photography in the 5th grade and got a blue ribbon at the Country Fair. I was hooked on taking photos. My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye box camera. I have had a renewed interest in B/W and I am happy that this shot was so well received. Gary
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You?re very welcome. Have you still got that winning 5th grade photo? It?d be great if you posted it here and shared your story!
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Maybe, it is a box somewhere that has not been unpacked in decades. We moved this house 40 years ago.
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a fine human study photography. This is a wonderful shot of the flower. You have framed it well. Light and shadows and sharpness are very effective in creating a lovely capture. Good luck!
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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This is a fine human study photography. This is a wonderful shot of the flower. You have framed it well. Light and shadows and sharpness are very effective in creating a lovely capture. Good luck!
Comment Written 01-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and interest in this post. I started in 4H photography in the 5th grade and got a blue ribbon at the Country Fair. I was hooked on taking photos. My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye box camera. I have had a renewed interest in B/W and I am happy that this shot was so well received. Gary
Comment from nikman
A good looking image posted here into the competition! Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable view of that father/son team riding into action. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well done and good luck!
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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A good looking image posted here into the competition! Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable view of that father/son team riding into action. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well done and good luck!
Comment Written 01-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and interest in this post. I started in 4H photography in the 5th grade and got a blue ribbon at the Country Fair. I was hooked on taking photos. My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye box camera. I have had a renewed interest in B/W and I am happy that this shot was so well received. Gary
Comment from ElliR
This black and white photo captures a moment of bonding between a father and son at a rodeo. The contrast between the black and white adds depth and texture to the image, creating a timeless feel. The strong composition with them in the center creates a dynamic scene. The emotion in the expressions of the two figures is palpable, making the photo both poignant and powerful. Congrats !
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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This black and white photo captures a moment of bonding between a father and son at a rodeo. The contrast between the black and white adds depth and texture to the image, creating a timeless feel. The strong composition with them in the center creates a dynamic scene. The emotion in the expressions of the two figures is palpable, making the photo both poignant and powerful. Congrats !
Comment Written 01-Feb-2023
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and interest in this post. I started in 4H photography in the 5th grade and got a blue ribbon at the Country Fair. I was hooked on taking photos. My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye box camera. I have had a renewed interest in B/W and I am happy that this shot was so well received. Gary
Comment from Ray Gordon
Gary, excellent capture here of a father and son, team members in a calf roping competition. I just love the excitement of a rodeo. My wife and I went to a rodeo out at Jackson Hole and had a blast. Very talented people doing very risky things but so much fun. The best of luck in the competition. Ray
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Gary, excellent capture here of a father and son, team members in a calf roping competition. I just love the excitement of a rodeo. My wife and I went to a rodeo out at Jackson Hole and had a blast. Very talented people doing very risky things but so much fun. The best of luck in the competition. Ray
Comment Written 31-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 02-Feb-2023
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and interest in this post. I started in 4H photography in the 5th grade and got a blue ribbon at the Country Fair. I was hooked on taking photos. My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye box camera. I have had a renewed interest in B/W and I am happy that this shot was so well received. Gary
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Gary, It has that old time western movie style and Black and White is all you need. Nice presentation. Ray