Anticipation

This cowboy from a local ranch participating in the Bozeman Roundup was preparing for the release of the calves to be cordoned off and roped in the timed competition with his team. His ropes are wound and ready for the run. His manner was steady and poised, with a self-assured position in his saddle. My goal was to characterize him as one who is confident of his skills as he is contemplating the approaching task. The golden background was created to contrast with the simple desaturated blues forming his figure on his horse, generating a feeling of the strong western sun on the arena.

NOTE: I use my own photos, so the composition is truly of my own design along with the memories from my experiences of the event.