Steve Wrubel: Rodeo Revisited
60 x 60 inches, Edition of 8
72 x 72 inches, Edition of 5
“Finding a way to get in the dirt without getting in the way, and not getting run over by a 1500 pound wild horse is all part of the chase, the excitement and what takes to become a part of the image. To really feel and become a part of the energy and chaos and turn it in to a split second representation of that amazing dance between man and animal.” Steve Wrubel
Captivated by the American west, photographer Steve Wrubel has dedicated his lens to the rodeo ring since 2019. These images capture split second between rider and animal, showing the power and stamina of both athletes. The rodeo is a way of life largely untouched by modernity. Like the cowboys he follows, Wrubel values the skill and connection it takes to work with animals and land. Both seek to tame the wild, if only for a few fleeting seconds. Through these moments, Steve captures the raw beauty of the American West—an image of both artistry and enduring spirit.
