People Critique ⇒ Intense Moments with a Bucking Bronco

[davechinn]

My intention with this thread is to reveal before and during moments with a bucking bronco.

This was my first ever attendance rodeo. These were captured from the stands in Cody, Wyoming this past August. Not knowing exactly what to expect other than bucking broncos, bull riding, barrel racing and the typical roping/lassoing cows. Although, at times I tried to capture some intense moments, but only a few are acceptable IMO.

The first one I captured a cowboy preparing for his ride with a prayer. The second one was the same cowboy in the chute just seconds of the gate opening. The third one is the ride itself. I wasn't able to capture a front angle view of this ride, but have some of others, just not a series of shots. The fourth and last is the end of his ride without being thrown off. As always, comments and feedback welcomed.

[davechinn]

The last of the ride.

[LindaShorey]

Powerful story telling IMO. Very glad you were able to include the saddle in #1, Dave. That really sets up the series, I think. #2 is a strong view of power and energy ready to burst out. Terrific framing and tight composition. I don't think a front view of #3 would have improved; I find it very intense as-is.

[Psjunkie]

Nice series Mr. Chinn, well presented...no real comment for improvement...1 and 2 winning out for me over the others.

[minniev]

My intention with this thread is to reveal before and during moments with a bucking bronco.

This was my first ever attendance rodeo. These were captured from the stands in Cody, Wyoming this past August. Not knowing exactly what to expect other than bucking broncos, bull riding, barrel racing and the typical roping/lassoing cows. Although, at times I tried to capture some intense moments, but only a few are acceptable IMO.

The first one I captured a cowboy preparing for his ride with a prayer. The second one was the same cowboy in the chute just seconds of the gate opening. The third one is the ride itself. I wasn't able to capture a front angle view of this ride, but have some of others, just not a series of shots. The fourth and last is the end of his ride without being thrown off. As always, comments and feedback welcomed.

Enjoyable story. I've seen rodeos and tried on a couple of occasions to capture but you've done much better than I ever did. The bronc rides are the most dramatic scenes, so you made good choices. Good framing and processing contribute to the success of these images. Yes, front angles have a certain attraction, but they aren't always necessary, there is a lot of action and emotion here without that.

[davechinn]

Powerful story telling IMO. Very glad you were able to include the saddle in #1, Dave. That really sets up the series, I think. #2 is a strong view of power and energy ready to burst out. Terrific framing and tight composition. I don't think a front view of #3 would have improved; I find it very intense as-is.

Thank you Linda !!! I agree, the saddle sets the stage. The prayer, to me, indicates what possibly is going through his mind, especially after viewing the second image. I can't imagine being in any of their boots.
Dave

[davechinn]

Nice series Mr. Chinn, well presented...no real comment for improvement...1 and 2 winning out for me over the others.

Thanks Frank, much appreciated !!!
Dave

[davechinn]

My intention with this thread is to reveal before and during moments with a bucking bronco.

This was my first ever attendance rodeo. These were captured from the stands in Cody, Wyoming this past August. Not knowing exactly what to expect other than bucking broncos, bull riding, barrel racing and the typical roping/lassoing cows. Although, at times I tried to capture some intense moments, but only a few are acceptable IMO.

The first one I captured a cowboy preparing for his ride with a prayer. The second one was the same cowboy in the chute just seconds of the gate opening. The third one is the ride itself. I wasn't able to capture a front angle view of this ride, but have some of others, just not a series of shots. The fourth and last is the end of his ride without being thrown off. As always, comments and feedback welcomed.

Enjoyable story. I've seen rodeos and tried on a couple of occasions to capture but you've done much better than I ever did. The bronc rides are the most dramatic scenes, so you made good choices. Good framing and processing contribute to the success of these images. Yes, front angles have a certain attraction, but they aren't always necessary, there is a lot of action and emotion here without that.

Minnie, this was so entertaining for us. Not sure if it was because it was our first, but we enjoyed every bit of it. The atmosphere was so positive and patriotic. I so much wanted to be on ground level, but being unfamiliar left me in the stands. Bull riding was sort of a disappointment, because all of the cowboys didn't stay on but just a couple of seconds. Although, there were some that these guys could have gotten seriously hurt.
Dave

[Charles Haacker]

Great stuff! No criticisms from me, but a leeeetle OT-ish, we loved Cody (Daphne was a Wyoming gal). We went to Cody as often as we could. When Matt was a young scout he and a bunch of others went on a hike that started in Cody, and all of us (boys and scoutmasters) went to the rodeo and had a great time. Daphne was thrilled but incidentally has always been allergic to horses (I think she was allergic to frogs even) so she teared and sniffed all the way through. (Did'ja get to the Buffalo Bill Museum? If not, go back, and plan a loooong day! )

[St3v3M]

The first is a beautiful setup shot but I really like the emotion of the second, so raw and wonderful. Well done! S-