Bullride Mania
Behind the scenes at Bullride Mania, this series documents the quiet moments that unfold beyond the arena, captured on 35mm film and digital.
A mix of digital and 35mm film.
A cowgirl looks on in concentration as she waits for her turn before the event.
A cowgirl warms up her horse along the arena rail ahead of competition.
Riders enter the arena at a steady trot, focused and composed.
A rider working with a lasso outside the arena while he awaits his event.
A mounted cowboy pauses at the arena entrance preparing for his event to begin.
Mounted competitors wait in position at the back of the arena.
A lead rider guides the group out of the pen, setting the pace as the procession moves into the arena and signals the start of the event.
Riders wait at the edge of the arena as the crowd gathers—anticipation thick in the air.
Riders wait on horseback inside the arena as the crowd fills in behind them between events.
A cowgirl rides along the arena edge, gathering her rope ahead of her ride.
A rider smiles in relief after completing her competition.