Cowboy Life

Thomas Saunders V has left his mark on all arenas the cowboy lifestyle, working as a cattle rancher, colt starter, movie wrangler and stock contractor. His drive is fueled by the legacy left by generations of Saunders before him, who spearheaded cattle drives in the late 1800s, cultivated the early beef market in the Fort Worth Stockyards, and established a ranch in Weatherford, Texas, that still operates today. Great stories of the great western lifestyle photographer David Stoecklein getting his start shoting Texas Cowboys.

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Wild cow catcher Travis Ericsson describes the thrill of roping feral cattle in rugged country. It’s a skill and a passion he inherited from his father, legendary Arizona cowpuncher Dave Ericsson. Travis’ cowboy career also includes training rope horses, competing in rodeo and raising cattle in desert country.

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Ed Ashurst has cowboyed on the most iconic ranches in Arizona. His experiences working cattle in the mountains, deserts and along the Mexican border have inspired more than a dozen books, both fiction and nonfiction. He is also a working cowboy who has ridden and gathered cattle and horses on over seven thousand square miles of the American West, accumulating over fifty years of experience as a big ranch cowboy. He currently manages a large cattle ranch in southeastern Arizona. He has also been involved in producing rodeos and horse shows, as well as horse sales, and has competed in the rodeo arena for over fifty years. His books are about his life's experiences covering different aspects and scenes that race across his vivid memory and water a fertile imagination. All that he has written originates from stories that are well worn from being told many times. He believes that storytelling is an art form that is no less important than painting or sculpting, and people say that his books read as if the storyteller is there in person. Here is a list of books he was written in the order in which he wrote them: "Miracle or Coincidence," "Real Cowboys," "Wagon Boss," "Mavericks," "Alligators in the Moat," "The Life and Times of Warner Glenn," "Stealin' From The Neighbors," "Charlie Gould," "Stories That Terrell Shelley Told Me," "Mel Potter and Friends," "Kidnapped," and coming soon, "Some of Them Dallied, Some Tied Hard and Fast.”  If interested in Ed’s books go to Amazon

John Welch says ranching is every bit as risky as snow-skiing down a steep, forest hillside. Nevertheless, he and his family have built a cattle operation from scratch, something few people can claim in this modern era. He shares his insights and experiences from his ranch headquarters in southeastern Colorado.

Jolyn Young shares her stories about the life of a cowboy – from the perspective of a real-life ranch wife. It turns out that being married to a cowboy takes just as much nerve and grit as chasing down a wild cow. Jolyn is known for her captivating and humorous stories, sharing them through her blog, a regular magazine column, and her newly released book, Never Burn Your Moving Boxes.

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Shannon Hall and Johnny Hill both learned the ropes of cowboying on the RO Ranch in the Texas Panhandle. Their baptism into the Western way of life included plenty of bronc rides and sticky predicaments. They shared those stories on stage in Amarillo, Texas, during the 2023 World Championship Ranch Rodeo, hosted by the Working Ranch Cowboys Association.

Whitney Hall, hailing from Loco, Oklahoma, is the dedicated manager of her family's cattle ranch. Her daily endeavors on horseback have not only made her a proficient participant in ranch rodeos and ranch horse competitions but also led her to secure the prestigious title of World's Greatest Horsewoman in 2022. Whitney's exceptional skills in the saddle set her apart in the competitive world of cow horse and ranch riding.

Beyond the accolades and competitions, Whitney's heart lies with the well-being of the cows and calves under her care. Despite her remarkable achievements, she remains grounded in her commitment to nurturing and tending to the needs of the ranch's livestock. Whitney Hall exemplifies a true cowgirl whose passion extends beyond the thrill of competitions to the fundamental responsibility of stewarding the ranch's animals.

Tim Cox is a renowned Western artist and an Arizona cowboy. He draws inspiration from his firsthand experience of the cowboy life, and his art primarily focuses on depicting authentic scenes of modern ranchers, horsemen, cowgirls, cattle, and horses. Over the years, Tim Cox has become one of the most recognizable Western artists in contemporary art.

His early career was characterized by the rugged and demanding lifestyle of remote cow camps. Tim spent long days in the saddle, working on ranches, and his dedication to capturing the essence of the West led to late nights spent in front of his easel, translating his experiences onto canvas.

Tim Cox's art is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of the Western way of life, showcasing the beauty of the land, the people, and the animals that inhabit it. His work resonates with those who appreciate the rich heritage and traditions of the American West.

To explore Tim Cox's artwork and learn more about his contributions to Western art, you can visit his official website at Tim Cox Fine Art. Additionally, you can find his art available for sale at Gallery4Collectors.com and ElegantHorsePictures.com. Tim Cox also maintains a presence on social media, including Facebook, where you can stay updated on his latest creations and insights into the Western art world.

Tripp Townsend makes his living running  yearling calves near Earth, Texas. He and his crew care for them in a feedlot and on irrigated wheat pastures northwest of Lubbock. His line of work doesn’t stop for bad weather or holidays, but it does include plenty of riding and roping in open country. 

Kevin Meyer’s Wyoming ranch roots trace to his upbringing on a remote cow-calf operation in the southeastern part of the state. His horseback skills stem from a wide range of experiences, from wrangling on dude ranches to running yearlings in the Laramie Mountains, day-working on local cattle outfits, and managing Wagonhound Land & Livestock’s horse program for several years. These days, his cowboy background guides his approach to training cow horses and teaching horsemanship clinics at his facility near Douglas, Wyoming.