Arnaud Montagard, Photographer, Paris

Description

A cowboy on horseback is practicing his roping technique in a rodeo arena. The man, silhouetted against the background, wears a cowboy hat and holds a rope in his hand. He sits astride a dark-colored horse that is mid-stride in the dirt. The arena is enclosed by a light-colored wooden fence. In the background, a covered structure is visible. A tall metal light pole stands to the left of the frame. The sky is a clear blue, and the lighting suggests it is late afternoon or early evening. The image is generally dark, with some sections washed in bright, warm light.