About Boots and Buckles
Boots and Buckles is an artistic undertaking started
by award winning Photographer Kerri Singh of 2CreatePhotography back in 2012. As the
official photographer for the Stampede Talent Search Show, she was inspired by
the diverse exhibition of the Western lifestyle or cowboy
culture by everyday people around the city during this week long
celebration. The idea to capture that
spirit from multiple perspectives was born.
Boots
and Buckles, the spirit of which is to be interpreted in the broadest
appreciation of the phrase, is an all-inclusive depiction of the underlying
spirit of the cowgirl and cowboy, captured through the lens of an average spectator.
The
intent of the project is to crowd source a medley of images painting the
essence of the “Boots and Buckles” culture, that manifests itself during, but
is not limited to, the week long Stampede celebration.
Since its inception the endeavour has gradually started to gain interest as more photographers, amateur and professional, have started to partake.
While the Stampede itself is based in Calgary, it’s reference merely serves the purpose of being a source of suggestion. Images are sought and are welcomed from all domains, including rodeos and similar events that occur across Canada, which celebrate that lifestyle.
Thank you.
Since its inception the endeavour has gradually started to gain interest as more photographers, amateur and professional, have started to partake.
While the Stampede itself is based in Calgary, it’s reference merely serves the purpose of being a source of suggestion. Images are sought and are welcomed from all domains, including rodeos and similar events that occur across Canada, which celebrate that lifestyle.
Thank you.
Desired outcome
At this point in time, this project is in its
infancy and exploratory stage. We hope to see it gain traction amongst the
photo journalistic community and enthusiasts. As we grow, both in terms of
members, participants and the repository of images, we will be able to
articulate our long-term vision with more clarity.
For now, the images will be made available online. Who knows what the future holds.. a series of
coffee table books perhaps. All suggestions and ideas are very welcome.
If you would
like to participate as an administrative member please click here to apply. We
don’t hold long dreary meetings and we leverage technology to make our
collaborative process inclusive and manageable.
We may meet as a group in person over a glass of wine to share our
collective vision, but most of our project related communication is conducted
online.
Hope to hear from you.
The Team at "Boots and Buckles"
