Holding the Reins: A Ride Through Cowgirl Life

by Marc Talbert

Whether it's summer in Colorado or Utah, fall in Montana, winter in Wyoming, or spring in New Mexico -- every season is busy when you live on a ranch. The work is tough, and it's not for just anyone. But it's the work -- and the life -- that cowgirls love best. With respect and a keen eye, Marc Talbert vividly captures the busy days in the lives of four KaDee Chew, Sarah Guenzler, Katy Whitlock, and Leslie Barmann. These young women share abiding love for family teamwork, the animals they care for, and the wide-open, western spaces they each call home. And they all balance the routines of ranch work, schoolwork, and fun with ease. Striking black-and-white images by nationally acclaimed photographer Barbara Van Cleve portray these cowgirls hard at work and hard at play, holding the reins of life with confidence, energy, and joy.

112 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 2003

Reviews

[Becky Gullion · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the stories in this book. The photography is great, Barbara takes wonderful pictures. Most of all though, I enjoyed spending time with Marc and Barbara as they interviewed and photographed our family for the winter cowgirl, Katy Whitlock.