This black and white photograph captures a solitary figure seated on a fence line at 44 Farms near Cameron, Texas, watching riders return from the far pasture.
The composition is structured through strong horizontals: the fence cutting across the lower third of the frame, the distant tree line beyond it, and the broad Texas sky rising above. The figure’s placement to the left balances the riders in the distance, creating a quiet spatial tension across the scene.
Rendered in monochrome, the image emphasizes silhouette and scale. The bright sky contrasts with the darker foreground, allowing the human presence to anchor the landscape without dominating it.
The result is restrained and contemplative — a pause within motion, and a study in distance and return.
Awards and Exhibitions
- The Art League of Baytown — FotoFest Exhibition (2026)
Juror: Catherine Couturier
- New York Center for Photographic Arts (2026)
Third Place — Urban Suburban, Rural (Rural Section)
Juror: Paula Tognarelli
Limited Edition
Issued in a total edition of 15, with 2 Artist Proofs.
The edition applies across all sizes.
Authentication
All works are signed and include a certificate of authenticity.
Fine art paper prints include matched hologram verification.
Acrylic and aluminum presentations include a signed aluminum authentication plate affixed to the reverse.
