"The awful truth is that I love all of cowboying, even when everything has gone wrong and it's not looking to get any better. Sometimes I especially like it that way."
~ Kurt Markus
Not only is "the cowboy" an enduring American icon but the cowboy "look" has continued to symbolize independence, self-sufficiency, and freedom.
Born from the rugged individuals who settled the frontier in the late 19th century, Hollywood's portrayal of cowboys, with legendary figures like John Wayne and Clint Eastwood, has further cemented this look into iconic status. Today cowboy boots, Stetson hats, denim jeans, and bandanas have become timeless fashion staples, transcending their practical origins.
But Kurt is not photographing an imitation. This shot, this subject and these clothes are the real deal. A great photograph, and a historic document of function and fashion of the real working cowboy.
