I went along to Harvey Dickson’s Rodeo down here at Boyup Brook to get some reference photos for some western and rodeo inspired paintings that I have planned. I can understand where the origins for many of the events lay – calf roping, bareback and saddle bronc…even the steer undecorating, but I really have to wonder who on earth first thought of trying to ride a full grown bull that would rather kill you? LOL, must have been a man with more bulls than brains;)
Here’s a few of my favourite shots.

Junior Steer riding © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Junior Steer riding © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Junior Breakaway Roping © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Junior Bull Riding © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Junior Bull Riding © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Junior Barrel Racing © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Bull Riding © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Thats going to hurt! © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Bareback bronc riding © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Saddle Bronc event © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Rodeo Cowboy © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Steer Wrestling © South West Photography All Rights Reserved

Harvey Dickson's Guitar Man
The full set of proofs for the rodeo are available to view and purchase online at South West Photography.