“Truly my favorite things to photograph are the cowboys and cowgirls that are the heart and soul of the sport of rodeo. I absolutely love and cherish meeting and photographing these men and women. And horses and cattle. I brake hard for horses and cattle.” – Rebecca Moran
As a website, one of the things we pride ourselves on is highlighting creative spirits–especially women–in the Texas Hill Country region. And so it’s without further fanfare that we introduce you to Rebecca Moran (Website | Instagram | Facebook), a photographer with a special gift for capturing gorgeous shots of rodeos and rural life.
On her roots and family
“I grew up on a farm and working cattle ranch in rural Oklahoma. I moved to Houston in 1989, and I made the move to Austin in 1993. Currently, I live in Cedar Park with my husband, our two teenagers, and our beloved Vizsla, Daisy. I’m a lifestyle photographer, specializing in rodeos, farm and ranch, and western lifestyles.”
On being a photographer
“I absolutely love being a photographer and everything that comes with it. I appreciate the raw reality and beauty of everyday life, the undeniable and candid moments, and the fleeting moments found in between.
I’ve always had a love for photography, but it wasn’t until late 2016 that I began to really see and understand the art of photography–and the stories that were hidden in each image. With the experience and gratefulness of growing up on a fifth generation farm, it was easy for me to know exactly what stories I should tell. My goal as a photographer hasn’t changed since that day in 2016. In fact, my desire to bring awareness to a lifestyle I fear is fading away only increases with time. Capturing the authenticity and genuine spirit of the people, land, and animals is a true passion of mine.
I’m a creative creature at heart so I like to spend time playing with other art forms. I can recharge my batteries just by browsing the aisles of my local hobby and craft stores. I had a friend joke one time that she was going to put a 15-minute timer on me before I went craft shopping.”
On rodeo photography
“When sharing my rodeo photos, I purposefully select the ones that really capture the substance and beauty of the sport. That might mean that an image of a cowboy or cowgirl preparing for their ride, or a special moment during the opening ceremonies, overshadows the over-the-top action shot.
Truly my favorite things to photographare the cowboys and cowgirls that are the heart and soul of the sport of rodeo. I absolutely love and cherish meeting and photographing these men and women. And horses and cattle. I brake hard for horses and cattle.”
On the Hill Country as inspiration
“My favorite things about photographing the Texas Hill Country are the landscapes and agriculture along its many back roads. In fact, my husband and I have recently started recording all the different road trips we’ve taken by only traveling on back roads, and it’s becoming quite an impressive map!”
On the art of photography
“The one thing that I wish people better understood about the art of photography is that it’s the art of telling stories through the lens of a camera. It’s the art of finding the perfect light, at an exact moment in time, combined with a composition that will ultimately reflect the emotions and connections to the subject for both the viewer and photographer.”
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