Capturing the Heart of the West: Welcome to the 3H Rodeo Blog Series — by Wayne Hassinger, 3H Rodeo / 3H Photography

Hey Folks,                    

I’m Wayne, the guy behind the lens at 3H Rodeo, the rodeo photography side of 3H Photography, and I’m excited to welcome you to the first in a series of blog posts I’ll be sharing here with Wyoming Lifestyle Magazine – The Blog. In this series, I’ll share the action from everywhere it gets a little western – inside the arena as well as from behind the chutes and the practice pen – all from the wide-open skies of rodeos and eventing across Wyoming and the Mountain States.

At 3H Rodeo, we don’t just photograph rodeos—we live and breathe the western lifestyle and capture its essence in pictures and words. I “shoot” the action at youth, amateur, and professional rodeos, as well as the powerful and elegant sport of eventing. From county fairs and ranch rodeos where neighbors cheer from the fence to the larger venues where the pros match up with the rankest stock, every stop tells a story, and every image captures a moment that says something about our shared heritage. “Doing cowboy stuff” doesn’t just refer to rodeo, so we’ll be talking about brandings, roundups, and all things western living.

In this space, I’ll be sharing my experiences and some pictures to go along with the stories. I’ll bring you highlights from the arenas, behind-the-scenes snapshots, and some of the faces that keep the western tradition alive and strong. Whether it’s a young rider’s first mutton bustin’ experience or a world champion covering his bronc, I aim to freeze those moments in time and honor the spirit of the West.

I’ve been blessed to roam this rugged, beautiful land and capture what I see through the lens, and I want you to feel like you’re in the arena or at the branding right alongside me. Expect rodeo recaps, photo galleries, personal reflections, and features on the people and places that make Wyoming special. And, if you’re in the mood for one of our stunning Wyoming sunsets, please give the 3H Photography blog – Tales From Nature a look and a read.

Thanks for riding along. The journey’s just beginning, so get it on your mind.

See y’all down the road,

Wayne

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