Back at the Ranch - Tools of the Trade

The making of handcrafted gear has flourished over the past two decades, with makers experimenting with new materials, techniques, and designs and adding their personal stamp to a long legacy of traditional artistry. These videos are a small example of the showcase of the expressive culture of the ranching community, with gearmaking videos, ranch videos, audio cowboy poetry and music available in our Back at the Ranch: An Artful Life online exhibition.

The Creak of Leather: A Visit with Saddlemaker Dale Harwood

Cowboy Chrome: A Visit with Bit and Spur Maker Mark Dahl

Braided, Twisted and Tied: A Visit with Mecate Maker Douglas Krause

Braided, Twisted and Tied: A Visit with Rawhide Braider Doug Groves

Banner photo by Jessica Brandi Lifland.