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Buckskin and Blue

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I think it’s time for a giveaway! It’s been a while, and since we’re calving, and don’t have time to share the stories (and there are a few already), this will be the next best thing, right?

A couple weeks ago, I shared this photo on Facebook and everyone loved it. Then I shared it in a ranch-wives group and asked for names. The person who chose the name of the piece, won a 10×10. I loved the name, and so to celebrate, I’m going to give away another signed print – a 10×10 of “Buckskin and Blue”.

Here’s the piece you can win:

equine photography, horse photography, western photography, ranch life, horses in the pasture, horses on a ranch, blaze face horses, horse photos, wild horse photos

I also took a few other photos that day – and I’m considering offering them as a series (an as of yet- un-named series):

horse photos, equine photos, ranch photos, ranch horses, south dakota horses, south dakota ranches

All you have to do to win, is leave a comment below letting me know why you come to my little corner of the web, or tell me what you think I should call the series. And you can enter more than once if you have multiple reasons you like to visit or you head over to G+ and follow me there (come back, leave a comment, and let me know you did!). The winner will be chosen at random after voting closes at noon cst, Friday May 2.

I can’t wait to hear from you! And I will ship out of the country!

Happy Trails and Good Luck!

About ~The South Dakota Cowgirl~

Jenn Zeller is the creative mind and boss lady behind The South Dakota Cowgirl. She is an aspiring horsewoman, photographer, brilliant social media strategist and lover of all things western.

After a brief career in the investment world to support her horse habit (and satisfy her mother, who told her she had to have a “real” job after graduating college), she finally took the leap and stepped away from a regular income; trading the business suit once and for all for cowgirl boots, a hat, and jeans. She has not looked back.

When Jenn first moved to The DX Ranch on the South Dakota plains, she never imagined she’d find herself behind a camera lens capturing an authentic perspective of ranching, and sharing it with others. Jenn has always been called to artistry, and uses music, writing, images, home improvement, and her first true love of horses to express her ranching passion.

Horses are the constant thread and much of her work centers around using her unique style of writing to share her horsemanship journey with others in publications such as CavvySavvy, the AQHA Ranching Blog, the West River Eagle, the family ranch website, and her own website.

Using photography to illustrate her stories has created other opportunities -- Jenn’s brand “The South Dakota Cowgirl” has grown to the level of social media “Influencer”. This notoriety has led to work with Duluth Trading Company, Budweiser, Wyoming Tourism, Vice, Circle Z Ranch and Art of the Cowgirl, to name a few. She also serves as a brand ambassador for Woodchuck USA, Arenus Equine Health, Triple Crown Feed and Just Strong fitness apparel. Her photography has been featured by Instagram, Apple, TIME Magazine, The Huffington Post, and Oprah Magazine. Jenn’s work has been published internationally, has been seen in several books and has graced the covers of several magazines.

Jenn became a social media influencer by accident when she started to explore Instagram as a way to share her life on the ranch with folks that don’t get to experience it. It’s grown into an incredible platform that she uses to empower women, create an environment for self improvement and share life on the ranch.

When she’s not working, she loves to drink coffee, play with her naughty border collie named Copper, start ranch colts, and run about the country chasing cans. Her mother still thinks she doesn’t have a “real” job.

Give your horse or dog, or cat the gift of mobility.

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  2. Caitlyn McCollum says

    Love everything you write about and love your photography! Nice to see another ranch wives perspective.

  4. Sara says

    I come to see a way of life that I think I’d like to live. Except in the winter. The pictures are great.

  5. NC Cowgirl says

    I come to see your pictures and horses! I’m in love with most of your horses and want to come visit..when it’s warm of course! 😉

  8. Nancy says

    I love the name!!!!! I love coming to your corner of the world, because when I get to heaven this is what I will be doing!

  10. amy jardon says

    I love your photography, the beautiful landscape and the contrasts in color you are able to capture. Reminds me of home, the beautiful colors of crop changes, although we had a dairy farm with feeder steers (Holsteins, not Angus)

  11. Pamela Myers-Lewis says

    I just discovered your blog and so enjoyed the first article I read that I thought I’d sign up. Interested in reservation life; appreciate your perspective on it.

  12. Amy Davis says

    A friend of mine turned me on your Facebook page knowing how much my daughter loves horses. She absolutely loves to see all the amazing pictures you post. It would mean so much to her to win one to hang in her bedroom.

  13. Amy Davis says

    I love to experience a different landscape and way of life then what I am used to. Your photos are so peaceful and tranquil to look at.

  14. Cara says

    In the city, but living the ranch life vicariously through you! You capture it so beautifully! I would title it Trail Blazers since they both have perfect blaze faces!

  16. sally cameton says

    I come because you are living the life I wish I lived but never did

  17. Pat Gleeson says

    I actually get to see these guys for real and very soon. It is a blessing to see horses roaming such an ancient land and the surroundings have barely changed. I come here because you are a friend and I support my friends to the end!! I also come along here cause it helps me keep in touch with that flame that burns inside of me everyday!!

  18. Nicole Weaver says

    I love looking at your photography and hearing your awesome stories!

  21. Sunnie says

    I like your pictures! They are beautiful, and they teach people about life ranch.

  22. Sunnie says

    I also like your stories, and talking about horses, your training courses you go on. I like to learn from you!

  24. Anne s. says

    I read your blog to be in touch with a very different part of the country from my own, and a different way of life, and you sound like a really fun person too! thanks –

  25. Shae Elam says

    I love looking at your pics they bring a smile and peace to me every time no matter what is going on that day I truly appreciate seeing them. Thank you for sharing them with us!!!!

  26. Andrea says

    I found your blog by accident..I love it. I also live in South Dakota, and I am very much in love with horses. I hope one day (soon would be nice) to convince my husband to let me have one or two on our farm. I have horses, mules, and donkeys back home in Nebraska! I excited to look through your blog some more!!

  28. Pattie Boden says

    I’m an East Coaster cowgirl in training and living vicariously through the adventures of Jenn and The Cowboy. As one raised in the Blue Ridge Mtns of Virginia, the landscape of the South Dakota territory is dramatic and peaceful at the same time. I also enjoy learning about the life of ranchers played out by true Natives of this country. Thanks SDC!

  30. Jonni Arpan says

    I come here because of like your photographic perspective on life here in South Dakota….

  31. Kendall says

    You’re pictures and photography skills are amazing…I come here to day dream of having a life on a ranch through you’re photos. The world is best viewed through the ears of a horse. X

  32. Cathy says

    I grew up in SD but have not lived there for over 30 years. When I look at your beautiful photographs I’m reminded of my wonderful childhood. Wide-open expanses, beautiful color, saturation and contrast, simple but striking content. Keep them coming…

  33. Jo Bishop says

    I found you via the FB Buck Brannaman page…I love your commitment to his methods and always sppreciate reading your comments…I also of course love your photography and blogs….I live in Ireland so it brings the amazing country you live in to me with stunning creativity. Thankyou