Chasing Windmills at Empire Ranch
by Janet Marie
Title
Chasing Windmills at Empire Ranch
Artist
Janet Marie
Medium
Photograph - Photography Bw
Description
I just love the windmills of the Arizona cattle ranch, grasslands and their history. So when I visit the Empire Ranch in Sonoita, Arizona, I can't help but want to photograph it.
This black and white photography, paints a picture of nostalgia, and against this stormy wintery sky, gives it a dramatic feel. This windmill and water tank, are just part of the memories of The Historic Empire Ranch, located in Cienega Valley, southeast of Tucson and 10 miles north of Sonoita, Arizona (USA).
The historic Empire Ranch has been a working cattle ranch for 140 years. It was originally established in the 1860’s as a homestead ranch of a 160 acres. Its rich history includes successive ownership by two prominent ranching families, two corporations, and finally by the Federal Government on behalf of the public.
Today the Empire Ranch House reflects the story of ranch life in Southeast Arizona, from the harsh, unforgiving years of the frontier era, down to our day. In 1997, a group of private citizens formed the Empire Ranch Foundation.
Its mission is “To protect, restore and sustain the Empire Ranch historical buildings and landscape as an outstanding western heritage education center.” (Empireranchfoundation.org website)
Chasing Windmills at Empire Ranch © 2021 Janet Marie Photography, All Rights Reserved.
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March 2nd, 2021
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Comments (10)
Vicky Sweeney
Beautiful capture and so moving in black and white!
Janet Marie replied:
Vicky! Thank you for visiting my gallery and sharing your wonderful comment about my photography. I truly appreciate it!
Janet Marie
Jenny! Thank you for the HOMEPAGE FEATURE, in your lovely Art Group, "No Place Like Home!" It's an honor to have my artwork recognized in this special way. I really appreciate it!
Sharon McConnell
Terrific work in black and white! L/F
Janet Marie replied:
Sharon! Thank you for taking the time to visit my collection of work, and to express such lovely words about my photography. I really appreciate that, and the fave! Janet💕
Larisa Fedotova
Gorgeous work! f/l/tw
Janet Marie replied:
Larisa! Thank you for taking the time to visit my collection of work, and to express such lovely words about my photography. I really appreciate that, and the Tweet! Janet💕
Henk Meijer Photography
Beautiful b&w work, Janet
Janet Marie replied:
Henk! Thank you for taking the time to visit my collection of work, and to express such lovely words about my photography. I really appreciate that! Janet💕
Stephen Thomas
Excellent photo!
Janet Marie replied:
Stephen! Thank you for taking the time to visit my collection of work, and to express such lovely words about my photography. I really appreciate that! Janet💕
Angela Davies
Love the title and the drama of the windmill against the clouds LF
Janet Marie replied:
Angela! It is very thoughtful and kind of you to share such a wonderful comment about, "Chasing Windmills at Empire Ranch." I am glad you love the title and have chosen this a favorite too. Janet💕
OBT Imaging
so authentic so good for the imagination L/F following
Janet Marie replied:
Big thanks OBT Imaging for stopping by and commenting on a place that has a special place in my heArt. Windmills are special for me, and I just seem to be drawn to them. One of the things I like about visiting Empire Ranch. I appreciate you choosing this as a favorite of yours, too.
Jerry Bokowski
Beautiful black & white, Janet Marie...it evokes a nostalgic look for the historic ranch....Fav / Like
Janet Marie replied:
So sweet of you to say dear, Jerry. You know how I love black and white photography. So glad I could have this presentation of a favorite of mine. Really gives the feel of a wintry day. I appreciate the fave, too. Thank you!
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