Short Take – Tom Wodrich, aka Tom Woods, Photographer of the Decade

Dec 25, 2024

Short Take – Tom Wodrich, aka Tom Woods, Photographer of the Decade
Short Take – Tom Wodrich, aka Tom Woods, Photographer of the Decade

In this special edition of Beyond the Chutes, host Doug Simcox reads the March 1980 Rodeo News article, From Parachutes to Bucking Chutes: Tom Wodrich is the Photographer of the Decade.

Doug is joined by Tom Wodrich, aka Tom Woods, to reflect on his journey—from growing up in Chicago to becoming a rodeo photography legend. Together, they discuss the striking that decorate Doug’s office walls and explore the unique power and emotion captured in monochrome photography.

With seven Rodeo News covers in 1979 and countless iconic images, Tom’s work has immortalized the grit, resilience, and triumph of rodeo. Don’t miss this Short Take as Doug and Tom celebrate the artistry and unforgettable moments that define the rodeo lifestyle.

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