“My spark for boot making happened over a number of years. I knew I wanted to work with my hands and had been searching for a very long time for a business that was creative, functional and unique. Making custom footwear definitely checks all those boxes,” says Ryan Barron. Meet Ryan Barron of Barron Boot …
Highlights from this year\’s fantastical BBQ Competition.
Story by Piper Whelan Sheila Schaetzle is wild about nature. It’s evident in her art: in how she paints radiant autumn leaves in a distant valley, in the way she creates light on a snowy path. This Calgary-based artist uses her Maritime roots and Alberta home for artistic inspiration, both of which will be seen …
It\’s becoming increasingly prevalent to consider source (local) and company (niche) in our world. In a sense, our western culture has perhaps always leaned more towards a high standard of craftsmanship, than an overload of cheap trappings. We cherish one well-made bit crafted from a local artisan, over 10 made overseas. A pair of chaps so …
In our March/2013 edition, we profiled 20 interesting artisans of the West, casting a sweet little spotlight on a few of the most ambitious silver, leather, jewellery and gear makers, fashionistas and even a cake baker. Since then we\’ve stayed in touch with nearly all of them, and continue to feed our own inspirations with both their love of …
Tom Balding Sheridan, Wyoming Bit and Spur Maker & Silversmith With a passion for the western culture fed through the trainers, competitors and riders that use his product, Tom Balding is still forging ahead in the industry after nearly 30 years. A self-taught artist, Balding began building bits and spurs in 1986. Soon, the …
Our March 2013 issue featured the Ultimate Artisans of the West. Over the next few months, we’ll profile some of the talented artisans we met, and whose work we fell in love with. To see the full feature, order the back issue. Paige Albrecht Linden, AB Artist and Leatherwork Roll young, stunning and talented all into …
John Mincer Mincer Silversmiths Fallon, Nevada Silversmith John Mincer prides himself on his craft. But beyond that lies a deep-rooted respect for that which is sourced, made and appreciated at home. John Mincer was born and raised in Nevada’s Great Basin and is a third generation rancher. From early in his childhood he was schooled …
One of the real gratifying perks of my job is the pleasure of meeting the western artists and artisans whose work I\’ve admired from afar, as over the years, we\’ve structured the content of the magazine to include more of a cultural bend and showcase the vibe of art and crafts in the western world. …
Swift Current Agricultural and Exhibition Association Welcome to Ranchman’s Ridin’ & Recitin’! This was Swift Current Agricultural and Exhibition’s Cultural Days call to Kinetic Exhibition Park. Whether you were from the city or the country – here was an opportunity to witness and be a part of Swift Current’s agriculture and western heritage through ranching events, …
