Allen Public Library
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Loc: Allen, TX USA
Reg: 09-23-03
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El Charro, man on horseback, plays an important role in the history of the United States, Central and South America. The Mexican version of the American cowboy, only much older, El Charro arose from the ranch culture first brought to Mexico by the Spanish.
Famed San Antonio photographer Al Rendon took this ideal subject for the camera and created a collection of splendid photographs for his book Charreada: Mexican Rodeo in Texas. His photos juxtapose the grit of the arena with the poise and polish of the charros, charras, and their horses. View images and learn more about Mexican Rodeo at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 17 at the Allen Public Library, 300 N. Allen Dr., free.
In 1981, Al Rendon began photographing Charreada. Capturing the images of elegant pageantry, the thrilling action and the colorful crowds, Texas historian and curator Bruce Shackleford wrote, “Dodging moving horses, ropes, and the excited crowds for over 20 years, Al Rendon has artfully captured the action and excitement of the Charreada for the rest of the world to see.” The result is well-documented in Charreada: Mexican Rodeo in Texas, published by University of North Texas Press in 2002. His photos have been exhibited throughout the country.
Call 214-509-4911.
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