WORKSHOPS

Experience the Spirit of the Old West at the Kokernot o6 Ranch

The Kokernot o6 Ranch, one of the largest working ranches in Texas, spans two of the state’s largest counties. Established in 1912, the ranch continues to operate much like it did over a century ago—with cowboys riding horseback to round up and manage cattle. Its dramatic landscapes, featuring deep canyons and towering mountains, offer some of the most breathtaking views in the region.

Privately owned by the same family for over 100 years, the o6 Ranch remains largely inaccessible to the public. However, as a participant in the Shooting West Texas Photography Workshop, you’ll be among a select few granted access to this iconic piece of the American West—offering a rare opportunity to photograph a living legacy.

The ranch has been featured on RFDTV’s Cowboy Authentic and Country Roads, and even inspired a short film by Waylon Jennings. Watch Waylon’s tribute to his time on the ranch here: YouTube link.

Autumn marks a pivotal season on the ranch, when cowboys drive approximately 3,000 head of cattle down from the high country across its vast 180,000 acres. During the workshop, you’ll capture dynamic scenes of the roundup, from cattle in the pens to the sweeping drives across rugged terrain. You’ll also have opportunities for classic cowboy portraits and night sky photography under the clear West Texas stars.

This workshop offers a truly immersive experience into the historic cowboy lifestyle—an unforgettable adventure you’ll preserve through your photography.

Produced by Vicki LeBlanc, with support from ThinkTank, Mpix, and Red River Paper.

– For reservations send email to vicki@vickileblanc.com or call / text 713-569-1366.

– Non photographer companion can be arranged, fee will apply.

POLICES AND PROCEDURES:
Shooting West Texas photography workshops are limited to a small group of attendees. The cost of the main day workshop is $750.00; a non-refundable deposit for $375.00 is necessary to reserve your spot for the workshop. The balance of your workshop is due, either by check or credit card, before the first day. Each add-on workshop day is $370.00. Night photography at the historic fort or o6 Ranch Headquarters.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
If you can’t attend the workshop you registered for, your deposit will be forwarded to the next workshop offered. Deposits are non-refundable.

HEALTH:
You must sign a Release of Liability form before the workshop begins with Shooting West Texas and Kokernot o6 Ranch. We cannot be made responsible for any student’s health issues. Photographing in ranch situations can be dangerous. You should be in reasonably good health to handle the high altitude.

LIMITS OF LIABILITY:
All workshop participants accept full responsibility for personal injury and or personal losses during the period of the workshop. Applications and payments are an acknowledgment of the terms and conditions as outlined in this document. Shooting West Texas, Vicki LeBlanc, are not responsible for injuries resulting from a participant’s carelessness, or for loss or damage to personal property before, during or after the workshop has been attended. This includes all damage to person or property due to accidents, delay in itinerary, or expenses incurred due to theft. Payments, including deposit, for the workshop offered by Shooting West Texas Photography Workshops mean the depositor has read this document and agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions. I have read the above paragraph concerning the policies and procedures, cancellation policy, health and limits of liability. I agree to hold Shooting West Texas Photography Workshops and Vicki LeBlanc harmless according to the above paragraphs. I also agree to be bound by the above terms and conditions, and wish to participate in the photography workshop.