Charles F. Lummis’ publication, The Land of Sunshine, gives us a glimpse of the old California vaquero, his methods and his gear.

Charles F. Lummis’ publication, The Land of Sunshine, helped many noted artists get their start.

Ernie Morris’ stories and art preserve the traditions of the California vaquero culture.

Learn to tie this knot that celebrates the vaquero bridle horse culture.

The celebrated cowboy poet wrote with a style that was uniquely unromantic and undoubtedly authentic.

Photographer John Langmore and award-winning filmmaker Bud Force, both based in Austin, Texas, have partnered to begin production of a feature-length documentary called Cowboys, which will authentically portray the lifestyle of working cowboys on some of the largest cattle ranches in the West.

Early California vaqueros often created daring competitions that displayed advanced horsemanship skills.

Also known as “Chief Rojas,” he chronicled the life and lore of the California vaquero.