L. A. Huffman: Photographer of the American West. by PETERSON, Larry Len - 2003

Tucson: Settlers West Galleries, 2003. First edition. One of 135 specially bound and numbered copies, signed by the author. Square quarto. 296 pp. with Huffman photographs on every page. Publisher's reverse calf with gilt spine lettering, burgundy endpapers, cloth slipcase with gilt lettering. An excellent copy.Included is a Huffman matted color print of Red Sleeve, Cheyenne Scout, dated 1879. Laton Alton Huffman arrived in Miles City, Montana Territory in December of 1879. He was 25 years old and had come to seek the recently vacated position of post photographer at nearby Fort Keogh. Laton Alton Huffman arrived in Miles City, Montana Territory in December of 1879. He was 25 years old and had come to seek the recently vacated position of post photographer at nearby Fort Keogh. By far his most extensive and complete body of work relates to the cattle industry and its associated activities. He photographed the beginning, heyday, and end of the open range days. In addition to his skill and artistry as a photographer, he was able to incorporate his previous experiences as a rancher. He participated in roundups, helped with the activities and knew many of the area's ranchers and cowboys. His ability to anticipate the action helped him to be in the right place at the right time. His early action-stopping photos, many taken from his "four legged tripod", are unequaled.