Photography & Storytelling from the American West

Preserving the Soul of the West

A fine art photography brand and collectible magazine by Markus Van Meter. Through black-and-white imagery and long-form storytelling, The Western Lensman documents ranch life, heritage culture, and the people who carry the West forward.

Experience The Work

  • A black-and-white landscape of a mountain with steep, rocky slopes, dense forest at its base, and a lone horse and rider in the foreground on a grassy plain.

    Fine Art Prints

    Limited edition black-and-white prints crafted with a fine art eye and archival quality. Rooted in the Western landscape—available in select sizes and editions.

  • A book titled 'The Western Lensman' resting on a brown leather couch.

    Read The Magazine

    The Western Lensman is a printed journal of photography and story—featuring ranch life, heritage culture, and timeless Western moments. Each issue is a collectible piece of the American West.

  • A woman in a hat and jacket standing next to a brown and white horse in a snowy outdoor setting with mountains in the background.

    Commission a Story

    From ranches and legacy brands to heritage craftsmen and Western culture projects—commission a visual story told with intention, grit, and editorial clarity.