Fog at Hillingdon Book Released

In September 2015, I released my current book, Fog at Hillingdon.  It is a photographic look at fog at our family’s seven generation Texas Hill Country ranch, and an exploration of why land stewardship is important to all.  Also published by Texas … [Read more...]

The Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation Blog Post

Recently, I was honored by being asked to write for The Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation: “The Many Voices of Conservation” blog series exploring the fascinating spectrum of conservation initiatives and the human role in preserving the … [Read more...]

Berries in the Pasture

In David’s photograph, the gorgeous holly (possumhaw) offers a natural source of color for centerpieces and holiday decorations, but it is considered mildly toxic to humans. When the agarita shrub blooms, the berries can be eaten by humans and … [Read more...]

Texas Parks & Wildlife’s 2015 Texas Private Lands Calendar Released

Texas Parks & Wildlife’s 2015 Texas Private Lands Calendar Released With Text and Photographs From the book Hillingdon Ranch: Four Seasons, Six Generations Comfort, TX– Texas Parks & Wildlife has released their 2015 Texas Private Lands … [Read more...]

Shearing Time

Before the age of three, I would ask my mother, “Where are Robin, Carol, and the shearers?” At that time, my grandfather had recently passed away. Even in the midst of my sadness, I was always excited to see the Gileses, and I knew they were all … [Read more...]

Comfort Heritage Foundation Recognizes David K. Langford

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Publication Date: May 16, 2014 Contact: David K. Langford Phone (830) 995-2147 dkl@hillingdonranchbook.com https://www.hillingdonranchbook.com   Comfort Heritage Foundation Brenda Seidensticker Phone (830) … [Read more...]

Memories at Feeding Time

David captures the Giles’ feed-truck with cows in tow, against the gorgeous backdrop of the Laurels, and immediately I reminisce about feeding cows with my grandfather and, later, Robin in his stead. Likewise, some of the only memories I have of my … [Read more...]

Hillingdon, Leslie, and Laurels Ranches Honored as 2014 Lone Star Land Steward Award Winners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Publication Date: April 10, 2014 Contact: David K. Langford Phone (830) 995-2147 dkl@hillingdonranchbook.com https://www.hillingdonranchbook.com   Texas Parks & Wildlife Linda Campbell, Program Director Phone (512) … [Read more...]

Hillingdon Ranch Book Slide Show

All the images in this production are but a few from the book "Hillingdon Ranch: Four Seasons, Six Generations," which is a beautifully photographed and written portrait of a ranching family and their life in the Texas Hill Country. Press the … [Read more...]

Hillingdon Ranch: Four Seasons, Six Generations Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    Hillingdon Ranch: Four Seasons, Six Generations Co-Authored by David K. Langford and Lorie Woodward Cantu 256 Pages. 206 Color photos. Map. College Station: University Press $35, Hardbound Publication Date: Scheduled … [Read more...]