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Few people get the chance to explore Oregon’s landscapes the way Tyler Roemer does. For more than a decade, the Bend-based photographer has tramped across the state from corner to corner pursuing a singular passion: capturing outdoor adventurers at play in the epic backdrop of Oregon’s mountains, rivers and deserts. More

Just off the Oregon coast at Cannon Beach lays scenic Haystack Rock. For the photographer there are an endless number of ways to shoot this picturesque monolith, and here are a few of my favorites: Use the dunes for a foreground to frame Haystack rock along the beach. By using this technique you set up interest and texture… More

If there is a iconic shot in Oregon, it is the view from the edge of Sparks Lake looking towards South Sister. The scenery here is simply stunning, and it always amazes me how few people come here for sunrise. The lake is about a 40-minute drive west of my home in Bend, Oregon. One… More

Summer in Central Oregon is a gorgeous time. In the courtyard of our house southeast of Bend, the lavender is in full bloom. The yellow flowers of the rabbit brush are starting to get pretty and the hummingbirds are all over the place. They fly in formations over our heads while we sip cappuccinos in… More

Sometimes you have to plan ahead to get the photo you want. I envisioned a photo of the Swampy Lakes Shelter at dusk with some pink sky behind it. Before heading out at around 2:00 p.m., I packed two Nikon SB800 Speedlights, each outfitted with a yellow gel. It is much easier to do this… More

Here I am in the middle of a beautiful high altitude meadow, not far from the hamlet Fossil in Northeastern Oregon.  The sun is setting, and the yellowish light of the weakening sun lights hit the grass and the two riders in front of me. It is like a scene out of a Zane Grey… More

Nestled in a serene nook of Portland, Oregon’s Washington Park sits the beautiful Portland Japanese Garden. This is a photo gem at any time of year, so I return to the Garden often to photograph the changing of the seasons. There are five different gardens within the Portland Japanese Garden: the Sand and Stone Garden,… More

Living in Oregon as a professional photographer has his perks. One being the stunning nature of this beautiful state. As a international travel photographer I know what I'm talking about. Together with my wife we have covered over 70 countries for various projects from books to magazine features and commercial clients. We have been living… More

The Oregon Cascade Range holds a treasure trove of mountain lakes, both large and small. Nearly every summer since I was a kid I have made at least one journey to camp at a lake in the Cascades. Oregon's mountain lakes make for excellent photography in any light, but photographing them under a canopy of… More

There are many hidden treasures in Oregon. One of them is Scott Lake near McKenzie Pass west of the little town of Sisters. You can get great photos here of the Three Sisters Mountains across this beautiful little body of water. In the evening the sun hits the mountains just right. There are walk-in camping… More

Photographing urban landscapes is particularly fun at night. When it gets dark, cities provide their own light source. Portland, Oregon is a highly photogenic city to photograph at night, with a classic skyline of glass and metal high-rises and a interweaving maze of freeways, overpasses and bridges.  Add to that the regular festivals and celebrations,… More

As a photographer residing in Southern Oregon I often visit the Rogue River, one of Oregon's most scenic. The Rogue River Gorge, near Union Creek on Highway 62, is a place that I have photographed many times. The river cascades into a narrow channel in the volcanic basalt and continues for a couple hundred yards… More

Living in Bend, one can easily take for granted the wonderful view of the Three Sisters Mountains to the west. As a photographer, I have had the pleasure of enjoying so many beautiful crimson-colored sunsets as the cloud layers build up over these jagged peaks that I rarely find myself choosing them as a subject… More

Along the Oregon- Washington border is the dramatic and deep Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The Gorge is my home, and I watch it every day under the change of seasons. I’ve photographed here professionally for years. Photographers flock here for the many spectacular waterfalls which drop off the cliffside – the most famous… More

October along the Deschutes River is always a stunning — and even more so recently when I went there with a German photographer friend. Its always great when you can impress visitors with the scenic beauty here in Central Oregon. This morning turned out to be one of those moments you crave in nature photography. First… More

Working with fruit from both the Sandstone and Volcanic that predominate in Oregon, Bachelder is able to capture the fruit and coax out the stunning minerality of Oregon Chardonnay in all of its purity. More

Some nights are better than others and some nights are pure magic. Central Oregon's Badlands Wilderness just east of Bend is a very special place to visit during full moon. It is a favorite with local Bendites and visitors alike. As a photographer, I am drawn to desert places and I love the solitude of… More

From snowy peaks to high desert plains to flowing rivers, the landscape of Central Oregon has been inspiring makers for generations. Many locals draw upon the scenery to feed their creative endeavors, pouring their passion into everything from books, hats and fishing flies to whiskey, beer and gin. On your next visit, take time to check out their wares and sample their tasty innovations. You may just get inspired to get crafty yourself. More

Our tours are carefully structured to enrich and excite photo-travelers from all over the world about the beauty and wonder of Oregon. We work hard to provide a rich full experience. As a photographer, you’re looking for more than just a snapshot of a pretty place. You want to experience the character, history, culture, aesthetics and emotion of the locations you photograph, and you want to help preserve the beauty and majesty of those locations. Oregon Photo Safaris gives you the opportunity to live the... More

This 215-mile/346-kilometer drive captures a quintessential slice of Oregon scenery as it winds along the lush western slope of the Cascade Mountains, where some of the state’s best-known rivers spill through timeless fir forests. More

Traveling through Oregon by RV is never the same experience, and that’s part of why it's such a wonderful place to visit. Out of all the road trips we’ve taken through Oregon, two scenic routes uniquely captured our imaginations as RV campers. Oregon Coast to Central Oregon The first route we’ve enjoyed exploring on our… More

We Oregonians love scrappy individualism, DIY know-how and a strong sense of community. Oh, and a good drink. Oregon’s distillers capture all of that and then some. In 2007, many of the state’s craft distilleries banded together as the Oregon Distillers Guild (the nation’s first), offering spirit lovers the chance to try handcrafted, small batch vodka,… More

You can learn much about our state by exploring the many towering whitewashed wonders that rise above the Oregon coastline. Oregon’s lonesome-looking sentinels are prized for the scenic moments that capture our hearts, plus the sheer rugged coastal drama they lend the landscape. They also take us back to the state’s early days of maritime… More

The Oregon Vortex is a glimpse of a strange world where the improbable is the commonplace and everyday physical facts are reversed. It is an area of naturally occurring visual and perceptual phenomena, which can be captured on film. No matter your education or profession you will find a challenge to all your accepted theories. Open seven days a week from March through October. More

At Silver Falls State Park, fourteen foamy white curtains whirl and ripple and tumble and shimmer at one of the most delightful park lands in Oregon. Adam Bacher, an Oregon resident and noted landscape photographer, said he’s lucky enough to capture the falls from every angle. “To me, Silver Falls State Park is like a… More

Visit us in downtown Dundee, Oregon the heart of the Willamette Valley. Enjoy seated, leisurely tastings in our stunning Tasting House, or on our outdoor porch or patio.For a more in-depth visit, book an Elevated Experience. These intimate group tastings Masters of Sparkling Class and Argyle Legacy Tasting are hosted by an expert in the Argyle Library. A pioneer in the Oregon wine industry, Argyle was founded in 1987 by Rollin Soles to capture the unique terroir of the Willamette Valley in a sparkling wine.... More

Crashing, boiling, breathtaking, roaring. These are the words used by writers, poets and travelers to describe the waterfalls of Oregon. What’s harder to capture is our fascination with these powerful cascading streams that spill out of the wooded hillsides and snow-capped mountains around the state. Year after year we return to witness the cycle of… More

We thought we knew Oregon like nobody’s business. Then we watched “Finding Oregon,” a video from Uncage the Soul Productions, and fell in love all over again. More

The Backroad Grill is located in the heart of Southern Oregon on the road to Rogue River fishing, rafting, Indian Mary Park, Galice and Wildlife Images. Our cozy new room “Detour at Backroad” offers the very best in Oregon wines, a wide selection of beers and irresistible appetizers. We strive for excellence in both food quality & service. We hand select only the freshest ingredients and pay special attention to capturing the perfect flavors for every meal. Our signature presentation awakens the appetite and enhances... More

LongSword is a family-owned, farmed, and operated vineyard & winery located in the heart of the Applegate Valley. They specialize in unique wines of exceptional quality that are lovingly crafted from vine to bottle. The LongSword Vineyard family takes great pride in serving our wines in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere that truly captures what the Southern Oregon wine scene is all about. Come by for a visit and see what we mean! More