Loren Irving, acclaimed landscape photographer, has been shooting breathtaking photos of natural landscapes for several decades. Based in Bend, his photography spans Central Oregon, the Pacific Northwest, Europe, Asia, and points in between. Irving generously contributed many of his photos to EDCO's website and we're indebted to him in boosting the visual appeal of the new website.
On the topic of community, Irving says he's a big believer in giving back. "I adhere to what the late Bob Chandler (former owner of The Bulletin) said, 'If you take up space, you need to pay rent.' That attitude well defines the manner my late father lived his life and in doing so inspired me to try to do the same. How we feel about the community around us is directly related to what we put into it. Bend is an extraordinary place to live because of all those in the community that try to make a difference."
Irving serves on the board of OSU-Cascades, and supports many Central Oregon organizations, including The Central Oregon Family Resource Center, which benefits families in need and provides important training for new parents. To see more of Loren Irving's inspirational gallery of work, please visit www.lorenirving.com.