Oregon is one of my favorite states in the US. I grew up in the South, but the Pacific Northwest is a place like no other. It’s been one of my favorite places to visit for years. The scenery is breathtaking. There is so much to see within driving distance, it’s amazing. I spent much of June 2025 photographing around Portland and the surrounding towns and along the coast for the first time since 2018, and it was the most fun I’ve had in awhile! Portland is a wonderful city, don’t let the news fool you.