Travel photographer Susan Seubert shoots Pendleton Oregon Makers Story for Travel Oregon
Let Er Buck statue outside the Pendleton Round Up Grounds, Pendleton, Oregon
Pendleton has long been known for the Round Up, a rodeo that has been drawing thousands since its inception in 1910. The city as a travel destination unto itself is a relatively new phenomenon. Situated about 3 hours east of Portland in the high desert, Pendleton is a classic Western town. One of the biggest draws is to visit the Pendleton Woolen Mills. Now, you can sample craft beer, order custom cowboy boots, shop the antique stores, have a great steak dinner in a beautiful, Western themed restaurant and visit a contemporary art space. I recently had the chance to spend some time there photographing a story about some of the city’s craftsmen. Below are a few of my favorite pictures from the shoot. Check out the story online at TravelOregon.com.
23 Plus, a custom leather work shop in downtown Pendleton, Oregon owned by leather worker Joe Meling23 Plus, a custom leather work shop in downtown Pendleton, Oregon owned by leather worker Joe MelingThe famous neon sign at Hamleys, a leather goods and Western wear shop, Cafe and Restaurant in downtown Pendleton, OregonCowboys from Idaho shopping for saddles and hats at Hamleys, a leather goods and Western wear shop, Cafe and Restaurant in downtown Pendleton, OregonPendleton Woolen Mills in Pendleton, OregonPendleton Woolen Mills in Pendleton, OregonPendleton Woolen Mills in Pendleton, OregonCrow’s Shadow in Pendleton, OregonMaster Printer Frank Jenzen showing the work of Rick Bartow, a Native American artist whose work is available for sale at Crow’s Shadow, Pendleton, OregonArtist in Residence Samatha Wall working on her artwork with master printer Frank Janzen at Crow’s Shadow in Pendleton, OregonStapleman Boot Company in Pendleton, OregonStapleman Boot Company in Pendleton, OregonMontana Peaks Hat Company in Pendleton, OregonMontana Peaks Hat Company in Pendleton, OregonMontana Peaks Hat Company in Pendleton, Oregon
4 Replies to “Travel photographer Susan Seubert shoots Pendleton Oregon Makers Story for Travel Oregon”
Thanks for the memories. I grew up in Pendleton and moved away because it was to “small town.” Oh, how I wished I stayed there–still can still smell the leather smell of Hamleys. Great pictures–thank you.
Loved this photo essay about the craftsmen/women who hand make such beautiful products in Pendleton. I especially enjoyed seeing them at work in their studios which helps the public appreciate the skill and hard work that goes into hand craft. Being a landscape painter, I am in my own studio most days and understand the dedication required.
Thank you, Margaret, for your nice comments. Yes – these people are truly dedicated and it’s so refreshing to see authenticity, true authenticity, alive and well in this charming western town.
Commercial, Editorial and Travel Photographer Susan Seubert 
Thanks for the memories. I grew up in Pendleton and moved away because it was to “small town.” Oh, how I wished I stayed there–still can still smell the leather smell of Hamleys. Great pictures–thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, Patricia!
Loved this photo essay about the craftsmen/women who hand make such beautiful products in Pendleton. I especially enjoyed seeing them at work in their studios which helps the public appreciate the skill and hard work that goes into hand craft. Being a landscape painter, I am in my own studio most days and understand the dedication required.
Thank you, Margaret, for your nice comments. Yes – these people are truly dedicated and it’s so refreshing to see authenticity, true authenticity, alive and well in this charming western town.