February 2020
Subject: Sage Cattabriga-Alosa, Professional Skier |
Photographer: Suzette Hibble, SHE Photography
The blizzard that arrived just in time.
This shoot was done in November 2019 for the February cover and there had been very little snow to date. On this day, a big snowstorm hit. According to Suzette, “I met Sage by the signs on the road up to Mt. Bachelor and due to the storm, we decided to pull off on the left side of Century near a trailhead. There was a dusting of snow on the ground, and a deep, thick fog, which completed our look. Sage and I had a great time exploring, being creative and got some great shots of him casually posing with his ski gear. He was a big-hearted guy, and this shoot is a memory I always carry with me.”
@sage_cattabriga_alosa | SHEphotography.com
March 2023
Subject: Nicola Carpinelli and Dr. Howard Asher, Hearts Unknown Education (HUE) | Photographer: Miguel Edwards
That level of commitment.
According to HUE Co-Founder and Executive Director, Nicola Carpinelli, “Our experience with the Bend Lifestyle team was absolutely fantastic and deeply engaging. We truly appreciate their commitment to capturing the spirit and energy of our mission. Miguel inspired us to fully commit to the art—I literally had to get hernia surgery after jumping off the steps with my guitar high in the air for one shot! That level of commitment shows how much fun we were having. Miguel’s energy was contagious and he made Dr. Asher and I both incredibly comfortable. This photoshoot felt like a celebration of HUE and a step forward to where we are today, serving hundreds of young people in Central Oregon.”
ILoveHUE.org | MiguelEdwards.com
August 2023
Subject: Harmony Farm Sanctuary | Photographer: Maile Mason
A rescued cat gains fame.
“There was a wonderful feeling in the air from the moment I arrived at Harmony Farm Sanctuary,” reflects photographer Maile Mason. “I typically do not bring my kids to a shoot, but this time I dressed them in little farm outfits and they came along. As we were wrapping up, my daughter started playing with one of the farm cats and that spontaneous moment ended up as the cover. Some of the best shots really are the ones you never plan.” After this issue came out, a reader emailed Bend Lifestyle when she recognized the cat, Ronald, on the cover. She had rescued Ronald years before and Harmony Farm Sanctuary was able to take him in, where he became the unofficial mascot of the farm, and later, the reader wrote a book about his story.
HarmonyFarmSanctuary.com | MaileMason.com
amazon.com/Saving-Ronald-Cats-Tale-Hope/dp/B0CWJNM31F
February 2024
Subject: Miguel Edwards, Sculptor/Photographer | Photographer: Miguel Edwards
When you’re the model and the photographer….
“This was a challenging shoot with a lot of moving parts,” shares photographer Miguel Edwards. “It was extremely cold, which made shooting outdoors difficult. And, normally when I do a photo shoot I am not both the model and the photographer! I had several friends helping out, but it still took hours to do the shoot. We had to use a forklift to move the cauldron, called Hope Rising, to the location we wanted as a backdrop. Hope Rising was a commissioned piece I created that served as the Olympic flame for the 50th Special Olympics held at the University of Washington Husky Stadium. It was an honor to create this piece, and an honor to be on the cover of Bend Lifestyle magazine!”
MiguelEdwards.com; @themigueledwards
June 2024
Subject: Grant Tandy, Astronomer and Astrophotographer | Photographer: Miguel Edwards
Timing it just right for capturing the perfect night sky.
“Working with Miguel was genuinely a great experience,” states Grant Tandy, Astronomer and Astrophotographer. “The standout was how smooth and fast this shoot was, in the best way. We were both prepared, scoped the location quickly, and then it was just a focused, fun session. Miguel has a way of keeping things moving while still paying attention to the small details, so it felt professional but not stressful.” Tandy shares that being on the cover of Bend Lifestyle was a meaningful milestone for him. “I’m proud of the work I do and of being part of Bend’s creative community, so it felt like a nice moment of recognition and a cool “pause and appreciate it” type of thing.”
GrantTandy.com; @tandytimes | MiguelEdwards.com
June 2025
Subject: Marcus LeGrand, COCC Afrocentric Program Coordinator | Photographer: Natalie Stephenson
Humility—with a hint of humor.
“Marcus was so easy to work with,” reflects photographer Natalie Stephenson. “He trusted the process and simply showed up as himself, which made all the difference. This session felt collaborative and unforced, and we were able to create images that truly reflect who he is. Marcus didn’t overthink the process and leaned into the experience with a sense of humility and humor. By the end of the session, he was even suggesting posing with a UPS truck, which we both had a good laugh about. Sessions like that are always the most fun. Marcus is inspiring in so many ways, particularly in how he gives back to our community. That authenticity comes through in the chosen cover image. I am grateful I had the opportunity to photograph him.”
NStephenson.com; @nstephensonphotography
With heartfelt gratitude, our thanks go out to all of the amazing photographers we’ve worked with over the years, for contributing their time and talent to help get us to where we are today.