Walter Scott Bowman: Chronicler of Oregon’s Frontier Spirit Walter Scott Bowman (February 8, 1865 – November 27, 1938) stands as a pivotal figure in the visual record of early 20th-century Oregon. More than just a photographer, Bowman was an ardent observer and meticulous documentarian who captured the essence of a rapidly changing landscape—one deeply intertwined with Native American culture and the burgeoning traditions of the Ameri…