After a weekend on the Russian River last Summer, I decided to drive home via Hwy 1 and Bodege rather than 101 and Santa Rosa. The summer fog was lingering along the coast as I approached Bodega Bay, and I was moved to stop and capture some scenes.
Sawtooth Mountains
On a road trip through Idaho last summer, we stopped for a snack and ZAP! – in the distance were the Sawtooth Mountains, perfectly framed by ranch fencing stretching into the distance. The high desert between Nevada and Idaho are full of empty and remote horizons. This horizon was worthy of my camera and my paintbrush!
Trail to 5 corners
Going past Deer Park in Fairfax, the trails winding up to Five Corners are full of magical light. As one of my favorite hikes, this scene captures morning light in my favorite setting… through the Bay trees.
Larkspur Wetlands
A foggy morning scene caught my attention as I walked past Marin General (Marin Health) Hospital. I have done the same walk many times, and have never yet seen the same beautiful combination of water and background.
Tomales Ranch
The golden hills around West Marin are filled with bucolic ranches and rural scenes. This Fall ranch scene is an Eastern view from downtown Tomales.
View From Mt. Baldy
Anyone who has been to San Anselmo has been under the gaze of Mt. Baldy. Hiking to the top is an arduous climb for anyone who isn’t in great shape! My butt-kicking experience of that resulted in this image in the Springtime, with a spectacular view of Mt. Tam in the background.
Lundy’s Cafe
Lundy’s Cafe has been a San Rafael fixture for decades. It is the last of its kind.. the long and narrow diner layout from yester-year. Although owned and managed by Hispanic folks, they still serve Irish breakfast.
Novato Market
I just had to capture this scene as I walked down Grant Ave. in Novato. I am told that the gentleman in the chair is always there, likely the owner protecting his fruit!
McCloud River, Middle Falls
The amazing McCloud River near the Shasta area has 3 waterfalls; this is the middle falls.
Mt. Shasta
Mt. Shasta in Springtime.
