As we end August let’s go back to April… 2004. I was still living in California. I was into my photography. I had another website that I allowed to go defunct a couple years ago (I don’t even own the URL anymore), and this was one of the premier photos.
Now, California is known for its awesome beauty. The Sierra Nevada Mountains, Yosemite National Park, the redwood forests, the coast, and yes, even the desert. So much to choose from. And yet even within all that splendor, you can find little nuggets like this.
This photo has always been one of my all-time favorites. I shot it several times from varying angles, and was never disappointed. I spoke with the owner one day… an extremely nice gentleman… and he told me that its even better in the winter with snow on the ground. I can believe it. I would be willing to make a special trip back just for that.
I plan to incorporate some of my better west coast photos into my blog and website, though they will remain primarily Iowa and the Midwest.
And in case you’re wondering, yes, this photo is still literally a “wall hanger” in my home.
I am still surprised to see that you searched out…and found…such a beautiful country scene in California. Being a mid-west girl I don’t think of this when I think California. Thank you for sharing it so I can.