Big Sur is one of the most picturesque and recognizable stretches of coastline in the world, providing artists and visitors alike with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and its rocky shores.  There are both large and small scale wonders to be observed in an ever-changing environment.

Many repeat the reference to Point Lobos by landscape artist Francis McComas as "the greatest meeting of land and water in the world."  

The California missions, while recognizably different, share architectural features that define the look of old California.  There is a peace and tranquility in the settings unusual in modern architecture.

A smattering of images from around the state.

Photographs of the glass art of Chihuly, while striking on their own, do not fully convey the impressive nature of the works.

Unforgettable images from Copenhagen, Denmark; Tallinn, Estonia; St. Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland; Stockholm, Sweden; Bergen, Norway.  A truly remarkable part of the world with a long, interrelated history.