Cities & Urban Landscape
Architecture, streets, and the character of California’s cities.
These collections follow my interest in the built environment—from Oakland and Sacramento to Modesto, Stockton, and Los Angeles. Together they form a photographic record of the places I explore with a camera.
Chapel of the Chimes · Oakland
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Chapel of the Chimes
A closer look at architecture and detail in Oakland.
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Chapel of the Chimes Part 1
Chapel of the Chimes – Oakland Designed and expanded by famed architect Julia Morgan, the Chapel of the Chimes is one of the Bay Area’s most beautiful and contemplative spaces. Originally built in 1909 and transformed under Morgan’s direction in the 1920s, the...
Modesto, CA
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Stockton
Stockton, CA A stroll through Stockton's downtown is like taking a step back in time. Stockton was founded in 1850, during the height of the California Gold Rush, and the city's downtown architecture reflects that era. Many of the buildings were constructed in the...
Oakland, CA
Oakalnd, CA Oakland's historical architecture is the way it tells the story of the city's past. From the grand Beaux-Arts buildings that were constructed during Oakland's early days as a bustling port city, to the Art Deco structures that were built during the city's...
Sacramento
Sacramento, CA Sacramento was founded in 1848 during the California Gold Rush, which brought thousands of people to the area in search of gold. The city quickly grew and became the state capital of California in 1854. In addition to the Gold Rush, Sacramento played an...
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA Downtown Los Angeles is a mecca for architecture enthusiasts, boasting a rich variety of styles to explore. Whether you're interested in grand Beaux-Arts buildings, sleek Mid-century Modern structures, or ornate Gothic Revival designs, you'll find it...
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