Powerlines
High‑power transmission line towers stretching between the I‑10 corridor and the Mecca Hills carve a striking silhouette against the desert sky, rising above the alluvial … more
View from State Route 38
There’s something oddly charming about watching that blanket of gray spill over the ridges, as if the clouds decided to take a weekend getaway and … more
Lifeguard Station
Walking along the stretch of sand between Carlsbad Village and the border with Oceanside, you start to notice a rhythm to the lifeguard stations. They … more
Golden Sunshine on Canyon Walls
“Ô, Sunlight! The most precious gold to be found on Earth.”― Roman Payne
Colors in the Desert
Imagine how this image would look on a t-shirt for that old desert rat hippie in your life. Psychedelic fashion grew out of the 1960s … more
San O Women
While the nuclear plant often takes the headlines, the “San O” surf culture is world-famous, particularly for its welcoming environment for women. Unlike many aggressive, … more