This mural in Oceanside is one of the coolest I’ve seen!
The artwork is painted on the side of Security Public Storage on South Coast Highway. It celebrates all things Oceanside!
The mural contains images of surfers by the Oceanside Pier, local Chargers hero Junior Seau, Oceanside Harbor’s faux-lighthouse, the famous Top Gun house and nearby Camp Pendleton.
Sunset colors over a beach perfectly capture the SoCal lifestyle.
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This wonderful mural depicting life, sunshine and landmarks in Oceanside can be found at the SALT Apartments at 311 N. Cleveland Street. It was created by well-known abstract artist Lee Calderon.
I see the Oceanside Pier, a surfer, the harbor lighthouse, and Mission San Luis Rey. And many bright, vibrant colors!
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If you ever driven down Catalina Boulevard in Point Loma, and wondered about some colorful public art on the façade of City of San Diego Fire Station No. 22, here are a few photos that you might enjoy!
These four vertical murals, together titled Firefighters, were created in 2018 by Roberto Delgado. Silkscreen and airbrushed porcelain tiles form abstract, layered images of Point Loma firefighters fighting fires in the community, at different times in history.
The artwork is based on historical and contemporary photographs. On the left, eyes can’t possibly miss the Old Point Loma Lighthouse! I also see a tall ship down in San Diego Bay, and what appears to be a tuna fishing boat. If you can discern more than me, leave a comment!
The fire station was dedicated in 2018, replacing an old station built back in 1942.
Just for fun, I also took a couple of photos with the electrical box directly in front of very cool Fire Station No. 22!
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I absolutely love this firefighter street art in front of Point Loma Fire Station 22!
Whenever I drive down Catalina Boulevard past San Diego Fire-Rescue Department Station 22, I catch a glimpse of this artwork. I finally stopped to take some photographs.
There are nostalgic old images of a fire engine, a fireman, and an image of the Point Loma peninsula with the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, with the words: The Community We Serve.
The front of this fire station building is also decorated with beautiful public art. I’ll post those photos coming up!
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Today–Friday, October 14th, 2022–is the 109th “birthday” of Cabrillo National Monument!
As you can see on the board above, this amazing park situated at the end of Point Loma was established exactly 109 years ago by President Wilson.
I arrived just a few minutes before the Discover Cabrillo National Monument ranger talk, so I quickly headed to the back patio to hear about the many qualities of this special place.
We learned about how the park protects the native flora and fauna. We also learned a little history concerning the 1542 voyage of explorer Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, and the bunkers placed on the coastal bluffs during World War II.
After the talk I walked about, simply to take in the stunning views and fresh ocean air, and to take some photos. As you can see, it was a gray, overcast day.
The 109th anniversary of Cabrillo National Monument wasn’t nearly as big a deal as its centennial nine years ago. I was there for that big occasion, and took many photographs of the historic event which I posted here!
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The Old Point Loma Lighthouse at Cabrillo National Monument is picturesque by itself. But the historic 1855 lighthouse, rising into the sky near the end of Point Loma, seems to belong in a painting when several rare Torrey pines that grow nearby are framed with it.
The lighthouse and tall windswept trees seem to belong together.
I did my best to capture the extraordinary beauty with my small camera during a visit today.
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These photographs were taken during a walk around beautiful Oceanside Harbor.
I began where Harbor Drive descends to the water and intersects with North Harbor Drive.
The walk proceeds west along the South Harbor, then curves to the North Harbor, taking in many interesting sights along the way.
At a point across the water from the Jolly Roger restaurant, I turned about, retraced my steps, then explored the South Harbor’s various shops and attractions.
I then made my way west to North Pacific Street, next to Oceanside Harbor Beach, and headed past the boat ramps to the jetty that juts out into the Pacific Ocean beyond a parking lot.
Hopefully you’ll get a taste of what this walk on a sunny, late February weekend afternoon was like!
Descending Harbor Drive to beautiful Oceanside Harbor.Looking past Joe’s Crab Shack and boats in the South Harbor marina toward the picturesque lighthouse.Across from the Oceanside Harbor boat ramps, which we’ll see close up later in the walk.Turning north, walking past the Oceanside Broiler restaurant, where diners sit outdoors gazing at boats in the Southern California sunshine.Many benches along Oceanside Harbor are dedicated to loved ones, or feature inspirational messages.Monument to Erwin Sklar, 1910-1974. During his term as Mayor and City Councilman this harbor was designed and built, fulfilling a Dream of Erwin Sklar and the People of Oceanside.Small boats pass stand up paddleboarders near the entrance to Oceanside Harbor.Watching activity on the water from the end of the Oceanside Harbor Fishing Pier.Monument by the Oceanside Harbor Fishing Pier. Remember Pearl Harbor.Fishermen wait patiently for a bite on the pier. I was told many types of fish can be caught here, especially when the water warms up later in the year.A large ship’s anchor with a small plaque across from the entrance to Oceanside Harbor.In memory of those lost at sea. Dedicated January 9, 1979.Along North Harbor Drive, large blue and white letters spell OCEANSIDE.Many along the boardwalk were watching Sea Lion Island, where there appeared to be a lot of napping.Sea lions relax in the Oceanside sunshine.A better view of the OCEANSIDE sign, which is visible to boaters entering the harbor.Continuing the walk, now along the North Harbor.People pass me on the boardwalk carrying a kayak.I pass the Oceanside Weighing Station. No fish being weighed at the moment.The Jolly Roger restaurant across the North Harbor.Kayaks stacked on the nearby dock.Right around here I turned about to retrace my steps.Back by Joe’s Crab Shack. The walk now proceeds in that direction.People walk out onto the docks.Some sportfishing vessels can be boarded nearby.Approaching shops and restaurants and other touristy attractions of the New England-style Oceanside Harbor Village.Sportfishing and whale watching trips are available at the Oceanside Sea Center.A great view from up there.I like this mail box!Interesting photo of the red and white faux lighthouse, which is actually home to Lighthouse Oyster Bar and Grill.Lots of beachy souvenirs attract passersby.Looking back at the lighthouse and Oceanside Harbor Village.We’ve arrived at North Pacific Street, which runs between the harbor and the beach.Heading north again, but on the west side of Oceanside Harbor.We’ve come to the boat ramps, which are very active on a sunny weekend day.Marker at the Oceanside Harbor Boat Launching Facility.Curtis Landing, dedicated September 17, 2005, honors two people named Curtis. Jon W. Curtis was a harbor police officer hero. Joe V. Curtis contributed as a community leader.Photo taken across the harbor from beside the boat ramps.Another photo.Continuing north.Kites were flying near the harbor entrance.I’ve turned west and am heading toward the jetty which protects Oceanside Harbor from the Pacific Ocean. In the distance past a sailboat you can see the Oceanside Marina Suites.A right turn on the water leads to Camp Pendleton Harbor’s boat basin.That sailboat we just saw is now entering the harbor.Near the foot of the T-shaped jetty. The beach is on the left.People by the shining Pacific Ocean.And to the south, far beyond this surfer on the beach, juts the long Oceanside Pier.
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This mural painted by artist Caleb Smith depicts Oceanside Harbor. Elements include two boats, the harbor lighthouse and an American flag. You can see it as you drive south down the Coast Highway near Neptune Way, not long after you pass over the San Luis Rey River. It was painted on the side of Harbor Liquors.
After I took a look at this mural on Saturday, I walked north over the river bridge, turned west toward the Pacific Ocean, and descended to beautiful Oceanside Harbor, where I took many photographs. Those photos will be coming up shortly!
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Step inside the Steam Ferry Berkeley of the Maritime Museum of San Diego and you’ll see nautical Christmas decorations in the Model Shop!
A bright Christmas tree is ornamented with ships, boats, signal flags and lighthouses. It even appears that Santa Claus has been repairing and cleaning one model ship in the small workshop. I guess his elf helpers are busy making toys up at the North Pole!
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