Today it was all about “who you know, not what you know.” We were invited to the annual swim in the Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle State Park. The Neptune Pool is not open to the public and in fact it is way off limits for almost everyone. This was a super special event for employees of the castle and a few of their selected friends. Our friend Chuck works there and he invited us. Just think, thousands of people a day walk past this pool on their tour and just imagine swimming in the deep blue water…and, well, the water was about 70 degrees, the sun was shinning and smiles were out. Thanks Chuck for such an unusual and fun gift. The Central Coast is full of surprises.

This is Chuck.

I’ve said it before…the Central Coast is full of surprises. Here’s another hidden gem in village of Cambria. I feel honored to make images in such places. Believe me when I say that no detail was spared. If you want to lounge in luxury while listening to the sea, watching sea otters play just off the back porch, then this place is for you. It’s the perfect hideaway slash getaway. If you want your own personal tour call Kellie Williams.

This is a sampling from the collection that was shot for marketing and media uses and will soon get some play time. These are just a few that caught my eye this evening. The Central Coast is full of surprises.

The Central Coast is full of surprises. Barnes & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty continually lists the most prestigious homes on the Central Coast and on occasion I am given the opportunity to photograph these luxury homes. The latest is a spacious, light-filled statement of warmth and relaxation with custom-everything at every turn. The ocean is right there and this home is the place to share the sunsets with friends and family–Cambria is great for that. The home was created by David Ibsen, designed by David Einung and built by Jim Glitch. No stranger to quality, David knows his stuff. No expense was spared and attention to detail is an understatement–try obsession. This house is nuts! These are some of my favorites. Check the website for the full story.