Seekers Art Glass Gallery

Exotic Wildlife- Zebras

2012-01-07T20:07:00.000-08:00

Zebras resting below Hearst Castle

In 1923 William Randolph Hearst created the largest private zoo in the world at “the ranch”, his estate formally name “La Cuesta Encantada” (“The Enchanted Hill”) . Exotic animal species that grazed the hillsides around the castle included: Bactrian (two-humped) and dromedary (one-humped) camels, deer from India, red deer from Europe, axis deer from Asia, llamas, kangaroos, ostriches, emus, Barbary sheep, Alaskan big horned sheep, musk oxen, yaks, African Antelope, giraffes and Zebras. In 1937 Hearst had to curtail construction activities at the ranch and was forced to dismantle the zoo because of financial difficulties. Most of the animals were donated to public zoos or sold by 1953. Today, zebras can be seen grazing along Highway 1 between Cambria and the town of San Simeon.

Team Yahoo

2011-12-05T05:14:00.000-08:00

Team Yahoo in Training

New To Gallery

Pro cycling teams take advantage of the ideal weather conditons the central coast provides year round. Even in the rain, Team Yahoo are able to take an afternoon ride.

San Luis Obispo is home to

Team HTC- Highroad, currently ranked number one in the world.

Native Wildlife- Elephant Seals

2011-01-10T05:11:00.000-08:00

Male Protecting his Harem

View Wildlife Figures by Shawn Tsai

Elephant seals return to the beaches at Piedras Blancas in December to give birth and nurse the young. The adult males arrive later to begin the battles for dominance of the beach for mating rights.

The Gray whales also begin their migration from the arctic to the warm waters off Mexico. If you want to see them up close, you can rent a kayak at San Simeon State Beach or call Virgs Landing in Morro Bay for a boat schedule. 805-772-1222 or visit their web site; Virg's Landing

Native Wildlife- Quail

2010-11-09T19:40:00.000-08:00

Adult Male Quail

Art Glass by Shawn Tsai

The California quail, also known as the California Valley Quail or Valley Quail, is a small ground-dwelling bird. The most distinguishing feature is the plume or curving crest on their head. It is made of six feathers that droop forward: black in males and brown for females.

It is the California state bird.

Santa Rosa Creek Road ends at Hwy 46

2010-10-24T12:33:00.000-07:00

Hwy 46 and Old Creek Road

Cynthia Myers Cabernet Grape Vase

Santa Rosa Creek Road ends at the Hwy 46 and Old Creek Road intersection. Turning left will take you to the world renowned grape growing region on the central coast, Paso Robles and Templeton. Continuing on Old Creek Road you will pass Whale Rock Reservoir and ends at Hwy 1, between Morro Bay and Cayucos. Turn right and you will return to Hwy 1 a mile south of Cambria.

Tranquility along Santa Rosa Creek Road

2010-10-03T09:56:00.000-07:00

Peaceful Picnic Area

Duane Dahl's Rio Grande Art Glass Bowls & Platters

Along historic Santa Rosa Creek Road, time seems to stand still. Cool, inviting scenes like this abound, and there are places to stop and take in the peaceful serenity that seems lacking in the hubbub of the 21st Century.

Driving Santa Rosa Creek Road, Antique Farm Equipment

2010-09-12T10:30:00.000-07:00

Vintage Tractor

"Large Grape Bowl" by Bonnie Belt

Drive or bike along historic Santa Rosa Creek Road and see the farms and ranches settled as early as the 1870’s by European immigrants. This tractor dates back to the beginning of the twentieth century.

Driving Santa Rosa Creek Road, Ranch House

2010-08-08T10:53:00.000-07:00

Ranch House for Generations

See “Red Marble Ruffle Bowl” by Dan & Joi LaChaussee

In the late 1800s, not all in the Cambria area were loggers or miners. Immigrants from Switzerland and elsewhere homesteaded or bought ranch properties and began building a new life here, beginning many ranching family legacies that continue to this day.

Visit this site for one Family's legacy;

http://www.visitcambriacalifornia.com/golocal/fiscaliniranch.html

Driving Santa Rosa Creek Road, Santa Lucia Mountains

2010-07-12T08:50:00.000-07:00

Santa Lucia Mountains

”Small Clear vase with Daisy” by Rina Fehrensen

Santa Rosa Creek Road provides the quintessential scenic drive or bike ride past miles of pastures, ranch houses, farm land and the road’s namesake creek. From the road, you’ll see magnificent views in the Los Padres National Forest. Here Vulture Rock, Rocky Butte, Eagle Rock and Lime Mountain on Santa Lucia mountain range can be seen in the distance.

Driving Santa Rosa Creek Road, Scott’s Rock

2010-07-07T13:53:00.000-07:00

Scott’s Rock

“Saffron Poppy” vase by Cynthia Myers

Driving east on Main Street through Cambria’s Historic East Village, turn left onto rural Santa Rosa Creek Road. Driving up what used to be the only road “over the hill” to Paso Robles, you’ll see Scott’s Rock on the left side. This local monument was named for 19th Century settler Greenup Scott, older brother of Indiana “India” Scott Rigdon.

Olallieberry Inn in Cambria

2010-07-03T12:59:00.000-07:00

Olallieberry Inn, 2476 Main Street

"Great Heron" by Cynthia Myers

Award winning bed and breakfast located in Historic East Village. Built in 1873 on the banks of the Santa Rosa Creek, it features colorful gardens and a 120 year old Redwood tree and ready to celebrate America’s independence.

Wildlife of the Central Coast Doe and Twins

2010-06-27T13:11:00.000-07:00

Evening Walk

See Ken and Ingrid Hansen's Garden Vase

Hi there, I’ve grown a little since you last saw me. Mom and my sibling are headed toward the secret spot where we sleep at night. There are lots of us fawns throughout Cambria. If you’re careful when you drive, we’ll have a chance to grow up.

Wildlife of the Central Coast- Fawn

2010-06-21T09:54:00.000-07:00

New Born Fawn

Bison Vases by Paul Bendzunas

Now that summer is here, most schools are closed around our state. That means kids are out in force, both Cambrians and visitors, doing what children do in a summer resort. When driving, we know you’ll want to watch out for kids, and other young ones, crossing the streets around Cambria.

Wildlife of the Central Coast

2010-06-17T08:56:00.000-07:00

Morning Stretch and Drink

Stellar Jay scupture by Cohn/Stone

Visitors are usually delighted to observe the bushy tailed Western Gray Squirrel throughout Cambria. Like airborne acrobats they travel long distances from tree to tree and from phone and power lines. Time on the ground is spent foraging mainly on pine seeds and acorns. Visitors are discouraged from feeding bolder squirrels along Moonstone Beach Drive and other State Park habitats.

Migratory Wildlife of the Central Coast

2010-05-28T13:20:00.000-07:00

Barn or Mud Swallows

Cynthia Myers's Great Blue Heron Vessel

The northward migration of Mud Swallows from South America is a symbol of spring on the central coast. The mud nests are constructed by both the male and female and built on coastal cliffs, rock formations, under bridges or on buildings, like this one, outside the door to Seekers Glass Gallery Door.

The 17th Annual 2010 Cambria Garden Tour and Garden Fair

2010-05-09T12:09:00.000-07:00

Yearly Garden Tour

Rina Fehrensen's Garden Vase

Relax and spend a day enjoying some of the unique and exquisite private gardens to be found throughout Cambria. At each garden local restaurants serve a complimentary variety of culinary delights. All proceeds benefit the New Dawn Montessori School Learning Center.

Learn more; http://cambriagardentour.com/

Migratory Wildlife of the Central Coast

2010-05-09T10:47:00.000-07:00

Band-Tail Pigeon

Mad Cats by Rina Fehrensen

Band-tailed Pigeons like this one live along much of North America’s Pacific Coast, in low and mid elevation forests. Those living in colder climates migrate south annually to take advantage of changing food supplies.

Cambria’s Chamber of Commerce Summer Kickoff

2010-04-05T14:32:00.000-07:00

Let the Fun begin

Round Dichroic Vase by Tim Laser

The Cambria Chamber of Commerce’s annual

Chili Cook-Off and Classic Car Show signals the beginning of spring. Chili-lovers can taste entries by local restaurants, businesses and individuals who compete for prizes. Auto enthusiasts exhibit a variety of classic cars and Allied Arts displays work by local artists.

http://www.cambriachamber.org/

San Simeon State Park

2010-04-02T12:49:00.000-07:00

San Simeon State Beach

Mayauel Ward's Coral Reef Weight

Located five minutes north of Cambria, San Simeon State Park and Washburn camp grounds are host to thousands of travelers each year. Campsites are sheltered between the bluffs of San Simeon Creek and it’s a short walk the beach. San Simeon Creek Trail is a 3 mile round trip nature walk around the area with views of the expansive coastal landscape that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Trail information link; http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=25179

Winter Swell at Sand Dollar Beach

2010-04-01T12:00:00.000-07:00

December Swell

Sunset Wave Vase by Buzz Blodgett

Drive about 40 minutes north of Cambria to beautiful Plaskett Creek Camp Ground, with access to Sand Dollar Beach and Jade Cove on the East side of Highway 1. In 2009 a winter swell that originated in the Aleutian Islands hit the California coast, generating dramatic waves of 25-feet and more.

Plaskett Creek Campground link; http://jrabold.net/bigsur/roadpt1250.htm

Cambria’s Landscape with Perry Creek

2010-03-30T10:47:00.000-07:00

Perry Creek view along Hwy 1 just north of Hwy 46.

Sunset Cambria Pine Vase By Buzz Blodgett

Looking northeast you can see pastureland and in the distance on the Santa Lucia mountain range Vulture Rock, Rocky Butte, Eagle Rock and Lime Mountain in the Los Padres National Forest.

Cambrians Support Coast Union Drama Department

2010-03-26T15:27:00.000-07:00

Local Volunteers Spread the Word

View Joel Bloomberg's Jellyfish Lamps

Cambrians march down Main St. to help advertise “Seussical the Musical,” Coast Union High School drama department’s production this year.

Preserving a Bit of History in Cambria’s East Village

2010-03-22T09:59:00.000-07:00

Restoration of land and Culture-Greenspace

Michael Sosin's Calligraphy Vessels

Cambria’s Historical East Village was once the “Chinese Center,” on Center St surrounding what is now Seekers. Workers who harvested seaweed and abalone or worked in the mercury mines would celebrate holidays, gamble and socialize here. Greenspace restored the red building; a rare Chinese Temple called a “Jos House.”

The Traveling Pedouins Trip Thru Cambria

2010-03-18T11:10:00.000-07:00

The Bill Harrison Family

See John McDonald's Dichroic Platters

As the gateway to Big Sur, Cambria attracts travelers from around the world. The Harrison Family, aka The Podouins, from Kentucky rest near Burton Dr, a block from Seekers Glass Gallery. Join them on their 7000 mile odyssey to Alaska at http://www.pedouin.org/.

Evening Ride through the Lodgehill Neighborhood

2010-03-12T10:05:00.000-08:00

Jodean and Dale’s Evening Ride

Gary Genetti's Limited Editon Etched Vases

Members of the Cambria Corral & Equestrian Club and many locals enjoy horseback riding in and around our village. Homes on one acre or more in most cases, can keep horses on their property.

Tiny Blue House in Cambria’s Historic East Village

2010-03-11T10:37:00.000-08:00

Every Cowboy’s Ranch House 2261 Center Street

Have a Slice of Marble Pie by Jody Fine

Louis Maggetti built this house in the boom times of the 1890’s. The mining camp’s cobbler lived here with his six children. It is located directly behind the restored Bianchini House museum, across the street from Seekers Glass Gallery.

Casanova Buck

2010-03-10T08:23:00.000-08:00

There she goes.

See Animal Vases by Paul Bendzunas

The “Rut” is mating season for many wild animals around our village. Some believe The Rut is triggered by a shortening of Fall daylight hours, while others think it peaks seven days after the second full moon (the rutting moon) in early Fall. During this time males of all wild species have one thing on their mind, so please stay clear.

Native Wildlife- Turkeys

2010-03-08T09:19:00.000-08:00

Tom Protecting his Hens

View John McDonald's Dichroic Platters

Dave and daughter Mimi got a bit too up close and personal with Cambria’s infamous wild turkeys. One camera click and Alpha Turkey, sensing a threat to his “Gobblerness,” used sharp spurs on his lower legs to attack. “I screamed like a baby, any man would,” said a wounded Dave. An aggressive, protected species, visitors are advised to avoid close contact.

Garden Spider- Orb Web Weaver

2010-03-05T11:37:00.000-08:00

Lunch Time in the Backyard

View Frog and Skink Sculptures by Scott Bisson

Hollywood Pictures first movie was “Arachnophobia,” American horror-comedy was filmed in Cambria in 1990. It was directed by Frank Marshall and starring John Goodman, Jeff Daniels and used a number of Cambrians as extras.

Old Santa Rosa Chapel

2010-03-03T09:04:00.000-08:00

The entrance to Old Santa Rosa Chapel, 2353 Main Street

http://www.seekersglass.com/artists/schlanser/stephen_schlanser.htm

First Chapel built when town was settled ca. 1870. Famous for its painted icons, today it is a favorite spot for weddings and a must-see for visitors. Cambria’s Cemetery, at the north end of Bridge St. shows names of early Italian/Swiss settlers who started dairy farms. The creamery was in Harmony.

Painted Sky Studio in Historic East Village of Cambria, CA

2010-03-02T09:50:00.000-08:00

Painted Sky Studio at the Corner of Center and Bridge Streets

View Roger Roland's Gold Luster Hurricane Lamps

To old timers it was the colorfully named "Bucket of Blood Saloon." It has been transformed into a professional recording studio and is sometimes used as intimate concert venue by local and nationally known musicians.

Burton Inn in Historic East Village Home of Seekers Art Glass Gallery

2010-02-26T09:53:00.000-08:00

Once the Rigdon House currently the Burton Inn

Willsea & O'brien's Pyramid Funnel Vases

One of Cambria’s original settlers, Rufus Rigdon, occupied the two-story house located at 4022 Burton Drive. In 1917 his son, Eldon Rigdon, a California State Senator won approval for construction of Highway One to Monterey.

Greenspace Creekside Reserve Behind Seekers Art Glass Gallery

2010-02-25T09:48:00.000-08:00

Location of the circa 1890’s Chinese Temple

Wabi-Sabi Bowl and other work's by Michael Sosin

Like most 19th Century mining and logging camps, Cambria had a Chinatown until around 1916 when the Warren Family purchased this property on Center St. behind Seekers Glass Gallery. A dilapidated red Chinese temple on the park-like site has been restored by Greenspace – The Cambria Land Trust.

Olallieberry Inn Cambria CA, Near Seekers Art Glass Gallery

2010-02-23T13:43:00.000-08:00

Olallieberry Inn, 2476 Main Street

Ken and Ingrid Hanson's Cylinder Vine Vase

Award winning bed and breakfast in Historic East Village. Built in 1873 on the banks of the Santa Rose Creek, it features colorful gardens and a 129 year old Redwood tree. Riding bikes down Main Street in February is a lot of fun!

Highway 1 South of Cambria and Seekers Art Glass Gallery

2010-02-22T12:48:00.000-08:00

South Bound Hwy 1

Glass Art Disks by Rollin Karg

During the winter, mornings are cool and crisp with low fog hugging the coastal hills and pasture lands, soon to burn off to warm sunny days.

San Simeon School House at Hearst Memorial State Beach

2010-02-19T10:39:00.000-08:00

Historic School House and Castle

Jared Davis's Handblown Lamp

The one-room schoolhouse, built for the children of workers who were employed by William Randolph Hearst in the construction of his castle, still stands in the town of Old San Simeon.

Sebastian Store at Hearst Memorial State Beach

2010-02-18T10:00:00.000-08:00

Sebastian's General Store and Café

Michael Cohn's & Molly Stone's Pumpkin Sculpture

This is the oldest general store building along the north Coast of San Luis Obispo County. Built in 1852 at the Cove on "Whaling Point" it was moved to its present location in 1878. It is California registered historical landmark No. 726.

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach, North of Cambria, CA

2010-02-17T10:36:00.000-08:00

"The Cove"

Ed Branson's Tropical Bowl

This lovely day park is a favorite with locals and visitors alike for its warmer climate and curved, sandy beach. Only a few miles north of Cambria and across from the entrance to Hearst Castle, “The Cove” has complete picnic facilities and a no-license-required fishing pier. Rentals of ocean kayaks are usually available.

Coast Line North of Cambria CA, Home of Seekers Art Glass Gallery

2010-02-12T11:39:00.000-08:00

San Simeon Creek

Seashell Sculptures by Kevin Fulton

This view is from a vista point at the north end of Cambria’s Moonstone Beach Drive, near Leffingwell Landing. Hearst Castle is only six miles north of Cambria, Big Sur 63 miles and Carmel/Monterrey 82 miles.

Leffingwell Residence, East Village,Cambria CA,

2010-02-11T12:19:00.000-08:00

Leffingwell Famliy Residence Circa 1800

Veiw Jim and Connie Grant's Copper Wrapped Vases

William Leffingwell Sr. built the residence at 2420 Main Street in the 1800’s. He established a beach landing and the county’s first flour mill and saw mill. The saw mill cut the rough slabs of Monterey Pine that were used to build “Slabtown,” one several names for the village before Cambria was adopted. The house is now a private residence.

Leffingwell Landing and Moonstone Bridge, Cambria CA

2010-02-09T16:28:00.000-08:00

Boat ramp at Leffingwell Landing

Enjoy Willsea / O'Brien's Fish Bowls

William Leffingwell Sr. an enterprising adventurer and his family arrived on the Central Coast of California in 1858. He purchased ranch land established a sawmill and small blacksmith shop. He and his son, William Jr., built a pier at this location for landing supplies. It is now a popular day park at the north end of Moonstone Beach Drive. Sport fishermen launch kayaks, aluminum and inflatable boats. Scuba diving is best in the fall and winter months. Twice a month you can see the local Fire Department volunteers, N.C.O.R. (North Coast Ocean Rescue) use the ramp for their training drills.

Moonstone Bridge was replaced by Souza Construction in 2009.

Heart's Ease Cambria's Historic East Village

2010-02-08T13:13:00.000-08:00

Heart's Ease herb and Gift Store.

Look at Seekers Gift Ideas

Originally a residence Hearts Ease on the corner of Burton Drive and Center Street is an herb and gift store. The house was built in the 1870’s by a prominent businessman G.W. Proctor. This offered a bit of nineteenth century New England-Style architecture. Like the other homes on the street all have been converted to businesses in the Historical East Village of Cambria.

Squibb House Cambria's Historic East Village

2010-02-05T11:03:00.000-08:00

The Squibb House, 4063 Burton Drive

Enjoy Seekers Tree and Vine vases

The Squibb House was built in 1877 by Fred E. Drake, a former Civil War drummer boy. The carpentry shop was added by Alex Paterson in 1889. Paul and Louise Squibb, founders of the Midland School of Santa Ynez Valley, moved to Cambria in 1953. They were a sweet couple who loved gardening and picking up litter around town on their walks. To this day Cambrian’s affectionately refer to this as “Squibbing”. Today the Squibb House is operated as a Bed & Breakfast.

Robin's in Cambria Historic East Village

2010-02-04T12:42:00.000-08:00

Robins Restaurant is across the street from Seekers Glass Gallery

Enjoy Rina Fehrensen's Flower Vases

Robins Restaurant has been located in the historic district of Cambria’s east village for the last 20 years. The home was designed by the Julia Morgan, the same architect that built Hearst Castle. The residence was built by Frank Souza in the 1920's, a construction supervisor for William Randolph Hearst. The restaurant has an eclectic menu with outdoor seating and beautiful manicured gardens.

Something Special for your Valentine

2010-02-03T13:55:00.000-08:00

Valentine Gift Idea's

February is here and the weather is beautiful. Clear crisp days and everything is green. We hope you make Cambria one of your destinations in 2010.

Full Moon over Cambria CA

2010-02-02T09:21:00.000-08:00

Full Moon Rising, Cambria Ca
See Richard Satava's Harvest Moon vase

We enjoyed a beautiful weekend with a full moon on clear calm nights. Alice and I drove into San Luis Obispo to see Avatar. The Fremont Theater there has one of the older large screens for the 3D effect. San Luis Obispo is about 40 minutes south of the village of Cambria with a population of 43,00 and home to CAL POLY, California Polytechnic State University.

Cambria Sunsets, Art in the Sky

2010-01-29T14:45:00.000-08:00

Backyard Sunset, Pineridge Drive, Cambria CA

Buzz Blodgett Sunset and Midnight vases at Seekers Glass Gallery

For a short time this week, we returned to our normal 68 degrees and sunny skies. The mornings are cool and clear with the sounds of sea lions at the beach and cattle in the fields behind the town. Then at night we have some of the most beautiful sunsets anywhere, from my backyard last night.

Have a great Weekend!

Bianchini House in Cambria Historic East Village

2010-01-28T15:47:00.000-08:00

Bianchini House Museum, from Seekers Art Glass Gallery
See Bernard Katz Tree Vases and Bowls

The Historic Bianchini House was built by Samuel Guthrie in 1882. In 1914, the house was sold to Eugenio Bianchini, a Swiss immigrant who came to this country in 1878. After farming, mining, dairying, and running butchery, he retired to this home. The property was unoccupied for many years; the Cambria Historical Society purchased the house through donations from the community. After years of dedication and countless hours from volunteers remodeling the property is was reopened in 2009 to the public as a museum, preserving Cambria's heritage.

http://www.seekersglass.com/

Art and Wine Festival in Cambria

2010-01-27T15:48:00.000-08:00

Moonstone Beach, Cambria from Seekers Art Glass Gallery

This picture was taken close to where the other one was last week. You can see how far out the waves were cresting.

Cambria Welcome Sign from Seekers Art Glass Gallery

In small towns across America, festivals, parades and chili cooks off are held. Cambria is no different. This weekend is our Arts and Wine Festival. Local artist and wineries have exhibits and tasting. There are silent auctions at the community Veterans hall and a great Barbeque put on by the Sons of The American Legions. There are always big laughs and lots of fun.
Join us and stop by east vilage and walk thru the old part of Cambria. Seekers Glass Gallery is located at the corner of Center Street and Burton Drive. Across the street from the historic Bianchini House and Robins Resturant.
http://www.seekersglass.com/

Winter storms rock Art Glass community

2010-01-26T12:14:00.000-08:00

2010 Winter Storm at Moonstone Beach, from Seekers Art Glass Gallery

The west coast of California was hammered by fierce rain and wind from one storm after another. Cambria sustained major damage to homes, cars and at the beach large waves combine with high tides eroded the shoreline. This picture was taken last week off moonstone drive showing the intensity of the storms.
Visit Seekers Glass Gallery website at http://www.seekersglass.com/ for gift ideas, start a art glass collection or add to your existing one.

Seekers Art Glass Gallery, 29th Annual Sale

2010-01-20T12:15:00.000-08:00

Crustacean Art Glass Bowl by Gary Genetti, at Seekers Art Glass Gallery

Seekers Art Glass Gallery has been in business for 29 years represening over 250 American Contemporary Glass Artists. Each year in Januay we celebrate by putting our entire gallery on sale. Our customers enjoy 10% to 50% off of all items avialable in the gallery. Some work is also available for special order at the sale price. This special event ends on the last day of January so please don't miss out on aquiring some of the best American Art Glass work available at these incredible prices. Visit our website at http://www.seekersglass.com/ to shop these sale prices.

Cambria CA West Coast Art Glass Destination

2010-01-19T10:55:00.000-08:00

Elephant Seals Piedras Blancas, from Seekers Art Glass Gallery

Seekers Art Glass Gallery, Cambria Ca

Seekers Art Glass is located in Cambria California, the south gateway to Big Sur. A small town with local artist, great resturants, hotels,and wild life. Hearst castle is locate 15 miles north and another 5 miles north by Piedas Blancas historical lighthouse is a growing elephant seal population. With an Average temperature of 65 degrees Cambria is a year around vacation getaway.
Vist our web site for to add to your art glass collection, start one or get gift ideas at http://www.seekersglass.com/