California Dreamin' Original
California Dreamin' Original
Story Behind The Art
11x14 Summer | Sunrise | California Coast
Begin your cross-country journey with this stunning aerial gouache painting of California's iconic coastline at sunrise. Skydivers float through golden morning light above the Pacific Ocean, capturing the freedom and adventure that defines the American West. This summer landscape painting celebrates the wild California coast and the public lands that allow us to experience such breathtaking views, reminding us why protecting our natural spaces matters for generations to come.
This is what adventure photographer and long time California resident, Chris Burkard has to say about these wild spaces, "Wild places offer reprieve from the chaos of today’s modern culture that worships productivity & consuming… providing us with time & space to simply exist without any judgment of value or importance. Their invitation to remember our purpose as humans is much larger than fitting into the narrow confines of chasing money, success, security, safety, you name it. I’ve dedicated my life’s work to photographing landscapes throughout the world - they’ve truly given me so much.. and it goes without saying that the absolute least we can do is preserve & protect them - for our sake & the generations who need to learn their important lessons after we’re gone."
Title of Piece based of the song: California Dreamin' by The Mama's + The Papa's
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About This Land is OUR Land Collection Description:
This Land is OUR Land is a hand-painted gouache collection of nine panoramic landscapes celebrating America's wild places from California to Maine. Created in direct response to the summer 2025 threat to our public lands, each piece is named after classic songs that speak to our shared American experience.
Care
To ensure the longevity of your piece please frame right away. Natural light and exposure to air or water are the enemy of artwork. A glass frame (as opposed to plastic) is always preferred. Choose a spot on the wall out of direct sunlight. For original artworks I always suggest having them framed by a professional framer for a sealed back that further portects your artwork.
Shipping
Shipping is calculated at checkout. All prints are made to order and will be shipped to me first for product inspection and then shipped to you. Expect delivery between 7-10 day. Originals will be safely packaged and provided extra insurance to ensure they arrive to you safely. Expect 7-10 days for delivery.
Shipped with a backboard, wrapped in a plastic sleeve, and encased in a stiff envelope or in a tube to ensure that it gets safely to your doorstep. Prints + original are on archival acid free paper.
Framing
FRAME NOT INCLUDED. Want it delivered with a frame? Add a frame one of my favorite frames to your purchase. If you are in search of something different Send me a note to get a custom quote. The magic only a small business can bring!
Canvas Prints
Prints can also be made on canvas. Send me a note to get a quote on a canvas print order. Just tell me the size you're looking at and any other requirements you have (like depth or style of canvas if you know that info).