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Half Moon Bay, California 94019
Local Bay Area Photographers is proud to announce that 12 photographers, including three from the coast, will showcase their work as part of the “Collected Visions”, Exhibition at the Coastal Arts League, 300 Main St. Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 from Thursday, November 5th, to 30th, 2026.
An artist reception is on Saturday, November 14th, 2026 1:00-4:00pm.
(Closed: Tuesday and Wednesday).
Coastside Artists:
Tessa Burt
Linda Rutherford
Barbara Masek
With other Bay Area local photographers:
Bruce Finocchio
Ian Bornarth
Sandy Patane
Lisa Schuster
Andrew Pierce
Eric DeRitis
Teri Simmons
Emmy Denton
Corey Raffel
They will feature a wide variety of creative imagery from wildlife, landscapes, to travel.
Tessa Burt commented:
“As a member of the PCC, I am thrilled to showcase my work in downtown HMB. It’s a great opportunity to share the coastal beauty and my interpretation in a creative environment.”
Additionally, Barbara Masek said
“I travel the world and capture beautiful, meaningful moments. I am excited to share my travels with other visitors and friends.”
Although not an officially sponsored Peninsula Camera Club (PCC) event, most of the photographers are PCC members. PCC is a member of the Northern California Council of Camera Clubs and is associated with the Photographic Society of America. Founded in 1950, PCC is the oldest camera club in the Bay Area. The club offers members from the Peninsula and Coastal areas an opportunity to meet other photographers, have their images critiqued by specially trained judges, attend educational classes, and participate in photographic field trips. These activities provide photographers of all levels with an opportunity to learn new skills. More information on PCC can be found at www.peninsulacameraclub.com
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For Immediate Release
Contact: Bruce Finnochio / Event Coordinator
bruce@dreamcatcherimages.net, 650-339-2555
Meet Bruce Finocchio
I look for the sacredness of life and the beauty that lives within the world. Through my empathic connection and awareness, my photography seeks to capture the wonder and mystery of life. Each moment is unique and special. Embodying more than just the physical; it’s a window into the spirit world.
This vision brings forth a love for all living creatures. Leaving one with a sense of harmony, oneness, inner calm, and peace.
Knowing in my heart that this captured beauty can stir the soul instills a belief that the web of life can be preserved and wild animals and places can be protected for posterity.
It all began because my dad was a deer hunter, and as his son, I was expected to follow in his footsteps. I killed many birds, ground squirrels, and rabbits as a young boy. Then, in my teens, with my first big rifle, I took up deer hunting. That was short-lived. After watching the light of life go out of a black-tailed buck’s eyes, I choose to preserve the lives of animals. This was a seminal moment in becoming the nature photographer I am today.
My father’s Ramrod Ranch, now mine, in the upper reaches of the Arroyo Seco Valley, Greenfield, California, has become my beloved and sacred place, where I learned to love wildlife, especially birds. I became fascinated with their beautiful sounds, varied and gorgeous coloring, and exciting bird behaviors.
I have cultivated a passionate desire to create nature images that are alive and beautiful. Honing my photographic talents and developing my artistic style allows me to capture the majesty and sacredness of life. I have also learned to love wildlife and the natural world by photographing birds and other animals in such close proximity.
