As I lead up to a permanent move to California, I find myself attached to documenting everyday life in this amazing country. The last week has been busy getting sorted prior to the move in 20 days. Social Security has been a breeze, accommodation sorted , work place is great - I can't wait to move. Why California ? There are a million reasons, but the major one is ...Opportunity. At my age it is great to be able to re- start a business in a completely new country and I can't think of a better State in which to start. I have been coming here for a few years and have grown to like the diversity, charm and relaxed way of life...not to mention the weather. There are thousands of artistic people in this City and it is easy to appreciate and engage with the many ways the art is manifested . Street Art, Music, Food, Drink ,Design and Style are on every corner. Here are images taken in Santa Paula, Fillmore and Los Angeles over the last few days . Thanks to Sarah Jung of faithfullartisans.com for agreeing to an impromtu portrait , Rick with the tache and the cast of NCIS Los Angeles.