San Diego Art by RD Riccoboni

San Diego's Fascinating Cultural and Architecture Landmarks in paintings by RD Riccoboni

San Diego Fine Art of RD Riccoboni. This online San Diego Art Gallery features the local San Diego landmarks in paintings and drawings by California artist RD (Randy) Riccoboni. Included are paintings and drawing of classic historic landmarks such as Balboa Park, Old Town, Downtown San Diego, Coronado Island, La Jolla, and other well known California landscapes, seascapes that dance with color and life.

-I love and appreciate both new and old San Diego, along with the California history that surrounds these settings. I first went out in search of old homes to paint, and soon realized there was so much more beauty in the overall experience of the city. I find the city and its people inspire me at every turn to create art.

I go out in search of special places around San Diego County and recreate in art a mix of everyday activity in neighborhood street scenes, all in bold color. In this publication is a selection of my favorite paintings from this group, dating from 2005 to 2007 - RD Riccoboni

Find Gifts on art prints of Historic homes and Cities including Los Angeles Art, San Francisco Art, New York City Art, Boston Art, and many others captured by the artist in his road trips and other travels. Visit the artist's official website where you can order your very own original painting commissioned by this internationally known painter on canvas or paper. Please feel free to browse the gallery store and buy anything you like! When visiting San Diego see the artist's original paintings at the historic Lafayette Hotel on El Cajon Boulevard where North Park meets Hillcrest and University Heights. Please check this Squidoo site frequently as I update and add new information on my San Diego Art, sites and culture around our gorgeous city and county.

Beacon-Artworks Gallery / RD Riccoboni Studio, in Old Town San Diego Historic State Park, 2754 Calhoun Street. San Diego, California. The birthplace of California!

Experience a taste of San Diego.

Located in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park -- one block from the Old Town Trolley Station, celebrate California's golden age, and is close to several San Diego attractions. Discover traditional restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops and live musicians at this must-see cultural oasis.

Celebrate the Holidays in Old Town.

Beacon Artworks Gallery is located in the Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park near the corner of Wallace and Juan Street Entrances across the street from the Presidio Hills Golf Course or from Calhoun Street within the park.

Heritage Row Victorians

Heritage Row by RD Riccoboni, acrylic on canvas 2006.

The Green and Red Home is the Sherman-Gilbert House (1887) Stick Eastlake -- (City Historic Site #8) This house was built and first owned by John Sherman, cousin of General William Tecumseh Sherman. The "widow's walk" and circular window are key elements of this, the first structure moved to Heritage Park, in the spring of 1971. From 1892 to 1965, sisters Bess and Gertrude Gilbert, patrons of art and music, brought internationally famous entertainers to receptions in their home. Among the artists were Yehudi Menuhin, Ernestine Schumann-Heink, and Artur Rubinstein. The Park Ranger office is located on the bottom floor. Next door is Bushyhead House (1887) Italianate -- Edward Wilkerson Bushyhead, early San Diego sheriff, chief of police, and San Diego Union newspaper owner, built this house as a rental. The Italianate style combines double doors with glass panels, tall protruding bay windows, regularly spaced brackets, and a low-pitched roof. The Bushyhead House (along with the Christian House and the Burton House) was moved to its Heritage Park location in summer of 1976. Bushyhead, who was part Cherokee Indian, marched in the Trail of Tears during the displacement of the Southeastern tribes in 1838-39.

This 7.8-acre county park is dedicated to the preservation of San Diego's Victorian architecture. Expansion downtown after WWII threatened these structures with demolition on their original sites. Public and private funds paid for the acquisition, relocation, and restoration of these buildings. Now owned by the county, the structures are leased to private and commercial entities responsible for interior renovation and operation in keeping with the park's Victorian themes.
Another view and painting of the Gilbert Sherman House by Riccoboni.

San Diego Art

Del Prado Theater - San Diego

Glorious on the outside and very simple on the inside the Del Prado Theater in Balboa Park painted by California Impressionist RD Riccoboni.

Originaly built for the 1915 Exposition and called the Varied Industries and Food Products Building. After many years, name changes and various uses the original building was torn down and reconstructed in 1971 named the Casa Del Prado Theater.

Botanical Building, Balboa Park

RD Riccoboni acrylic on canvas

Balboa Park San Diego by RD Riccoboni here is the reflecting pool and Botanical Building. The Botanical Building in San Diego's Balboa Park was the largest wood lath structure in the world when it was built in 1915 for the Panama-California Exposition. The frame of the building originally was meant for a train station in another city and was aquired by the exposition at a tremendous discount.

A 193 by 43 foot reflecting pond and smaller companion pool in front of the Botanical Building were originally referred to as Las Lagunas de las Flores (The Lakes of the Flowers). The pools - which contain exotic water lilies and lotus, goldfish and Japanese koi - were designed as aquatic gardens.

During World War the reflecting pool was used as a swimming pool so sailors at a Naval Training Station - in Balboa Park at that time - could learn to swim. The pool also saw controversial use as a pond for bait and fly casting which was discontinued in 1949 when a fly casting pool was opened in Morley Field.

When the Botanical Building opened to the public in 1915 bird cages holding Linnets, thrushes and canaries had been placed among the palms, bamboos, banana trees, Aralia elegantissima and Aralia chabrierii. Some plants grew too tall, right through the laths and beginning in 1917 were removed or cut down.

Print of Balboa Park Reflecting Pool

Print of Balboa Park Reflecting Pool: Balboa Park Reflecting Pool Prints by Randy Riccoboni. The burgundy and brown hues of the Botanical Building set against the green water lilies and lotus flowers in the large shimmering koi pond in San Diego.

Coronado Island

Jogging the Beach on Coronado Island painted by RD Riccoboni.
Coronado is a small "island" town in San Diego Bay, approximately 7.4 square miles in size, connected to the City of San Diego by the San Diego-Coronado Bridge and to the City of Imperial Beach to the south by State Highway 75. The town is the neighbor of Naval Base Coronado which includes Naval Air Station North Island, home port for two aircraft carriers and the Naval Amphibious Base where the elite SEALS are trained.

Downtown Coronado boasts unique shops and many restaurants serving residents and visitors. Three destination resorts including the famous Hotel Del Coronado pictured in the background of my painting, and many small hotels offer a variety of accommodations. This award-winning beach, recently ranked second best in the country by the Travel Channel, is a special jewel. The beach runs all the way from the North Island Naval Base south past the Hotel Del basically all the way to Mexico. I go there all the time.

The Britt Scripps Mansion

The Queen Anne-style Victorian is one of the finest examples of Victorian architecture in San Diego, the three-story Britt Scripps Inn has been completely restored to authentically reflect the craftsmanship and rich heritage of the late 1800s.
The owners are great folks.

The California Bell Tower Museum Balboa Park

The California Bell Tower Museum Balboa Park by RD Riccoboni.
The San Diego Museum of Man occupies what is probably the most recognized building in Balboa Park and second to the Golden Gate Bridge the most photographed structure in California.

Covered Walkway in Balboa Park San Diego

Covered Walkway in Balboa Park San Diego, painted by RD Randy Riccoboni.

Located Between Casa De Balboa and The House of Hospitality was built by the City of San Diego for the 1915-1916 Panama-California Exposition. The two story Spanish Colonial style building at 1549 El Prado was torn down and reconstructed in 1995-97 to meet current earthquake saftey standards. The miricle of Balboa Park is that most of the buildings are newer. Yes we can build things like we used to!

Prints of Covered Walkway in Balboa Park

Walkway-Arches in The Park: Arches and Covered Walkway in Balboa Park San Diego, Spanish Colonial Architecture painted by RD Randy Riccoboni.

The Baby Del painted by RD Riccoboni

The Baby del house on Coronado Island in San Diego Bay was built in 1887 by Mrs. Livingston. The theory about why it looks so similar to the Hotel del Coronado is that the Victorian house, built six months prior, was the training ground for the carpenters who built the hotel. The most fascinating thing about the Baby del is that is has only been on Coronado island since 1983. It was moved by boat from San Diego costing $120,000 and six month of planning to orchestrate the moving of the Victorian house from its Sherman Heights neighborhood, near Villa Montezuma, at 24th and J Streets, to its present site, which had been a tennis court. It is both a San Diego and Coronado landmark.

Baby's first day at the Beach

Baby's first day at the Beach by RD Riccoboni. Baby del - Livingston house in the background on Coronado Island Beach.

The Beach at Ferry Landing By RD Riccoboni

The Beach at Ferry Landing By RD Riccoboni. View of Downtown San Diego from Coronado Island.

It's worth a visit to "The Old Ferry Landing," as it was once known, for the panoramic view of San Diego's skyline and San Diego Bay. A waterfront park with fishing pier, large grassy lawn and sandy beach make this a very family friendly spot to watch sailboats, tugs and other bay traffic.

Big Tree in Balboa Park

Big Tree in Balboa Park, San Diego, Californa by RD Riccoboni.

La Jolla Cove

La Jolla Cove painted by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni. This tiny beach nook, part of the San Diego La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve, is sheltered by picturesque cliffs and offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean in an intimate setting. La Jolla Cove has some of the clearest water of all San Diego beaches, making it ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling. The gentle lapping waves of La Jolla Cove also make for an enjoyable day of sunbathing, picnicking, or reading a book. Just above La Jolla Cove is Scripps Park, a great place for romping and picnicking while taking in the majestic Pacific Ocean. The walking trails next to Coast Boulevard, above the beach, offer world-class views of the water and the sandstone cliffs leading down to ocean's edge.

Villa Montezuma

Villa Montezuma by San Diego Artist RD Riccoboni.

The splendor and glory of San Diego's early boom years await you at the Villa Montezuma. Built in 1887 for internationally-celebrated author and musician "spiritualist" Jesse Shepard and his "companion-secretary" Lawrence Tonner. The two held famous seance's for San Diego's finest in their home. The Victorian house offers an exotic exterior, ornate interior and art glass windows. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Villa Montezuma hosts a variety of cultural and community activities including Victorian Christmas celebrations, Victorian teas, musicales, poetry readings and educational programs. Villa Montezuma is Located in Sherman Heights at 1925 K St. (20th and K streets) near downtown San Diego.

San Diego Harbor Sunset

San Diego Harbor sunset by RD Riccoboni. The ship here is the HMS. Surprise is a 179-foot full rigged ship. Her designers and builders made a painstaking effort to recreate a 24 gun frigate of Great Britan's Nelson era Royal Navy. The result is a replica vessel unmatched in its authenticity and attention to detail. Originally christened H.M.S. Rose when she was launched in 1970, she served as a sail training vessel operating out of several East coast ports for over 30 years. the ship underwent extensive modifications for the production of the film in 2002. The museum acquired the ship in October, 2004. Plans include restoring the ship to seaworthy condition, but the timetable for her return to sea is uncertain. The same ship was used in the academy award winning film, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World found a permanent home at the Maritime Museum of San Diego in 2004. The HMS Surprise is a magnificent replica of an 18th century Royal Navy frigate.

Field Trip

Field Trip to Balboa Park San Diego by RD Riccoboni.

The Casa de Balboa was built by the City of San Diego for the 1915-1916 Panama-California Exposition. The two story Spanish Colonial style building was reconstructed after a fire in 1978

Palm at La Jolla Cove

La Jolla Cove Palms painted by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni

Cove Beach, La Jolla California

View west to the Pacific from La Jolla Cove painted by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni.

Cliff Walk La Jolla California

Cliff Walk La Jolla California by RD Riccoboni 2006. Acrylic on Canvas. La Jolla is one of Riccoboni's favorite San Diego areas to paint.

La Jolla is and enchanting coastal community, located 14 miles from the Center of San Diego. From this vantage point above majestic caves that look down on La Jolla Shores, to the Cove and children's Pool. You will observe the numerous the numerous wildlife, the brown pelican, cormorants, Sea lions and harbor seals. As you walk inland to the village you will encounter the richness and beauty of La Jolla's past and present. You will also learn about the people who have preserved and enhanced the natural beauty of the area for future generations to come. With San Diego's wonderful climate, flowers are always in full color and bloom. You will leave only footsteps and take with you some great memories.

Full Sail in San Diego Bay

Full Sail in San Diego Bay by RD Riccoboni. Beautiful Point Loma is in the background.

San Diego Bay has played host to many historical events. Without the Big Bay and its peaceful, moderate climate, California may have developed without the influence of Father Junípero Serra's Spanish mission system. And without San Diego Bay, pioneer aviators such as Curtiss, Lindbergh, Fleet and Ryan would never have given San Diego its aerospace and defense legacy.

Did you know that Point Loma was discovered in 1542 and named San Miguel? The Big Bay's rich history starts at the tip of Point Loma where you can visit the Cabrillo National Monument.

Johnson House, Old Town San Diego by RD Riccoboni

Old San Diego, California by RD Riccoboni. This is Johnson House, Now a shop on the Historic green.
George Alonzo Johnson, a steamboat operator on the Colorado River and later a California State Assemblyman from San Diego, built this small frame home for his family in 1869. In 1880 he moved back into the Old Town House, where he lived until his death in 1903. Displays include artifacts from the Spanish and early American periods, as well as archaeological tools and techniques.

Panarama Street

Panorama Street Palms by RD Riccoboni. These beautiful trees are in University Hieghts. University Heights is one of San Diego's oldest communities. Its heart is near the intersection of Adams Avenue and Park Boulevard. If you think you see images of ostriches everywhere, that is because in the early 1900's Harvey Bentley's Ostrich Farm supplied the raw materials for fashionable ostrich-feather hats and garments. (We're more politically correct in the 21st Century.) You can see them in my Pen and Ink drawings of the University Heights Sign.

Point Loma Light - San Diego California

Point Loma Light - San Diego California, by artist RD Riccoboni.

The Old Point Loma Lighthouse stood watch over the entrance to San Diego Bay for 36 years. At dusk on November 15, 1855 the light keeper climbed the winding stairs and lit the light for the first time. What seemed to be a good location 422 feet above sea level, however, had a serious flaw. Fog and low clouds often obscured the light. On March 23, 1891 the light was extinguished and the keeper moved to a new lighthouse location closer to the water at the tip of the Point.

Today the Old Point Loma Light House still stands watch over San Diego, sentinel to a vanished past. The National Park Service has refurbished the exterior and interior to its historic 1880's appearance, including rebuilding some out-buildings, a reminder of a bygone era. Located in the Cabrillo national Monument where climbing out of his boat and onto shore in 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources.

San Diego Marina

Downtown San Diego Marina painted by Califoria artist RD Riccoboni. From here, everything you need is within walking distance. With the average temperature of 72 degrees, walking is the way to go!Stay in a first-class hotel. Explore the dining and excitement of the Gaslamp Quarter. Stroll the waterfront. Enjoy eclectic shopping. Come for the convention, stay for the vacation. We're the friendliest big city around these parts!

Old Town, San Diego, California by RD Riccoboni

Old San Diego, California by RD Riccoboni. This is Old San Diego Court house and The Colorado House. Home to the Wells Fargo Company. Originally a hotel, now houses the Wells Fargo Museum. The building is a reconstruction of the 1860 original. The Wells Fargo Museum is a historically furnished Wells Fargo agent's office, including one of the famous 30 Coaches shipped to Wells Fargo in 1867, a panoramic painting of San Diego in 1855, and a gold watch given as reward for care of San Diego treasure on a stagecoach.

Gay Pride Party on Sixth Avenue

Gay Pride Party on Sixth Avenue by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni.

A celebration of our diverse community! The San Diego Pride Celebration is the 7th largest in the United States attracting 150,000 spectators to the Parade and 40,000 to the weekend Festival. The Pride Parade is the best attended and largest single day event in San Diego.

Spreckles Mansion

Spreckles Mansion by San Diego Artist RD Riccoboni.

The former home of San Diego industrialist John D Spreckles the Edwardian style of the Mansion arouses a sense of time and grandeur. Now home of the Glorietta Bay Inn.

Balboa Park at Night

Balboa Park at Night painted by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni. World-renowned Balboa Park is home to fifteen museums, various arts and international culture associations, as well as the San Diego Zoo, making it one of the nation's largest cultural and entertainment complexes.

Sunset On Texas Street Canyon

Sunset On Texas Street Canyon, San Diego, California by RD Riccoboni 2007. Acrylic on canvas.

Texas Street Canyon is located in the village of University Heights and North Park.

The Hotel Del Coronado

Painted by RD Riccoboni acrylic on canvas 2006

Modern Coronado history really began in 1886 when a consortium of five men - Hampton L. Story, Elisha S. Babcock Jr., Jacob Gruendike (Who along with H.M. Covert started the San Diego Water Company in 1873 -the first in the city), Heber Ingle, and Joseph Collett - formed the Coronado Beach Company and began construction of the Hotel del Coronado.

The Del was completed in 1888 and desiginated a National Historic Landmark in 1977.

Many famous guests have stayed at the Del including President Benjamin Harrison in 1891 and every U.S. President since Lyndon Johnson. The movie 'Some Like it Hot' starring Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis was filmed at the Hotel del Coronado in 1958. Many Hollywood stars such as Frank Sinatra, Jerry Lewis, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, and Marilyn Monroe frequented the hotel.

When England's Prince of Wales visited The Hotel del Coronado in 1920 he may have met his future wife who was then living in Coronado. The wife of Naval Air Station, North Island's first commanding officer remarried twice and finally become Wallis Warfield Spencer Simpson Windsor, the late Duchess of Windsor, for whom King Edward of England gave up his throne in 1936.

San Diego Gaslamp

San Diego Gaslamp by RD Riccoboni acrylic on canvas 2006

The old Gaslamp section of downtown San Diego California is the oldest original downtown in the Golden State that is still standing in tact. The Gaslamp Quarter is Southern California's premier dining, shopping and entertainment district, where you'll find a truly eclectic blend of food, fun and culture all within one of San Diego's most historic areas.

The Loius Bank of Commerce (left) was built by the siblings of the Hotel Del Coronado. Wyatt Earp (1848-1929) arrived in San Diego after his Tombstone days. He invested heavily from 1885 to 1887, in Stingaree district real estate and saloons. Earp owned or leased four saloons and gambling halls; the most famous was the Oyster Bar, pictured to the left in this painting by Riccoboni was located in the Louis Bank Building on Fifth Avenue. Upstairs was the Golden Poppy Hotel a brothel run by a fortune teller.

Next door to the right is the Nesmith-Greeley Building, built in 1888 it held the Law Office of Mrs. Clara Shortridge Foltz. The first woman admitted to the State Bar of California

Bankers Hill Victorian Cottages

RD Riccoboni acrylic on canvas 2007

Historic sunlit Bankers Hill Victorian Cottages, near downtown San Diego California.

Bankers Hill is literally up the hill from downtown San Diego. It was an early upscale neighborhood of the growing city and many Victorian mansions, cottages and buildings remain in the area.

Banker's Hill Cottages Print

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Bankers Hill Cottages: San Diego Victorians by Riccoboni

San Diego Facts

California's second largest city and the United States' seventh largest, San Diego boasts a citywide population of nearly 1.3 million residents and more than 2.8 million residents countywide. Within its borders of 4,200 sq. miles, San Diego County encompasses 18 incorporated cities and numerous other charming neighborhoods and communities within the city limits, including downtown's historic Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, Coronado, La Jolla, Hillcrest, Barrio Logan, University Heights, Pacific Beach, North Park, Del Cerro, Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Bankers Hill, Golden Hill, Rolando, Linda Vista, Mission Beach, San Carlos and more.

San Diego's Location
San Diego is located in Southern California about 116 miles south of Los Angeles.

San Diego's Main Cities
Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, Del Mar, El Cajon, Encinitas, Escondido, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, National City, Oceanside, Poway, San Marcos, Santee, Solana Beach and Vista.

San Diego's Climate
Warm and Sunny
Average Temperature is 70 degrees.
Winter temperatures rarely fall below 40 degrees.
Average annual rainfall is less than 10 inches in December through March.

San Diego's Square Miles
4,255 square miles

San Diego's Population
2.8 million residents
2nd Largest City in California
7th largest city in the U.S.

La Jolla Cove and Village by RD Riccoboni

20 x 30 acrylic on Canvas

Beautiful La Jolla Cove Beach and the village above, on a summer day painted by RD Riccoboni 2007. Here look to aqua blue water and splashes of color at this famous San Diego California Beach.

La Jolla in Spanish means "The Jewel". It is the Jewel of America's finest city, San Diego. La Jolla is located 15 minutes from downtown San Diego. It has wonderful beaches, cultural activities and fine restaurants. La Jolla is an exquisite combination of a southern European resort atmosphere and Southern California fun. While La Jolla is known to be one of the most affluent communities in the United States, it has a down to earth feel due to the beautiful natural scenery and the helpfulness of its residents. Moreover, in addition to fine restaurants, beautiful beaches, hotels and art galleries, La Jolla is home to renowned institutions, such as the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the Stephen Birch Aquarium & Museum. This is in addition to the University of California, San Diego. Furthermore, La Jolla is home to many Bio-Tech and software companies. In short, La Jolla is a great place to live in, visit, or do business.

La Jolla Cove and Village

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Whaley House, Old Town San Diego by Riccoboni

Whaley House, Old Town San Diego by Riccoboni The first brick home in San Diego California is an 1856 Greek revival Mansion.
According to the Travel Channel's America's Most Haunted, the Thomas Whaley House is believed to be the number one most haunted house in the United States. The mansion also housed the former county courthouse and San Diego's first commercial theater.

Old Town San Diego is considered the "birthplace" of California. San Diego is the site of the first permanent Spanish settlement in California. It was here in 1769, that Father Junipero Serra came to establish the very first mission in a chain of 21 missions that were to be the cornerstone of California's colonization. Father Serra's mission and Presidio were built on a hillside overlooking what is currently known as Old Town San Diego. At the base of the hill in 1820's, a small Mexican community of adobe buildings was formed and by 1835 had attained the status of El Pueblo de San Diego. In 1846, a U.S. Navy Lieutenant and a Marine Lieutenant, raised the American flag in the Old Town San Diego Plaza.

Old Town San Diego

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Whaley House Prints: Whaley House, Old Town San Diego by Riccoboni The first brick home in San Diego California is an 1856 Greek revival Mansion. According to the Travel Channel's America's Most Haunted, the Thomas Whaley House is believed to be the number one most haunted house in the United States.
Whaley House Site: The Whaley House Museum.The house is now in the process of a major restoration. Our interpretive period is from 1856 when construction began on the house to 1885 when Thomas Whaley moved his family to a new home on State Street, with a focus on 1868 to 1871, when the Whaley House was not only the Whaley family residence, but also San Diego's first theater, the county courthouse, and the Whaley and Crosthwaite General Store.

Sunny Day At The Cove by RD Riccoboni

24 x 36 Acrylic on Canvas

Sunny Day At The Cove, La Jolla California, by American Painter RD Randy Riccoboni

Riccoboni's paintings on canvas and paper depict his travels and local interest. Subjects include California landscape, cityscape, portraiture, street-scenes, public events, and everyday happenings and friends. His palette is derived from the bold colors of the original rainbow flag. Colors that represent, sexuality, healing, sunshine, nature, art, harmony, and spirit. Riccoboni's internationally recognized work represents community, a sense of place in a positive and life affirming manner.

Sunny Day at The Cove - La Jolla California - Framed Print

Sunny Day Print: Sunny Day At The Cove, La Jolla California, by American Painter RD Randy Riccoboni. Bright and vibrant colors capture the heat of summer in this day at the beach.
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Calm Sea at La Jolla Cove by RD Riccoboni

Acrylic on Canvas 20 x 30

Calm Sea at La Jolla Cove in San Diego California, by American Painter RD Randy Riccoboni. Bright and vibrant colors capture the heat of summer in this day at the beach.
Riccoboni's Impressionist art and Realism art includes California Art, San Diego Art, Los Angeles Art, San Francisco Art, New York Art, Manhattan Art, New York City Art, Connecticut Art, and New England Art

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Beach Day by RD Riccoboni

30 x 40 Acrylic on Canvas

Beach Day at La Jolla Cove in San Diego California, by American Painter RD Randy Riccoboni. Bright and vibrant colors capture the heat of summer in this day at the beach.

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The Weenie Wagon at The Fair

Watercolor by RD Riccoboni

Love the fair? Love a big weenie? Here's the Weenie Wagon at The Fair by San Diego California Artist RD Riccoboni for the Hot Dog lover in you.
From the - Fun at The Fair - series of paintings depicting local San Diego County carnivals and of course the famous Del Mar Fair.

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La Casa de Estudillo, by RD Riccoboni

La Casa de Estudillo, by RD Riccoboni. Located in Old Town, San Diego, California. Constructed in 1825 as the home of Don Jose Antonio de Estudillo, a Spanish aristocrat. It became a sanctuary for women and children during the American occupation in 1846. For a number of years it was incorrectly identified as "Ramona's Marriage Place" from Helen Hunt Jackson's "Ramona". The adobe structure is considered to be one of Old Town's outstanding show places. 1825 Casa de Estudillo, one of the finest adobe haciendas in the state of California.

Prints of La Casa de Estudillo

Casa Prints: Prints of La Casa de Estudillo, by RD Riccoboni. Located in Old Town, San Diego, California.
Old Town State Historic Park: Old Town San Diego State Historic Park recreates life in the Mexican and early American periods of 1821 to 1872. Five original adobes are part of the complex, which includes shops, restaurants and a museum. La Casa de Estudillo is a mansion built around a garden courtyard. La Casa de Machado y Stewart is full of artifacts that reflect ordinary life of the period. Other historic buildings include a schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, San Diego's first newspaper office, and a stable with a carriage collection. (San Diego became California's first Spanish settlement when a mission and fort were established in 1769.)
Plaza del Pasado: Experience a taste of San Diego's rich history-in more ways than one-at Plaza del Pasado. Located in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park -- one block from the Old Town Trolley Station -- Plaza del Pasado celebrates California's golden age, and is close to several San Diego attractions. Discover traditional restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops and live musicians at this must-see cultural oasis.
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Lafaytte Pool Prints

Swimming Pool: The Swimming Pool Print by RD Riccoboni.

The Historic Lafayette Hotel

by RD Riccoboni 16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas

The Lafayette Hotel in San Diego where Hollywood's most glamorous stars came night after night to what was the resort hotel's fashionable Mississippi Ballroom to drink, dine and dance to the music of Ted Fio Rito and other top-drawer big bands. The historic Mississippi Ballroom is now a popular Wedding and Banquet Hall. Here is the world famous terrazzo swimming pool at the hotel designed by Johnny Weismuller. Movie legends Esther Williams, Ava Gardner and Bob Hope where among the guests who hung out there.

Old Adobe Chapel, Old Town San Diego

Painting by RD Riccoboni, 16 x 20 acrylic on canvas

The Old Adobe Chapel was reconstructed in the 1930's, after the original structure was razed. The Adobe Chapel was the first parochial church in the first parish of California after the secularization of the missions in 1832. The Old Adobe Chapel was the setting for the fictional wedding of Ramona in Jackson's novel. In 1849, a small parish chapel was built and named Immaculate Conception. Now known as the Old Adobe Chapel, this preserved structure can be visited on Conde Street in Old Town. Construction on the present day church began in 1868 under the direction of Father Antonio Ubach. The church was finally completed and dedicated in 1919, and, aside from some structural renovations required for current building codes, has since stood the test of time

Old Adobe Chapel Prints

Old Chapel Prints: Old Adobe Chapel In Old Town San Diego California by RD Riccoboni. Prints from Beacon Artworks.

Old Town Grocery and Provision Store

by RD Riccoboni

Old San Diego, California by RD Riccoboni. This is Old Town Grocery and Provision Store on the City Green.

Old Town Grocery and Provision Store Prints

Old Town Provision Store: Old Town Grocery and Provision Store by Riccoboni. Prints from Beacon Artworks Studio.

Robinson-Rose House / Overland Mail

by RD Riccoboni

James Robinson built this two-story structure in 1853 as his family residence and as the home of the San Diego Herald, the San Diego and Gila Railroad office and other private offices. Fire destroyed the roof in 1874. The reconstructed building now serves as Old Town State Historic Park's visitor center. Hours: 10-5 daily; Admission: free

Robinson Rose House Prints

Old Town San Diego: Robinson-Rose House by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni. Located in Old Town.

Seeley Barn and Stables Old Town San Diego

by Randy RD Riccoboni

The impressive White Seeley Barn and Stables San Diego, acrylic by Randy RD Riccoboni 2007. Located in Historic Old Town, San Diego California. painting of a man leading a donkey with a woman in a hat riding dressed in old fashioned attaire. Albert Seeley ran the San Diego-Los Angeles Stage Coach Line, which was put out of business in 1887 after the coming of the railroad.

Print of Seeley Barn and Stables

Seely Stables Print: Albert Seeley ran the San Diego-Los Angeles Stage Coach Line. This painting is by local California artist RD Riccoboni.

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Artists in California, 1786-1940

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California Impressionism

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Greene and Greene: Masterworks

by: Bruce Smith, Alexander Vertikoff

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Domains of Wonder: Selected Masterworks of Indian Painting

by: B. N. Goswamy, Caron Smith

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San Diego Then and Now

by: Nancy Hendrickson

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Calhoun Street Old Town San Diego, California

by RD Riccoboni

Calhoun Street San Diego by RD Riccoboni. Old Town San Diego painted by on of California's favorite artists. Historic buildings line one of western America's oldest streets. This where California and the western United States began. The large house in the background is Casa De Bandini, one of the oldest houses in California is now the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant. La Casa de Bandini was completed in 1829 and soon became the social center of Old Town. Juan Bandini held various offices during the Mexican regime. When Americans took over, he supplied them with horses and supplies from his rancho.

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Where California Began

Calhoun Street Print: Purchase a framed print of Old Town San Diego painted by on of California's favorite artists. Historic buildings line the street where California and the western United States began in the early 1800's.

The Californian - Tallship -San Diego California

by American artist RD Riccoboni

The Californian - Tallship by RD Riccoboni in San Diego Bay with Point Loma beyond. The Californian is a replica of the 1847 Revenue Cutter C.W. Lawrence, that patrolled the coast of California enforcing federal law during the gold rush. The Revenue Cutter Service, along with four other federal maritime agencies, was consolidated into the United StatesCoast Guard in 1915. Designed for speed, Californian has nine sails, carries 7,000 square feet of canvas, measures 145 feet in length, weighs 130 tons and is armed with four six-pound deck guns. She casts a distinctive and instantly recognizable silhouette and has become one of the most well known tall ships in America

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Californian Print: Order a framed print or canvas of The Tallship Californian by Riccoboni.

Sherman-Gilbert House

Victorian Splendor painted by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni

Sherman-Gilbert House painted by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni was built in1887 and is a Stick Eastlake Victorian House. This house was built and first owned by John Sherman, cousin of General William Tecumseh Sherman. The "widow's walk" and circular window are key elements of this also known as a belvedere. This house was the first structure moved to Heritage Park, in the spring of 1971. From 1892 to 1965, sisters Bess and Gertrude Gilbert, patrons of art and music, brought internationally famous entertainers to receptions in their home. Among the artists were Yehudi Menuhin, Ernestine Schumann-Heink, and Artur Rubinstein

Sherman Gilbert House Print

Sherman Gilbert Print: Sherman-Gilbert House painted by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni. Availble framed in many different styles and choices.

Tallship The Star of India in San Diego Bay

by American Artist RD Riccoboni

The Star of India is the world's oldest active ship. She began her life on the stocks at Ramsey Shipyard in the Isle of Man in 1863. Iron ships were experiments of sorts then, with most vessels still being built of wood. Within five months of laying her keel, the ship was launched into her element. She bore the name Euterpe, after the Greek goddess of music. Name Star of India in 1906 she has been called the foremost symbol of San Diego, for ships like her were the original sinews of our city's progress. Yet she is more than that-she is the essence of a vanished age, a glorious time when men and women voyaged under towers of masts and clouds of canvas. The Californian is in the background to the left and the HMS Suprise just behind The Star of India.

Tallship The Star of India print

by RD Riccoboni

Star of India print: Framed Prints in many style choices of historic Tallship The Star of India, by American artist RD Riccoboni.

Casa de Estudillo Adobe Hacienda

by RD Riccoboni

Casa de Estudillo in Old Town San Diego painted by american artist RD Riccoboni.
Construction of the most famous Old Town adobe estate began in 1827 and was completed in 1829 by Captain Jose Maria de Estudillo, commander of the San Diego presidio. When he died in 1830, the house passed to his son, Jose Antonio Estudillo, who served as revenue collector, treasurer, alcalde, and judge of San Diego under Mexican rule and later treasurer and assessor of San Diego County under American rule. He married Maria Victoria Dominguez and their family lived there until 1887. The original adobe home was restored in 1910 with funds provided by the Spreckels family, under the direction of Architect Hazel Waterman; it was donated to the State by Mr. Legler Benbough; furnishings were provided with the assistance of the National Society of Colonial Dames of America. For many years, the building was mistakenly known as "Ramona's Marriage Place" from Helen Hunt Jackson's novel. The museum now features furnished rooms and a working kitchen and large courtyard.

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Casa de Estudillo by Riccoboni

Casa de Estudillo Print: Souvenir art of California. Casa de Estudillo by San Diego artist RD Riccoboni.

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EditionH EditionH Jul 10, 2007 @ 8:16 am

great work.. with bright atmosphere..

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Jo Jo Jul 8, 2007 @ 11:12 pm

Randy's work is alive, warm, vibrant and makes you want to be in front of the place where he has painted...it is always a feel good feeling - Jo

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Marilyn Marilyn Jul 7, 2007 @ 8:32 pm

Randy, your artwork is so inspiring. We have two of your paintings already and are truly amazed that you continue to create pieces that capture beauty with your vivid colors. We get so many compliments from guest. We will definitely purchase more.

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JR JR Jul 7, 2007 @ 8:24 pm

Randy, very few artists are able to capture time and the moment so perfect. Your art speaks beauty through the places and images you create.

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Sam Sam Jul 7, 2007 @ 12:33 am

Randy's art is great. Fine work that brings life to city scenery.

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John K John K Jul 7, 2007 @ 12:25 am

His paintings have such feeling and vibrancy. I love the original that he did for me. It reminds me of home is San Diego. It reminds me of potato chips, it is hard to have just one.

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Courtyard at Casa Del Prado - Balboa Park

Painting by RD Riccoboni, 16 x 20 acrylic on canvas

Courtyard at Casa Del Prado, painting by RD Riccoboni Located in Historic Balboa Park in San Diego, California. Randy RD Riccoboni is an insightful, American born artist (California, 1960) influenced by a plethora of sights, sounds, colors, textures and emotion. This self-taught artist acquired his drive and inspiration from encouragement given him by family, friends and public school teachers. Riccoboni's profound love for art and architecture are evidenced in his paintings, landscape and portrait masterpieces.Town,

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Casa Del Prado Artwork: Courtyard at Casa Del Prado, painting by RD Riccoboni

San Diego Paintings by R.D. Riccoboni - Collector's Portfolio

Artwork by California' premier cityscape painter in a beautiful paper back book of prints

San Diego Paintings contains eighty collector color pictures by California artist RD Riccoboni of San Diego California bound in a catalog book of paintings from the Beacon Artworks Gallery - Riccoboni Studio collection. Features Riccoboni paintings created during 2005 through 2007, of historic colonial, Victorian through modern architecture. The birthplace of California - Old Town San Diego is featured here as well as the first mission and colonial building in the western United States, Mission San Diego De Alcala. Visit the Spanish Colonial fantasy of Balboa Park, historic Gaslamp district, Little Italy, Point Loma, La Jolla and Coronado Island. This book takes you on a colorful tour through art of America's finest city. San Diego paintings of RD Riccoboni, Collectors Edition, makes a unique gift or keepsake.

San Diego Paintings - Collector's Edition Portfolio

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San Diego Paintings by RD Riccoboni: San Diego Paintings by RD Riccoboni is a book of over 80 Riccoboni collector prints.Features the landscape and cityscape of San Diego paintined in vivid color.

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