Point Vicente Lighthouse #1

Point Vicente Lighthouse #1 – The battle ensued and the clash between The United States government and one of its shining members of American history was underway. It was his land, bought and paid for with visions of Italian influence lining an artisan style village. His dream was threatened when the Coast Guard wanted to put in a lighthouse. Mr. Vanderlip fought hard. It lasted years and with everything he could do within his power, his forced acquiescence gave way to Point Vicente Lighthouse after imminent domain was threatened. After all he had done for his country, Mr. Vanderlip lost one of the very few fights he had and it was to the nation he served.

Point Vicente Lighthouse #4

Point Vicente Lighthouse #4 – She is a mystery. She does exist and the many who have seen her will agree. She has become a legend, but nobody knows her real story. Palos Verdes has its hauntings, but not one like this. Walking along the cliffs, pushing the lighthouse lamp or standing in various spots; local legend reveals a lady in search of her husband who was lost at sea. Some will tell you she ended her life, others will say she went searching for her husband one foggy evening and met her demise upon the cliffside. The stories vary, but she remains.

Point Vicente Lighthouse #8

Point Vicente Lighthouse #8 – Friar of Mission Buenaventura, Fray Vincente de Santa Maria, had a mission about 70 miles North of Los Angeles. He inspired the naming of where the lighthouse stands today. In 1790, Captain George Vancouver named the area after him. He had visited the mission and had also named other areas along the California coast after Friar Dumetz (Pt. Dume). The name ‘Vincente’ was shortened to ‘Vicente’ in the early years of the lighthouse.

Point Vicente Lighthouse #13

Point Vicente Lighthouse #13 – When the winds set in, it lets you know if it is friend or foe almost right away. The big screen, wedding albums, selfies and art; Point Vicente lighthouse serves as an area of beauty, where people come to see the yearly wildlife, find peace, join hands in marriage…or go to war. The lighthouse even played its roll in World War II, nestled among the defensive powerhouses lining the coast. Iconic in sight, it has remained active and plays an important role in current shipping operations.

Point Vicente Lighthouse #19

Point Vicente Lighthouse #19 – Golden slumbers settle in every year around Fall, giving a stunning shimmer to the water. The sun sets directly behind the lighthouse, giving a blast of gold to the entire cove. Pelican Cove, the South Side of the lighthouse has been a favorite viewing spot during the later months. The golden appearance has been recognized and appreciated back to the times of the Tongva Indians.

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Bio for Erik Jay

Born and raised in Palos Verdes, Erik Jay has taken photography to a local level and captured the area’s finite detailed locations bringing aspects of Palos Verdes usually reserved for the local’s view.

Erik’s grandfather enjoyed a friendship and shooting partnership with Ansel Adams, whose influence helped shape the angular approaches to his style. Erik continued photography work at Chadwick School, using darkrooms and 35mm film cameras.

Always maintaining photography on a diligent level, Erik fulfilled other career objectives until eight years ago when he decided to take photography to a professional level. Since 2012, Palos Verdes and the South Bay have been relentlessly canvassed by Erik, bringing styles and scenes to the walls of local and previous residents. Erik also is a photographer for M Music Magazine and has contributed to several local publications and cities.

Erik’s work can be seen at his website, www.erikjay.com, where services and prints are available for view. Erik also provides portrait, real estate and event photography.