San Rafael Mission 1, a photo from California, West

Photographer's Note

California's Mission San Rafael was built in 1818, built during the unsettled years of turning over authority from Spain to Mexican leaders. Little thought was given to its architectural design. The mission never had a quadrangle nor a bell tower. It does have the unique star windows like Carmel Mission.

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batalay (41261) 2016-04-27 16:39

Hello Ray,

As always, your note is informative. I had no idea that Spain turned over authority to Mexico in 1818, presumably in most of California. As I look at the style of Carmel Mission I see that it looks more modern than most of the other missions. The Quadrangle and bell tower are indeed missing.

Warm regards,

Bulent

emka (158672) 2016-04-27 23:32

Hello Ray,

Simple but elegant architecture of this old mission. This star window is very original. Lovely garden.

WArm regard s MAlgo

jhm (211738) 2016-04-28 4:23

Hello Ray,

Not the big church or in Europe but a very simple but nice architecture.
I like how you have composed this.
Very well composition, excellent presentation. TFS.

Have a nice day,
John.

lousat (139906) 2016-04-28 8:25

Hi Ray,nice capture of this mission,the style reminds me something of italian,good point of view and excellent sharpness as usual.Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano

kabel (1930) 2016-05-02 14:21

Hello Ray, a beautiful addition to your California Mission series. Architecture is difficult to photograph because it is angular and there are so many things like trees and signs to distract the eye. I like that little statue of the missionary in the yard area. I think a different perspective would have enhanced your photo by not including the street light.
It is only my opinion.... :)
TFS,
Karen