I first visited Santa Cruz in 2023 and have returned every year since. I expect it will always hold a special place in my heart and not just because of the people I love who live there. Coming from New York City, is almost like visiting a foreign country. The language and customs are mostly the same but there is a different feeling coming from the people. They are relaxed and kind. Nobody seems to be in a hurry. In a lot of ways, life makes more sense there. Unless you visit the Mystery Spot, where nothing makes sense.

Here are a few sketches I made on a recent trip, paired like a buttery chardonnay with the opening chords of my new song Angels.