First dubbed San Benito and then "Spanishtown;" Half Moon Bay is a coastside town with a long and intriguing story. Many know it for its lovely natural surroundings; quaint downtown architecture; and relaxed atmosphere; but not many people know that this town was the first to be established in San Mateo County as a result of 1840s land grants to early Spanish settlers. Isolated on the coast for a time; it became home to Mexican; Chilean; Italian; Portuguese; and other cultures after the 1850s; when roads finally reached over the mountains. During the 20th century; a wide variety of businesses thrived here; as people arrived by road; water; and even railroad. Farms; churches; schools; businesses; and homes sprang up; and the town modernized; though todays Half Moon Bay looks much like it did 100 years ago.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. My Go-To Book for Ideas for My SketchbookBy AnniThis is one of my favorite go-to books for ideas for my sketchbook. The ideas are new and not overused. The pictures and directions are clear and allow for the reader to make their own decisions and designs. It is definitely not a copy the art project book. It is much deeper than that. I would recommend this book to anyone. Im hoping to use these prompts for my AP art students next year for their sketchbooks. I feel that both high school students and artists who love working in their sketchbooks would benefit from this book.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Daily Doses of InspirationBy Kelly FThe authors really do live up to their promise of a daily source of inspiration. At first I didnt always connect their prompts in journal keeping with my personal interest in painting. but wanting to get the most out of their material I obediently proceeded to follow each prompt. It required a lot more writing than I had planned on. and a lot of personal history that I found irrelevant to my goals as an artist. not an an autobiographer. This is likely because I am somewhat older than the average reader of this sort of book. and no longer feel much of a need for self discovery or self examination. Be that as it may. I have so far enjoyed the activities. and most of all. I find that my overall creativity level is indeed inspired. and shows in my artwork. The down side is that I spend time on my journal that I should be spending on my painting.I purchased a second copy as a gift for a friend. and it seems to be inspiring her to return to her own artwork after a hiatus of some years.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. MisleadingBy Kindle CustomerAnything that had 365 in the tittle suggests everyday of the year. I expected something for everyday. even if it was just a tip of the day or suggestions on how to journal everyday. I was really hoping for a prompt for everyday but this book doesnt even come close. I really wish I had read the reviews before buying it.
