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Mac Bihn looks down at the crowd during his band, Stolen Bikes, show in Isla Vista on Wednesday, November 10th.
Stolen Bikes performs with its members: Charlie Silver, Ray Holmberg, Wally C, and Mac Binh at their Isla Vista house show on November 10th, 2021.
Avi Singh embraces his girlfriend Megan RIchie on Monday night after being gone for the weekend. They return to their group of friends inside their apartment shortly after on Novemeber 1st, 2021.
Megan Richie, Avi Singh, Kaela Foote, and Sanjana Kannan share a small couch. Resting after a long night of dancing in heels in Isla Vista on Saturday, October 30th, 2021.
Night time on Aug. 22 in Isla Vista, Calif.
Playing at the Santa Barbara, Calif. Courtyard Downtown, The Academy Band rocks the crowd on Thursday, Sep. 2, 2021. Playing upbeat rock and pop songs, lead singer, Whitney James (middle) and her husband Gus DeTar (left) are the founders of this local band. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Outside the Granada Theater in Santa Babara Calif., Raven Wylde (left) and Pali Wylde (right) are dancing in the crowd while the band plays in the back on Sep. 2, 2021. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Holding her childhood stuffed animal, Jezebel Kenny stands infront of her bedroom wall that she painted. Santa Barbara, Calif., Sep. 9, 2021. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Spending her Saturday morning at the Santa Barbara, Calif. Farmers Market, Jezebel Kenny, holds a bouquet of flowers infront of a tea and herb booth at the market on Sep. 11, 2021. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Walden Brands went for a bike ride on Sept. 12, 2021 in Sacramento, Calif. to keep himself physically fit. (© Michelle L. Oakes 2021)
Roger Durling, film studies professor and director of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, sits in his usual spot on the couch in his office on Sept. 23 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Since the beginning of quarantine, Durling has been the only person working in the SBIFF office.
Charlie Yeet and Dan Sapienza performed at a small Music and Wine Cellar in Sacramento, Calif. on Sept. 25, 2021. Yeet and Sapienza both played the guitar. (© Michelle L. Oakes)
Charlie Yeet and Dan Sapienza performed at a small Music and Wine Cellar in Sacramento, Calif. on Sept. 25, 2021. Yeet and Sapienza both played the guitar. (© Michelle L. Oakes)
At the Santa Barbara, Calif. Court House on Oct. 2, 2021, women and allies join to fight for Women’s Reproductive Rights after the ban on abortion in Texas. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Tik Tok and Instagram model, Jessie Keogh, shows her support at the Women’s Reproductive Rights March at the Santa Barbara. Calif. Court House on Oct. 2, 2021. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Brynlee Grose and her homecoming date enjoying the afternoon full of sun before their homecoming dance. They dressed up and prepared for a night full of fun during their last homecoming dance in highschool. Santa Barbara, CA, October 2, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Tropical Storm creates an amazing lightning show over Santa Barbara, CA. The lighting continuously strikes over the ocean in front of the Santa Barbara harbor illuminating the entire sky. Lighting Storm in Santa Barbara, CA, October 4, 2021. (© Ian Grose 2021)
Shannon Saleh rocks back and forth in a rocking chair during rehearsal for a scene in “Ripcord” on Oct.6 in the Garvin Theater at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. The play will run from Oct. 13-30.
While Rotary Club members enjoyed appetizers and wine tastings, Peter Kelly worked the booths to helps serve alcoholic beverages in Sacramento, Calif. on Oct. 9, 2021. (© Michelle L. Oakes)
Dennette Taline performed as Lucille Ball at the Sacramento Wine and Food Event on Oct. 9, 2021 and participated in their grape stomping contest. The event proceeds were all donated to the Rotary Club. (© Michelle L. Oakes)
Tom Bromley drank wine with friends at a Rotary Club Wine and Food event in Sacramento, Calif. on Oct. 9, 2021. The club brought together people in the surrounding areas to support local businesses. (© Michelle L. Oakes 2021)
Tom Bromley drank wine with friends at a Rotary Club Wine and Food event in Sacramento, Calif. on Oct. 9, 2021. The club brought together people in the surrounding areas to support local businesses. (© Michelle L. Oakes 2021)
Volunteer cordinator Michael J. prepares for volunteers to sign up for the Haskall Beach cleanup that took place on October 9th, 2021.
Santa Barbara Locals work to pickup trash on Haskall’s beach. Mother and son duo work together to look for microplastics in the sand on October 9, 2021.
The Alisal fire creates a massive cloud of smoke and ash behind the hills of Gaviota, CA. The fire raged over the coastline taking out everything in its path. Gaviota, Ca, October 15, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Santa Barbara fire crew flies overhead with a full bucket of water on the way to put out the Alisal Fire on the Gaviota Coast. The fire crew did laps all day bringing water to the raging fire. Gaviota, CA, October 15, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Lead singer and guitarist Marlow serenades the growing crowd at a Zeta Psi fundraiser in Isla Vista on October 16th, 2021.
Karoline Ruiz celebrates with teammate Jordyn Anderson after taking the lead at Santa Barbara City College’s Campus on October 22nd, 2021 at their game against Cuesta College’s women’s volleyball team.
Teammates of the Santa Barbara City College Girl’s Volleyball Team celebrate after a point, with coach Kat Niksto cheering on the sidelines. Their game on October 22nd, 2021 was against Cuesta College at the SBCC Campus.
Opposing team Cuesta College and the Santa Barbara City College team equally come together to regroup their teams after a point from SBCC. Their game took place October 22nd, 2021 on the SBCC Campus.
From left, Christian Pelonis and Tyler Kelly on stage during their performance at “The Haunt” on Oct. 23 at the Earl Warren showgrounds in Santa Barbara, Calif. Many of the members met while working at Kyles Kitchen together.
Hayden Garfield waits for the perfect time to jump off the rocks and get back out into the water. The backside of the breakwater is extremely dangerous and it takes a lot of knowledge and skill to navigate the backwash. Sandspit, Santa Barbara, CA, October 25, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
A surfer drops in as the backwash explodes behind him. A perfect run of swell on a sunny day at sandspit in Santa Barbara, CA. Santa Barbara, CA, October 25, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Frank Curren running up the beach at sandspit on an unforgettable day of waves. In the middle, Frank works his way back up the beach to catch another wave with the beautiful Santa Barbara cityscape in the distance. Santa Barbara, CA, October 25, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Fenna Roukema moves through her solo in the City College Dance Company’s “Seekers” routine on Oct. 29 in the PE building at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Roukema, along with the rest of the Dance Company, have been preparing for their fall show premiering on Nov. 5 and Nov. 6.
Ronin Castorino giving his father a big hug after taking first place in the NSSA surf competition. Lots of joy and emotion during a special moment between Ronin and his number one supporter, his father Ryan. NSSA contest, Ventura CA, October 30, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Kalea Smith organized a clothing rack while dressed up in a boho chic floppy hat and ribbed sweater on Oct. 29, 2021 in Sacramento, Calif. Smith works part time at a fashion boutique. Smith explained that she likes wearing the trends that that the store sells.. (© Michelle L. Oakes 2021)
Downtown Santa Barbara Calif. lights up for outdoor dining on Halloween night, Oct. 31, 2021. The famous pizza restaurant, Mizza Artisan Pizza & Italian Cuisine, has their patio lit up so custumers can enjoy the fresh air and festive ambience. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
In the middle, the queen bee works her way around the colony she controls while worker bees fill the honeycomb cells. Beekeeping with David Nunez at his bee hives on Painted Cave road, Santa Barbara, CA, Tuesday, November 2, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Honey Bee in flight on its way back to the beehive after searching for pollen on some nearby wildflowers. Beekeeping with David Nunez at his bee hives on Painted Cave road, Santa Barbara, CA, Tuesday, November 2, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Denise Stanley enjoyed the company of a friendly dog while she wore Boho Chic Street Style on Nov. 9, 2021. Stanley said she enjoys spending time with her grandaughter and likes to dress up. (© Michelle L. Oakes)
Oscar Chacon-Gallardo hounds the referee to call a foul during the match against Los Angeles Mission College on Nov. 9 at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Much of the night was spent yelling at the referees.
The Vaqueros huddle together in victory after defeating LA Mission College on Nov. 9 at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara. The Vaqueros are now 12-4-3 overall.
Message Therapist, Krista Fleming, gives Randi McLaren a message in the Geodesic Dome on the property where she lives. Thursday morning, Nov. 11, 2021, Santa Barbara, Calif. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
In her bus home, Krista Fleming is cutting Oat bread for her lunch before heading to the beach. Santa Barbara, Calif., Nov. 11, 2021. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Harlen Long looked after his mothers art shop in Old Town Sacramento on Oct. 14, 2021 in skater street wear. He sported classic skate brands like his O’neil t-shit and Vans sneakers. He said he likes those brands because he enjoys California snowboarding culture. (© Michelle L. Oakes 2021)
Dan Booth and his girfriend Sarah Peerkins walked their dog, Daisy, through a small street in Sacramento, Calif. on Nov. 14, 2021.. Booth was sporting a clean punk look with his black t-shirt, classic Vans sneakers and a leather bracelet. Peerkins was wearing a sophisticated chic bohemian pancho and flower skirt. Booth said his style is about what works and feels good daily. (© Michelle L. Oakes 2021)
Playing a competative chess game in the mall of Santa Barbara, Calif. on Tuesday evening, Nov. 16, 2021., Angela Murray (right) and Charles Papke (left) play to win. In the end, white won and Papke had his victory to which Murray responded with, “Get a man who is smarter than you, get a woman that is equal.” (© Zela Goettler 2021)
Julie Brown holds up one of the barbie dolls from her vast collection on Nov. 17 at her house in Santa Barbara, Calif. Most dolls are vintage that she’s collected from the 60’s and 70’s.
Old religious ornaments displayed in the living room on Nov. 17 in Julie Brown’s house in Santa Barbara, Calif. Many items were purchased by Brown while wandering through European thrift stores.
Eric Heidner conducts the City College Concert Band during rehearsal for their upcoming live concert on Nov. 17 at the Garvin Theatre at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. This will be the band’s first live concert in two years.
A honey bee landed on David’s head while working on the beehives. The sunlight was hitting the bees’ wings showcasing all the intense details on their bodies. Beekeeping with David Nunez at his beehives on a Gaviota Ranch, Santa Barbara, CA, Saturday, November, 20, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
Cleaning out her herbs and tea drawer, Krista Fleming sits on the floor of her bus home to organize her pantry on Sunday morning, Nov. 21, 2021. in Santa Barbara, Calif. She often sits on the floor and enjoys keeping her kitchen clean. (© Zela Goettler 2021)
In preparations for the hoildays, Patty Morgan sets up store decorations at her boutique in Sacramento, Calif. on Nov. 21, 2021. She is wearing a sophisticated chic sweater vest, stone-washed skinny jeans and leopard flats for her day at work. Morgan says she wears clothing that goes well with the style of her store which sells vintage and boho inspired clothing and accessories. (© Michelle L. Oakes 2021)
Surfer gets barreled on a perfect day at Rincon. A busy day in the water on a perfect day of waves south of Santa Barbara, CA. Barrel shot at Rincon, CA, November 7, 2021.(© Ian Grose 2021)
