Smoky Skies; Sunflower Love; Sweet Summer: This Is CA In Photos

CALIFORNIA – From its beaches to its deserts and mountains, from its lakes and forests to its small towns and big cities, there's just so much to see in California! And we got to thinking: Why not share the photos we receive, and see elsewhere, with you?

Thanks to Patch readers, we're able to share photos taken across the state. We hope you'll enjoy this week's "California In Photos," showcasing glimpses of daily life and scenery in Northern California, as well as down the coast in Southern California.

Click on links under the images to learn more about each photograph.

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Smoky Skies & Stunner Sunsets: Sonoma Co. Photos Of The Week

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On The Waterfront: Martinez Photos Of The Week

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With Love, From A Sunflower (Look Closely!): Dixon Photo Of Week

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Summer Bliss: Concord Photo Of the Week

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Stunning Santa Monica Beach Pics: Photos Of The Week

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Views Of Hercules: Photos Of The Day

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Beautiful View Of Big Rock Ridge: Photo Of The Week

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Pretty Pinole: Photos Of The Day

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Breathtaking Beauty: Danville's Photo Of The Week

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Stunning Sunset: San Ramon's Photo Of The Week

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Backyard Bliss Plus One: Photos Of The Day

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51 Images That Show The Magnitude Of The Holy Fire

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Flaming Red Maple: Photos Of The Day

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26 Incredible Images Of The Holy Fire

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It's Your State, It's Your Shot!

It's your turn, photographers. Whether you're an amateur, a professional, an Instagrammer or just the one who always has their phone or camera ready so as not to miss that perfect shot, we're excited to view and share your work. If you have an awesome photo of nature, breathtaking scenery, kids caught being kids, a pet doing something funny or something unusual you happen to catch, we'd love to feature it here on Patch.

We're looking for high-resolution images that reflect the beauty that is California and that show off your unique talents. Share your best photos with Patch and your work could be featured in your community as well as in this weekly collection of California in pictures. Email your submissions to autumn.johnson@patch.com. Be sure to include your name, the city, location of the photo and date.

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FOR OTHER AMAZING CA PHOTO SHOWS FROM PATCH READERS:

Blue Moon; Insect Star; Vintage Van: This Is CA In Photos

Signature Golf Cart; Sun Splendor: This Is CA In Photos

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--Collage images via Al Francis of of Napa Sonoma Photos +Al Francis Photos, Ken Fong, Joe Tullis, Loren Lloyd, Regina D., jjsmaria, YG Xiao.