Sonoma Sunrise | Historic Race | Glowing Coastal Waters: CA In Photos

ACROSS 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 several Patch readers who've been very busy lately with their cameras, we're able to share the below photos taken across the state. Take a look at this week's "California In Photos" for glimpses of daily life and scenery up the coast in Northern California and down the coast in Southern California.

• North America Nebula From Danville: Photo Of The Day
• Turning 2 And Full Of Wonder: California Photo Of The Day
• Stunning Sonoma Sunrise: Photo Of The Day
• Photo: CHP Dog Detects 70 Pounds Of Meth
• Photos: Bay Area Native Becomes 1st Woman To Win Napa To Sonoma Half Marathon
• Photo: Fireworms And Red Tide Set OC Coast Aglow
• The Bright Lights Of Niles On Saturday Night: Photo Of The Day
• Flower Pot Overflows With Hydrangeas: Photo Of The Day
• Selecting Fresh Produce At The Farmers Market: Photos Of The Day
• Glorious Sky As The Sun Sets Over Fremont: Photos Of The Day
• Unusual Hydrangea Spotted In Alameda: Photo Of The Day
• Cooling Off In The Pool: Photos Of The Day
• Painted Ladies Pose For Portraits: Photo Of The Day
• Fog Cools The Coast And Nearby Mountains: Photos Of The Day
• A Single Red Rose Commands Attention: Photo Of The Day
• Great Egret Finds Island Of Peace: Photo Of The Day
• Squirrel Pups Play At The Park: Photo Of The Day
• Mellow Sky Kickstarts The Weekend: Photo Of The Day
• Praying Mantis Prowls Sunflower: Photo Of The Day
• Cooling Off In The Redwoods: Photos Of The Day
• Sacramento's Imposing Bridges Stand Tall: Photos Of The Day

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 of California and show off your unique talents. Share your best photos with Patch, and your work could be featured in your community and in this weekly collection of California in pictures. Email your submissions to autumn.johnson@patch.com. Be sure to include your name, the city, the location of the photo, and the date.

Did you miss our most recent "California In Photos?" It is worth another look:

• Motocross Cops | Hydrangea Explosion | Giraffe Blessing: CA In Photos