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she says.“Was it cold, was it warm, was it quiet, how did it make me feel? I grab at every detail like the bark on trees or weeds growing out of rocks…I love water-oriented themes and it’s been nirvana for me to be above the water and underwater as well.” Schaefer and Miller have found the access to nature and the quality of life ideal in Carmel. “We love it here except for the wet fog,” Schaefer says. “It’s low-key yet sophisticated, friendly and quiet except for Car Week. It’s a very easy life for us here.” For more info, visit www.kirkmillerartstudio.com . To reach Kirk Miller, call 916/260-9835 and to reach Sylvia Schaefer call 916/889-6019. C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • F A L L 2 0 2 5 137 “Point Lobos Greetings,” by Schaefer. She says this scene was captured during a hike on a sunny day in Point Lobos. A nature lover, Schaefer showcases the unique elements of the coast and the Carmel area. “Cliffs at Carmel Beach,” by Miller. The artist says he was struck by the light and shadows on the cliff just below the famed Pebble Beach Golf Course.