California road trip prints tell a story that a single photograph cannot. Start in Monterey. Drive 17-Mile Drive to Pebble Beach. Follow the Pacific Coast Highway through Big Sur, then head inland to Palm Springs. Our catalogue holds a fine art print for each stop. This guide shows how to pair them, so that a car and its place hang together as one journey.
The route in four stops
The route has four stops: Monterey, Pebble Beach, Big Sur and Palm Springs. The first three sit on the central coast. The last one sits in the desert. That change of scenery is useful for a wall. The coast usually brings cool tones, while the desert brings warm ones. Together, they make a balanced set. Each stop below has one print that matches it, and you do not need to buy them all.
Why pair a car print with a place
A car print tells people which model you love. A pair tells them where that car took you. That difference matters on a wall. Two images from the same coast share the same sea, the same sky and the same kind of light. As a result, they look chosen rather than collected. Moreover, a journey gives you a story to tell when a guest asks about the pictures.
If you are new to multi-print layouts, start with our guide to diptychs and triptychs. Then come back here for the route.
Stop 1: Monterey and the 1970s motel
Monterey is the natural starting point. The Porsche 911 SC at the motel is listed as a 1970s scene in Monterey, California. It sets the mood of the trip: an old sports car and a roadside stop. Therefore, it works well as the first print of a series. Hang it on the left, or at the top of a vertical pair.
Stop 2: Pebble Beach and 17-Mile Drive
The Ferrari 348 TS at Pebble Beach shows a red Ferrari facing the ocean on 17-Mile Drive. This scenic road runs along the Monterey Peninsula. Because the car faces the sea, the water gives the red a calm background. In addition, the scene is easy to read from across a room. For this reason, it is the strongest anchor print of the route.
Stop 3: Big Sur and the Pacific Coast Highway
Two prints cover this stretch. The Bugatti Chiron Sport at Big Sur and the Lamborghini Diablo on the Pacific Coast Highway are both listed on the same coastal road. One is a modern hypercar. The other is a supercar from the 1990s. Hung side by side, they show three decades of speed on one road. Consequently, this is the easiest pair of the trip to compose. You can read more about the region on Big Sur’s Wikipedia page.
Stop 4: Palm Springs at sunset
Leave the coast and turn inland. The Saguaro Hotel in Palm Springs at sunset closes the trip. The listing describes vibrant Californian colors. It is a place print rather than a car print. Therefore, it gives a car pair a calm counterpoint. It also suits a room that should not look like a garage.
Three pairs to hang
| Pair | Prints | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| The coast pair | Ferrari 348 TS and Lamborghini Diablo | Two Italian cars on the same coastline |
| The contrast pair | Porsche 911 SC at the motel and Saguaro Palm Springs | A car and a place, a 1970s mood and a sunset |
| The trio | Ferrari 348 TS, Bugatti Chiron Sport and Lamborghini Diablo | Three coastal stops in one row, as a triptych |
Which room for which pair
The contrast pair suits a living room. The car brings energy, while the sunset keeps the wall calm. The coast pair works well in a home office, where two prints at the same height look sharp and focused. The trio fits a long wall or a hallway. For a hallway, you can also hang the three prints in a vertical column. To match the colors to your room, read our guide to matching a car print to your interior.
How to hang a journey
Choose one support for the whole set. Aluminium gives a modern, matte look. Acrylic glass adds depth. Canvas feels softer and warmer. Then keep the same format for every print. Mixed sizes can work, but they need more planning. For spacing, heights and layouts, follow the diptych guide linked above.
How many prints make a good set
Two or three prints are enough. Two prints make a clean pair. Three prints make a row with a clear rhythm. Beyond that, the story gets crowded, and each image loses its weight. Therefore, choose the stops that matter most to you. For example, if you love Italian cars, take Pebble Beach and the Pacific Coast Highway. If you prefer a calmer room, take the motel and the sunset. You can always add a fourth print later, once the first pair is on the wall.
Editions and prices
Car prints are limited editions of 200 copies on aluminium or acrylic glass. Landscape and place prints are limited to 30 copies. Canvas is also available, outside the limited edition. Each limited print is numbered and signed, with a certificate of authenticity. Prints start at €78. You can browse the full world landscapes collection and the Porsche prints to extend the route.
Another road: Iceland’s Ring Road
If California is not your road, try the north. The Iceland Ring Road print shows Route 1, the self-drive journey around the island. It sits well beside the Seljalandsfoss waterfall print. Both are Icelandic landscapes, so they share the same cool light.
Frequently asked questions
Can I mix car prints and landscape prints on one wall?
Yes. Pick one place or one journey, so the images share light and color. Keep the same format and the same support across the set. A car and a place from the same region is the safest combination.
Which California print should I start with?
Start with the Ferrari 348 TS at Pebble Beach. It is a strong anchor, and the ocean makes it easy to pair. Then add the Lamborghini Diablo on the Pacific Coast Highway for a coast pair.
Are all the prints limited editions?
Aluminium and acrylic glass prints are limited editions: 200 copies for cars and 30 for landscapes. Canvas is also available. It is not part of the limited edition.
What if my print arrives damaged?
Damaged in transit? We make it right. Contact us and we take care of it.
How many prints should I hang for a road-trip set?
Two or three. Two prints make a clean pair, and three make a row with a clear rhythm. Beyond that, the journey gets crowded. You can always add one more print later.