CarlV12 Photography | Fine Art Photographer in Palm Springs

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CARLV12
Photography by Carlos Vargas

Architecture photography in Palm Springs, California

New Art

Prints by Theme

Signfixation

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My Story

My name is Carlos Vargas and I was born and raised in Barranquilla, Colombia.

I’ve moved around over the years; Austin, Texas; Panama City, Panama; San Jose, Costa Rica; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Albuquerque, New Mexico and now I’m living in Palm Springs, California.

The 26th Annual Palm Springs Modernism Show returns to the Palm Springs Convention Center February 14th-16th with 130+ exhibitors showcasing the best in midcentury and modern design. General admission tickets are $30 and valid for all three show days:

• Saturday, Feb 14: 10 am– 6 pm
• Sunday, Feb 15: 10 am– 5 pm
• Monday, Feb 16: 10 am– 4 pm

Join us at this fantastic show
I will be showcasing my art in booth 702

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #midcenturystyle #palmspringsmodernismshow #palmsprings

The 26th Annual Palm Springs Modernism Show returns to the Palm Springs Convention Center February 14th-16th with 130+ exhibitors showcasing the best in midcentury and modern design. General admission tickets are $30 and valid for all three show days:

• Saturday, Feb 14: 10 am– 6 pm
• Sunday, Feb 15: 10 am– 5 pm
• Monday, Feb 16: 10 am– 4 pm

Join us at this fantastic show
I will be showcasing my art in booth 702

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #midcenturystyle #palmspringsmodernismshow #palmsprings

The City Center Motel in Reno, Nevada was one of those classic mid-century roadside spots that quietly tells the story of old Reno travel culture.Built during Reno’s boom years (1950s–60s), the motel catered to motorists cruising U.S. 40 and early I-80

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

The City Center Motel in Reno, Nevada was one of those classic mid-century roadside spots that quietly tells the story of old Reno travel culture.Built during Reno’s boom years (1950s–60s), the motel catered to motorists cruising U.S. 40 and early I-80

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Fergusons Downtown Motel - Las Vegas, NV

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Fergusons Downtown Motel - Las Vegas, NV

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Jet Age chrome under a Palm Springs sky.
1958 Pontiac Star Chief.

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#palmsprings #midcenturystyle #carsofpalmsprings #modernismweek

Jet Age chrome under a Palm Springs sky.
1958 Pontiac Star Chief.

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#palmsprings #midcenturystyle #carsofpalmsprings #modernismweek

Frontier Motel offered air conditioning by refrigeration - Tucson, AZ

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Frontier Motel offered air conditioning by refrigeration - Tucson, AZ

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Route 66 Restaurant - Santa Rosa, NM

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #Route66 #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Route 66 Restaurant - Santa Rosa, NM

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #Route66 #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Speedee was McDonald’s original mascot, used from 1948 to the early 1960s. He appeared as a cheerful little chef with a hamburger-shaped head and a chef’s hat, created to represent the restaurant’s new “Speedee Service System.”

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Speedee was McDonald’s original mascot, used from 1948 to the early 1960s. He appeared as a cheerful little chef with a hamburger-shaped head and a chef’s hat, created to represent the restaurant’s new “Speedee Service System.”

• Prints available on my website www.carlv12.com
• link in bio

#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

The Peace Bug ☮️ Tucson, AZ
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#Midcenturystyle #Americana #Roadsideamerica #VW

The Peace Bug ☮️ Tucson, AZ
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Liquor & Bait at the Salton Sea - Mecca, CA
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Liquor & Bait at the Salton Sea - Mecca, CA
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The 1966 Plymouth Barracuda is a standout of early American pony-car design-sleek, compact, and still a bit under-the-radar compared to its Mustang and Camaro rivals.
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The 1966 Plymouth Barracuda is a standout of early American pony-car design-sleek, compact, and still a bit under-the-radar compared to its Mustang and Camaro rivals.
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Tacos, burritos & tostadas...
A castle shaped taco stand located in Downtown Indio, CA built in 1945
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#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Tacos, burritos & tostadas...
A castle shaped taco stand located in Downtown Indio, CA built in 1945
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#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

The Bun Boy in Baker, California, was a beloved roadside diner and motel, famed for its eye-catching sign and its location near the World’s Largest Thermometer. Serving generations of travelers along I-15, it operated for decades and even briefly rebranded as a Bob’s Big Boy. Eventually, the business closed, leaving behind an abandoned motel and fragments of its iconic signage - enduring relics of California’s classic desert travel era
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#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

The Bun Boy in Baker, California, was a beloved roadside diner and motel, famed for its eye-catching sign and its location near the World’s Largest Thermometer. Serving generations of travelers along I-15, it operated for decades and even briefly rebranded as a Bob’s Big Boy. Eventually, the business closed, leaving behind an abandoned motel and fragments of its iconic signage - enduring relics of California’s classic desert travel era
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#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

Happy Holidays from the desert! ✨ May your days be merry, bright, and full of good energy
🌴🎄🎁🧑‍🎄🌵
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Happy Holidays from the desert! ✨ May your days be merry, bright, and full of good energy
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The Cinerama Dome is one of Hollywood’s most iconic landmarks - and a true piece of mid-century cinematic history. The dome opened in 1963 specifically to showcase Cinerama, a widescreen film process designed for epic, immersive movies. In 2021 the Cinerama Dome closed, prompting much concern about its future. A plan is currently underway to reopen the theatre soon.
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#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

The Cinerama Dome is one of Hollywood’s most iconic landmarks - and a true piece of mid-century cinematic history. The dome opened in 1963 specifically to showcase Cinerama, a widescreen film process designed for epic, immersive movies. In 2021 the Cinerama Dome closed, prompting much concern about its future. A plan is currently underway to reopen the theatre soon.
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#SignGeeks #Midcenturystyle #signfixation #Americana #Roadsideamerica

The 1961 Chrysler 300G is one of the most celebrated models in Chrysler’s legendary “letter series”, blending luxury, performance, and early ’60s sophistication. Known as “The Gentleman’s Sports Car” or “The Banker’s Hot Rod”, the 1961 Chrysler 300G was the last of the finned Chrysler letter series.
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#palmsprings #midcenturystyle #carsofpalmsprings #modernismweek

The 1961 Chrysler 300G is one of the most celebrated models in Chrysler’s legendary “letter series”, blending luxury, performance, and early ’60s sophistication. Known as “The Gentleman’s Sports Car” or “The Banker’s Hot Rod”, the 1961 Chrysler 300G was the last of the finned Chrysler letter series.
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#palmsprings #midcenturystyle #carsofpalmsprings #modernismweek

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