Through his photographic series “Views of Oakland”, Jeffery focuses on the captivating vistas of his native Oakland. With the camera as his tool, Jeffery dispels negative stereotypes of Oakland, rendering ruggedly beautiful photographs of a place known more for container ships and factories than sparkling skylines and urban wonder. Jeffery captures uncommon perspectives of the regality of Oakland as the subject of dramatic cityscape sunsets in crisp intricate textures, color and detail.