Talia - The Last Bookstore, Downtown - Write

 

 

On Tuesday night I was privileged to take pictures of Jill Schary Robinson and the Wimpole Street Writers as they read from their hot-off-the-press anthology at The Last Bookstore. My writer friend, Talia, was the MC for the night as well as the editor of the publication. She opened the evening by eloquently reading the foreward she wrote for the book:

These pieces of writing - poems, prose, and screenplays - they keep you safe. They don't lead you astray; they couldn't if they tried. You're in good hands with these writers. Hands I would trust with my life.

You can catch another reading by this inspiring group of writers at Book Soup on February 2, 2012 at 7 PM. If you would like to purchase the book, email wimpolestreetwriters@gmail.com. Huzzah!

PS. More pictures from the evening at The Last Bookstore...

 (left: Jill Schary Robinson)

 

  

 

 

Brandon - Pershing Square, Downtown - Bedecked

 

 

 

Yesterday I went to Pershing Square, one of the main public spaces in downtown LA. Having lived on the east coast, it was slightly odd to see an ice rink lined by palm trees, but the jovial skaters didn't seem to mind. I met Brandon, who posted up to eat lunch next to the rink. His chill, Cali vibe was compounded by his gorgeous dreadlocks and wonderful jewelry. A "dibble-dabbler" photographer, he noted my camera and told me about the Nikon he was toting in his bag. Happy shooting Brandon!

PS. More pictures from Pershing Square...

 

 

 

Jimothy - Fashion Foreplay at The Tamarind Studio - Daring

 

 

 

 

 

Last night I went to Fashion Foreplay, a fashion event featuring young designers at an intimate studio space in Hollywood. As expected, there were many stylish characters in attendance and Jimothy was one of them. He was there to support a friend and came dressed to the nines while looking super comfortable at the same time. Those leather cuffs above are Jimothy's design and you can check out his other pieces at the Chi Stylezs site.

PS. Square people, I feel the need to apologize for the departure from this blog's usual subject matter. While I continue my journey to public spaces around LA, I have been fortunate to attend and capture some excellent public events as well. I hope it's cool if I share those images with you and that you continue to enjoy!

PPS. More pictures of the event...

 

 

 (Designer: Bel Kazan)

 

 

 

(Designer: Kucoon)

 

Shana & Dcastro - Downtown Los Angeles Art Walk - Radiate

 

 

 

Last night I went to the Downtown LA Art Walk with my homies Rose and Ron (both previously featured square people) and saw some wonderful art. Our first stop and one of my favorites of the night was Shana and her Solar Sculptures. These beautiful hanging lights reminded me of jellyfish (my favorite underwater creature) and Shana explained she found her inspiration from flowers. You can control the lights and colors with a remote control and some of them are solar powered. Check out her website and support this creative lady!

 

 

Dcastro was another favorite of the night with his colorful and psychedelic paintings. Originally from Coromandel, Brazil, Dcastro created a new philosophy of art called "New Contemporary Art," which is comprised of seven elements: modernity, contemporary, innocence, simplicity, spirituality, happiness, and poetry. Listening to him describe his artistic vision was fascinating and I enjoyed ruminating on how my personal interpretations of the works differed from the original vision. You can check out this talented artist's website here!

PS. More pictures from the art walk, which was indeed a beautiful night of light, color, and design...

 

 (artist: Miguel Osuna)