The wonderful season of Fall is officially (and finally) here! Pumpkin Spice Lattes, scarves & boots, leaves changing colors, and of course, Harvest decorations! Descanso Gardens (located in La Canada Flintridge) is my all time favorite botanical garden, especially during this time of year when pumpkins and haystacks are scattered throughout…perfect place for some Fall-themed […]
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“The Peacock”
Mr Peacock was happy to pose for me in all his finery, at Los Angeles County Arboretum in Arcadia. Pic by Kat
“Bright Yellow Telescopes”
I took this shot at Pershing Square in downtown Los Angeles, above the parking garage. Pic by SueBee
Quirky Buildings
Trying to imagine the architect’s sense of humor when designing some of the odd buildings throughout our area makes me laugh. I visualize his or her facial expression while showing off the drafts to their customers. Is the customer smiling, choking, rolling on the floor laughing? Is it a joke? Promotion gag? Marketing ploy? How […]
“Vintage Pickup Truck”
Picture of a fantastic old truck was taken at the Heritage Museum in Santa Ana. Pic by SueBee
Korean Friendship Bell
A drive along the coast, all the way from Newport Beach to Marina del Rey awhile back, led me to the Korean Friendship Bell. If you haven’t driven the Palos Verdes Peninsula or through the harbor area at Long Beach over to San Pedro, you’ve missed a fascinating area. While the Queen Mary may be […]
Art of the Huntington Library
The Huntington Library, located in San Marino, is not only a botanical garden, but also home to a very large and prestigious art collection. The collection resides in two buildings on the estate: The Huntington Art Gallery, and the Virginia Steele Scott Galleries of American Art. With pieces ranging from Andy Warhol contemporary, to Charles […]
Eat Here! Chao Krung Thai Restaurant
Located on Fairfax Ave. right near The Grove in Los Angeles, this hidden treasure is absolutely delicious! If you’re a fan of Thai food, Chao Krung honestly has some of the best I’ve had yet! Shrimp pad thai…green and red curry…snappy green beans with tofu…the flavor is fantastic and the spice is just right! They […]
Noguchi in SoCal
Obscure to most, myself included, and nestled among random office towers in The OC, is an interesting little sculpture garden. Kat and I veered off an after-the-rain trip to the beach earlier this year to check this place out. I’d read about it somewhere online; I’m not sure where or I’d offer up the credit. […]
“Wide Eyed Statue”
I liked the light reflections on the wall which I felt really connected with his wide-eyed gaze. Taken at LACMA. Pic by SueBee
So Cal Walks (Fullerton Arboretum)
Looking for a peaceful botanical garden in Orange County that’s just the right size for a nice afternoon walk (about 1-3 miles, depending on route)? The Fullerton Arboretum, located near Cal State Fullerton, is a donation-only garden with a collection of over 4,000 different plants, lakes, and a Heritage House (tours are available Saturdays and […]
Downtown: Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow
Yup, that’s DTLA signage for you. I’m not sure if it’s an intended warning, cautionary note, or what, but there it is, brightly glaring down at drivers! Approach downtown Los Angeles from the 10, Grand exit, and see for yourself. Kat and I did exactly that this evening while returning home from a family birthday […]
Eat Here! Porto’s Bakery and Cafe
Craving amazing sandwiches, salads, cakes, pastries, coffees, smoothie, etc?! Porto’s Bakery is an absolutely incredible Cuban restaurant located in Burbank, Glendale, and Downey. Website: http://portosbakery.com/ Yelp Review: http://www.yelp.com/biz/portos-bakery-glendale Enjoy! ~Kat
“Dog Bow Tie”
This handsome guy was photographed at MacArthur Park near Downtown Los Angeles. Pic by Kat
Going coastal in LB
Long Beach, the coastal microcosm of Los Angeles, gathers it all together and spits it back out seaside. There’s the trendy shops and restaurants, hustling/bustling bars, and crazy parking along 2nd Street, the gritty docks and harbors, the literal long beach with an extended ped/bike path fighting to overcome the sand, a super supportive gay-friendly […]
My DTLA (downtown Los Angeles)
Being born in a city like Los Angeles brings a certain distinction. Well, to me anyway. Knowing the hospital where I made my entrance to this great world now sits under the 110 freeway in downtown, is rather symbolic considering the hours I’ve passed on that freeway. One further random tidbit, my first job out […]
Eclectic Hollywood
Nikon D5100s in tow, the streets of Hollywood beckon often – subject matter for a camera buff is literally without end. If you’re up for some real fun, though, you have to check out Nick Metropolis. As Nick’s website says: “Nick Metropolis has been buying, selling, renting and consigning collectible furniture, or “collectable” as Nick […]
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