Sorry, I didn't get around to do a post yesterday. I feel so out of it and totally guilty for missing even a day. Any bloggers feel the same way when that happens? What I've been busy doing is, since I'm in-between jobs, I decided to temporarily join AIDS Project LA (APLA) to help them pass out flyers and boards all over town to get the word out about training for their Team To End AIDS marathon in Hawaii. I have a friend who's doing the AIDS LifeCycle this June and my heartmate also did the Alaska AIDS ride, so we're intensely passionate about raising funds and awareness to fight and to end AIDS.
Well, today, my turf was in downtown and I've been meaning to give a small tour of my neighborhood so it was perfect. And I discovered a new spot, a printmaking studio! I need to get my hands in there asap! Downtown is definitely shaping up and I'm excited they're opening a Target in 2012.
What I love about living in downtown is that it has a lot of character. I love all the century old buildings and hotels jibing with the modern ones. And when I say character, that applies to people, too. I walked into a DVD shop and found a charming lady in her roller skates sweeping the floor. Pretty rad! And then, there's the bustling Artwalk happening every month on the 2nd Thursday to keep the town hip and fun.
It's a great place and if you're ever in my neck of the woods, give me a holla! I wanna thank you all for the wonderful and supportive comments about my print shop. And thanks for sharing your stories with me. It was delightful and inspiring to read. Hugs to you all.
First of all D, you're an amazing guy. With a heart of gold. Good luck to your friend doing the ride! Your photos are just incredible! I've been to Cali numerous times but... we've never really checked out LA. Except for the usual touristy spots (Sunset Blvd, Chinese theatre etc). Next time, we'll def try to get around more downtown. Thx for the lovely tour!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing these lovely photos. I am going to LA this weekend for a wedding and seeing these makes me definitely want to go downtown :-)
ReplyDeleteWell done on the APLA!
Have a great day!
Looooove the urban typography (yet hate that phrase, oddly) of L.A. Citytype? No. Metro-type? No, not good either. Urbography? Vom. I guess 'urban typography' is the best phrase for photos of typography in a city. Can you think of a better name? I hope so.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, love it. I never knew LA had old buildings. Somehow, in my European brain, everything in the states is brand new and shiny. I guess since the country is a baby, relatively speaking. Or I am phenomenally dumb. Could be either.
Ha!
I swear, your photos just keep getting more and more amazing! And congratulations on your print shop, it's just so heartwarming when people follow their dreams, makes me so happy!
ReplyDeleteNow, about downtown LA. Isn't it great? I usually drive through it down 6th St on my way to the DI and there are always so many interesting things and people to look at, my favorite is checking out all the gold and jewelry shops. Thanks for sharing your downtown LA with us!
@ Chantale Thank you. Next time you're in town, I'm writing your itinerary for you! And I'm taking you out for ice cream!
ReplyDelete@ And So I Whisper Thank you. There are lots to see in the downtown area which includes Little Tokyo and Chinatown. Hope you get a chance to see some of it when you're here. Have fun at the wedding!
@ Süsk How about, typocity? Hmm, maybe not. Eff it! It's just good shit and that's that! haha. LA is no Europe or China but it has its history and charm. It's not as flossy-flossy as Hollywood portrays it.
@ Crystal Thank you! All the photos were taken with the iPhone. That thing blows my mind away. I used this new app, Cross Process. Jennifer @ i art u told me about it and it has replaced my old love, Instagram. I used to live right next to the Jewelry shops. That area is overwhelming. And every street is so different. Broadway is flooded with jewelry, Spring has art galleries, and there's skid row.
Found your blog a few days ago, shared your "Love birds" on my blog, hope that was ok. Really like the whole feeling here, lovely pictures. Never been to LA, never been in the US, but a friend will be studying at SMC for a year after the summer so I will schedule a visit that will include Downtown LA =) Good luck to you with everything!
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All on the iphone! Get outta town. I used to love hipstamatic the most but I have been using cross process a lot lately too. But my photos don't look like yours, you have a great eye!
ReplyDeletei loved this series. thanks for making it.
ReplyDeleteThis neighbourhood looks so interesting and not at all what I've imagined LA to look like. I have been a BIG fan of instagram too but I am now going to check out Cross Process, so thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteAnna Nilsson Thank you for the "Love Birds" shout out and so happy to have you stop by and say hello. Downtown is a fun place and there's so much to see! I hope you visit and stay at least a week because LA is pretty spread out.
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