Two major art events are being held this week, showcasing the region’s vibrant art scene. The Venice Art Crawl, a Venice Chamber of Commerce-hosted event, […]
Category: Spotlight on L.A.
Los Angeles Conservancy resumes downtown walking tours showcasing city’s historic architecture
LOS ANGELES — The well-worn adage, “Nobody walks in L.A.,” which speaks to the population’s dependence on cars, isn’t exactly true. It turns out that […]
Ralph Bunche’s restored childhood home stands as rare Black heritage site in South L.A.
SOUTH LOS ANGELES — In the heart of South Los Angeles stands a humble, nondescript Victorian-bungalow style house that once sheltered one of the influential […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: Angels Walk LA highlights historic Central Avenue
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer The old adage, “Nobody walks in L.A.” isn’t exactly true. Angelenos and visitors alike regularly take part in Angels Walk […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: Artist set to ‘fake’ her way through Brewery Artwalk
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Twice a year, thousands converge on an industrial section north of downtown Los Angeles for an art experience unlike any […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: South LA Café serves up coffee with a cause
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Joe Ward-Wallace just wanted a hangout spot. He wanted to be able to go somewhere close […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: A peaceful place amid the chaos of Los Angeles
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer In a hectic world filled with distractions and a constant barrage of information and stimuli, it’s easy to get lost […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: At Leimert Park gallery, it’s all about Art + Practice
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LEIMERT PARK — Art + Practice is a gallery with a purpose. Something significant is going on there. It’s a […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: Former Olympian strikes gold with 27th Street Bakery
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The 27th Street Bakery is a legendary pastry shop known for satisfying sweet tooths with its signature […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: Sofly Surf School teaches art, beauty of surfing
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer On any given day you will find Sahrfilli Matturi in the water doing his favorite pastime — surfing. He loves […]