Photo Du Jour

April 9, 2013

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I have been helping my wife with her fashion blog “The Penny Closet.” It’s been a good way for us to do something together. Here is an image taken from one of my photographs over the last weekend which I got a bit artistic with. Though, in general, my rule of thumb is to photoshop […]

Posted in: Photography

Friday’s Foto 04.05.13

April 5, 2013

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What do I love the most about Downtown Los Angeles? The history! And nowhere is the history of DTLA more evident than in its buildings. Color, texture, grandeur- every brick is part of a fascinating past. Here are some shots of buildings in the Fashion District.

Posted in: Experience

Friday’s Foto 03.29.13

March 29, 2013

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Spring is here and the weather in LA is back to its beautiful self. The mornings this week have been a bit foggy, but its cleared up by lunch time. This will afford me the opportunity to ride my bike and explore DTLA a bit more. And, of course, I’ll carry around my carry on […]

Posted in: Experience

Friday’s Foto 03.15.13

March 15, 2013

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As aesthetically pleasing as the DTLA cityscape can be, the reality is that this area of Los Angeles is a place of despair. There have been projects to beautify and rejuvenate this town, which started with the construction of Staples Center and the surrounding LA Live dining and entertainment center and continues on with the […]

Posted in: Photography, Thoughts

A Stephen Hawking Quote…

March 13, 2013

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On the Advice He Gave His Children: “One, remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Two, never give up work. Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it. Three, if you are lucky enough to find love, remember it is there and don’t throw it […]

Posted in: Philosophy

North Hollywood Metro Station and Commentary

March 12, 2013

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As many of you know, I work in DTLA; I use public transportation to get out there. A few days ago, I sat on a bench at the North Hollywood Metro Station and snapped photos of all the people walking in and out of the subway. The peak hours here to people watch would be […]

Posted in: Experience

Friday’s Foto

March 8, 2013

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Today, I am starting a new weekly segment called Friday’s Foto. The goal is to brighten up everyone’s Friday a little bit more with my favorite shot(s) of the week. And also, low key, to push myself to shoot more and more. So here is the first installment. Enjoy! Man Having Breakfast inside Bottega Louie. […]

Posted in: Photography

A Note On Perspective

February 26, 2013

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“It’s ironic that we forget so often how wonderful life really is.” –Anna Quindlen Life becomes more enjoyable when we lose the expectations. Instead of focusing on the wants and the have-nots, we would tend to turn our attention towards life’s details; your wife’s beautiful eyes, your nephews captivating laugh, waking up on a Sunday […]

Posted in: Experience, Philosophy

Blue Dog Beer Tavern

February 12, 2013

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By looking at this place from the outside, you wouldn’t be able to tell that it’s so small and cramped on the inside. Even though it is very much like a dog house, the vibe here is cool and laid-back. Televisions showing the games, great tunes coming from the speakers, and then the hustle and […]

Posted in: Food

La Torta Loca

February 5, 2013

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This place is one of my favorite Mexican food spots in Los Angeles, offering traditional Mexican food with an American feel to it.  There’s a unique ambiance here that reminds me of being in an ocean side beach restaurant in Mexico, rather than smack dab in the middle of the concrete jungle that is Downtown […]

Posted in: Food