Capturing the Soul

Above The Clouds

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:29:00 +0000

From above they look so soft and cushiony, almost as if we'd bounce if we landed on them.

Gold

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:31:00 +0000

See that shimmering in the stream bed? Those are flecks of gold sparkling in the sunlight.

Colorado Street Bridge

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:01:00 +0000

I went hiking in the Arroyo Seco today and ended up under the historic Colorado Street Bridge. It's a little overwhelming to be underneath such a massive structure. I kept hoping the "Big One" wouldn't hit while I was in the vicinity!

The Love House

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:59:00 +0000

I hope that much love and happiness goes on inside this house. It seems to be expected when you walk through the door.

Speeding

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Fri, 22 May 2009 00:28:00 +0000

I know, I should slow down.

Butterflies at the Bug Fair

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Mon, 18 May 2009 14:23:00 +0000

These butterflies will not be flying away anytime soon. Instead, they were available for purchase at the 23rd annual Bug Fair at the Natural History Museum. Just think how lovely these beauties would've been in-flight.

The First McDonalds

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Thu, 14 May 2009 05:53:00 +0000

I ordered a #5: A Big and Tasty (with no meat and no mayo) at the very first McDonalds in the whole wide world. Yes, the cashier looked at me funny, as usual.

Fathers and Electricians

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Tue, 12 May 2009 14:19:00 +0000

Which one are you gonna call? The 1-866-72-DADDY or the electrician?

One Stop Shopping

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Tue, 12 May 2009 05:15:00 +0000

Banking, shoes, dry cleaning, insurance, beauty supply and lots of food options. This is the epitome of Los Angeles.

Arlington West in Santa Monica

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Mon, 11 May 2009 07:36:00 +0000

Part of my Mother's Day was spent honoring fallen solidiers from the Iraq War. The original sentiment of Mother's Day was born out of the horrors of the Civil War, in the hopes that more mothers wouldn't have to bear the grief of losing a son or sons to war. I hope more mothers band together to protest the current atrocities of war, the nightmarish violence that awaits our soldiers.

No Cell Phones

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Fri, 08 May 2009 07:21:00 +0000

Cell phones are everywhere in Los Angeles, even on signs saying, "No Cell Phones"!

Chinatown Streets

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Thu, 07 May 2009 14:07:00 +0000

Dragons in the bricked crosswalks would only make sense in Chinatown. I wonder if specifically stepping on the dragons brings good luck.

Los Angeles City Hall As Viewed From Chinatown

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:52:00 +0000

Silver Lake Reservoir at Twilight

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Wed, 06 May 2009 05:44:00 +0000

The Pacific Ocean may be a short drive away, but when I get the desire to walk along the water, I head to the Silver Lake Reservoir. It's especially beautiful and relaxing on gorgeous evenings when the moon is rising.

The Bag Lady

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Sun, 03 May 2009 04:46:00 +0000

Our local bag lady scavenges the trash for whatever recyclables or food she can find. Parks on the weekend are the home of cookouts, birthday parties and lots of kids eating and drinking.

She did not go home empty-handed today.

Sounds of the Universe Billboard

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:56:00 +0000

This billboard for Depeche Mode's new album, Sounds of the Universe, is only a few blocks away from where I live. I don't know why I feel so special that there's an advertisement in MY neighborhood.

Wires & More Wires for Depeche Mode

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:31:00 +0000

I have no idea how all the wires and plugs fit together, but I have no doubt it's gonna make Depeche Mode sound marvelous tomorrow night! (not that they need any help, mind you!)

Depeche Mode's Stage Equipment

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:22:00 +0000

This equipment is going to morph overnight into a stage for Depeche Mode.

Hollywood Boulevard

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:46:00 +0000

In 24 hours this little section of Hollywood Boulevard is going to be overrun with thousands of Depeche Mode fans.

The Hollywood SIgn

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:55:00 +0000

The Hollywood Sign sits atop Mt. Lee in Los Angeles' Griffith Park. This photo was taken from halfway up Mt. Hollywood, which is directly in back of the Griffith Park Observatory.

Sunset Glow

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 23:24:00 +0000

Sunset viewed from the roof of the Griffith Park Observatory.

Downtown Los Angeles

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 22:18:00 +0000

I love the view of Downtown Los Angeles from Griffith Park. It never fails to leave me awestruck.

Morning Mist at the Griffith Park Observatory

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 06:44:00 +0000

The morning fog had not yet fully risen from this city by the Pacific Ocean, yet the beauty that is Griffith Park cannot be denied. Set against the majestic background of Downtown Los Angeles, the Observatory sparkles like the mountainside jewel it is.

Beckham Armani on the Sunset Strip

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:35:00 +0000

No drive down the Sunset Strip would be complete without noting the giant, larger than life-sized billboards that scream, "Buy me, and you will become beautiful, rich, sexy, smart, respected, powerful."

... And you will also have great underwear and a hot husband/wife.

But Victoria looks angry, not sensual. And David, he looks like he wants to reach for the Jack Daniels.

Is this "love" in our modern age?

Scientology on Hollywood Blvd

los.angelista@gmail.com (Los Angelista) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 06:35:00 +0000

Drive down Hollywood Boulevard at night and there's no way you can miss the glowing green of one of the Scientology signs.

Just don't go inside the building. Remain an observer.