From late May to early September the streets are deserted during the day.  The heat forces a hibernation of its inhabitants, as the sun beats down on the brick and asphalt that slowly crumbles.


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Venice Beach Swimmers
Venice Beach Swimmers

This shot was taken off the Venice Beach pier in Marina del Rey.  We had been driving all...

Velvety Soft Focus
Velvety Soft Focus

We've all seen them, and we've all felt the inexorable pull to stop and browse, perhaps even...

Corn
Corn

"Uncle John's Apple Farm" reminded me of all those places you would go to as a child and...

Bug
Bug

  There is a pervasive state of decay to this city.  The relentless heat and...