Photos by Milan LoiaconoThe beauty of graffiti is in its ever-changing nature. The artistry featured in this spread is from Venice Beach, Pacific Avenue, Abbot Kinney Boulevard and Murphy's Ranch, though much of it will likely have changed by the time you read this.Murphy's Ranch, on the first spread, is a heavily graffitied abandoned house located deep in the Santa Monica … [Read more...] about Graffiti in LA
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Venice First Fridays Brings New Food to the Table
When exams, homework, adult responsibilities and extracurriculars get too much for students, food with some close friends is the solution. Luckily at First Fridays, the options for what foods to choose are endless. Venice streets are lined with 20 to 30 trucks every first Friday of the month starting at 5 p.m. with food options including Thai, Southern Soul, French, … [Read more...] about Venice First Fridays Brings New Food to the Table
First Fridays Feature All-Star Vendors
Photos Courtesy of Mathew Tiffer Southern Californians and Pepperdine students alike made their way to Venice to enjoy the monthly First Fridays event on Abbot Kinney Boulevard. While there were countless food trucks and shops in the area on the first Friday of each month, from 5 to 11 p.m., here were a few recommendations that shouldn't be passed up next month.TOMS Flagship … [Read more...] about First Fridays Feature All-Star Vendors
Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice
Photos by Caroline Laganas The open lot behind Westminster Avenue Elementary School was damp from Jan. 13's rain, and broken down cardboard boxes were sporadically placed for customers to wipe their muddy feet. Despite the grime, tents leading to spirited and diverse worlds and merchandise were set up under the steady stream of Venice sunshine. People mingled in and out of … [Read more...] about Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice
Fulfill Cravings at First Fridays
Photos by Caroline Laganas Golden sun rays stream down on the swarms of people meandering along Abbot Kinney Boulevard. The Friday air is full of fragrances, ranging from smoky pulled pork sandwiches to the sweetness of fresh crepes dusted with cinnamon and sugar. Trendy clothing shops and small restaurants advertising "Happy Hour" are scattered above the sidewalk. The … [Read more...] about Fulfill Cravings at First Fridays
