Lou Mora is my Photographer

I love all the things one can discover when perusing through the Twitter universe. While scanning some of my favorites, I noticed a conversation between two bloggers about Lou Mora's recent project at the Sunset, a distinct neighborhood in the Silver Lake district of Los Angeles. The portraits of neighborhood rascals are all beautifully shot with a unique personality, but his lifestyle pieces really caught my eye.  

The Los Angeles based photographer has contributed to a number of some spectacular publications, including the visually stunning Kinfolk Magazine and Filter Magazine. He's even worked with a few San Diego favorites like MiresBall. I love that he's locally based, and has a long list of clientele as diverse as his work. 

To see more of his portraits and lifestyle shots, visit Lou Mora is my Photographer. 

Sunset Blvd.

We were lucky enough to stay at the Andaz West Hollywood a few weekends ago and it was pure heaven. Just far enough away from the stars of Hollywood, the sun was out in Los Angeles and there weren't too many tourists chiming to spot a celebrity for Oscar weekend. Our view looked over Sunset Blvd, and the sights of the city. Aside from the quaint rooftop pool, the unique touches - like local art in the lobby, old school records displayed in the room and a very traditional notepad - all made this place extremely original. 

the city of lights

This weekend one of my biggest dreams came true - I actually got to walk down the red carpet. Granted, it was in jeans and with the media, but it was still a bigger step than I ever thought I would get to take.

 After working all day, we couldn't miss out on some of the best LA has to offer - like their food & cocktails. At the Hollywood Roosevelt's Public Bar & Kitchen.