Jason Horton Knihy

Somewhere between the Hollywood sign and the Pacific Ocean, underneath the palm trees and above the crowded highways, there they are. You may have seen one in your favorite movie, or walked by one a thousand times. They're the landmarks, buildings, storefronts, and vintage signs that are part of what make LA and its surroundings so iconic. Not only can you see the history of Los Angeles, you can see history. Every historic location, abandoned storefront, and vintage sign is a lesson in LA's past. Among the flickering neon portraits are essays, anecdotes, and stories from artists, writers, actors, and musicians about their own personal LA. Take a journey to the towns, cities, and neighborhoods that define Los Angeles culture, one photo at a time.

Somewhere between the allure of the Hollywood sign and Pacific Ocean, there it is. You may have seen it in your favorite movie, walked by it a thousand times, or maybe it's just a distant memory. It's the signs and storefronts that make LA, and the greater Los Angeles area, so iconic. Not only can you see the history of Los Angeles, you can see history. A history, in some cases, that is holding on for dear life. Each photo tells its own story of survival. Amidst these images are essays, anecdotes, and stories from artists, writers, actors, musicians, and business owners about their own personal LA. Take a journey to the towns, cities, and neighborhoods that define culture, one photo at a time.