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Afropix

About Afropix

When my father gave me a Kodak Brownie as a child, I fell in love with photography. I have been shooting pictures ever since. I am also an avid genealogist and can trace one of my family lines back to 1620! Check out my photography at afropixphotography.com!

Los Angeles City Budget 101: What this great city can look like!

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Afropix

Politics are normally not referenced as a part of entertainment or dining, but Los Angeles’ Mayor Eric Garcetti’s pending budget will influence what the future of this city will look like. Mayor Garcetti is seeking a “return to basics”  by … Continue reading →

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“Here, Kitty Kitty”: Los Angelenos Chattering over Cat Art Show!

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Afropix

The Cat Art Show is opening in Los Angeles this Saturday, January 25, 2014! Those that know me know that I am the crazy cat lady that your mother warned you about. I love cats and I also love organizations … Continue reading →

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About Art and Other Events This Week: January 10-January 16

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Afropix

L.A. Derby Dolls Baby Doll Brawling on Saturday 1/11/2013 One day left!!! Purchase your tickets online to Saturday’s Baby Doll Brawl now!!  #rollerderby #eventsinla #sports No Pants Metro Ride 2014 – Los Angeles – 6th Annual – Sunday From 1 … Continue reading →

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About Art and Other Events This Week: December 27-January 2

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Afropix

Aquarium of the Pacific Discounted Late Nights! (thru December 29th) The entire Aquarium will be open, except Lorikeet Forest, until 8:30 p.m. Admission after 5:00 p.m. is just $14.95 for adults and seniors, and children (3-11). Watch the nighttime activities … Continue reading →

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Getting the Christmas Spirit

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Afropix

It’s that time of the season when churches every where are filled with music.  Check out Pasadena FAME (First African Methodist Episcopalian) Church’s Christmas 2013 concert titled “Light” [youtube]rpbmnBM1ZNU[/youtube]  [youtube]76RnTzA6KW0[/youtube] First African Methodist Episcopal Church  1700 North Raymond Avenue Pasadena, … Continue reading →

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Dance Theater to Illuminate Linda Vista Hospital: November 1, 2, 7, 8 and 9th

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Afropix

  The Mission Revival style Linda Vista Hospital was built on the former site of the Santa Fe Railroad Employees” Hospital in Boyle Heights in 1924 after the 1904 structure was razed. The property was a fully functioning hospital until 1991 … Continue reading →

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Living in the Material World: Kai Aspire’s “Lost Values” Show

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Afropix

Street Artist, Kai Aspire’s solo art show “Lost Values” opened October 24, 2013 at Lab Art Gallery, Los Angeles.  Growing up in a Los Angeles household void of televisions, radios and other brain washing devices, Kai uses his art to rail … Continue reading →

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20th Century Classical Music 9/28/2013 at Santa Monica Glow

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Afropix

The Rest is Noise: A Carousel Ride Through 20th Century Music” Classical Music Art Installation Premieres at Santa Monica’s Glow Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013, 7 p.m.-3 a.m., Free For the first time, Santa Monica’s Glow, the all-night cultural experience, will … Continue reading →

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Fashion x Art x Music Party September 26 @LabArtLA

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Afropix

  Mixed media artist and fashion designer, Bryden Lando, will be presenting a solo art exhibition entitled “Permanent Vacation” and introducing his new capsule collection and clothing brand, DRONES. Electro-pop duo,Carousel, will be performing live! September 26th from 7:00 – 10:00 PM at … Continue reading →

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Tonight 9/22/2013 on the Santa Monica Pier: Last day of Beach Ball Festival

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Afropix

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