Behind the photographs.

Images may be resized, compressed and cropped. Historical photographs are identified in their credits and do not document current conditions. Attribution and license names retain their original wording.

FRANKIE performing at The Echo in Los Angeles on 21 February 2019

Earl Stendahl with Maya figurines in an archive photograph by Florence Homolka from the 1960s.

Architecture and terrace at the Getty Center in Los Angeles, photographed in October 2017

Patterned facade of The Broad in Downtown Los Angeles, photographed in November 2015

Official Music of the Mind publicity image pairing Yoko Ono’s 1967 portrait with a 2024 Tate installation.

Vibeke Mascini’s sculptural work with cables and moths, the Hammer Projects publicity image.

Hammer Museum on Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood, photographed in June 2012 before its later expansion

Gê Viana’s Radiola de Promessa, showing a dancer in front of speakers, in the Hammer Projects publicity image.

Entrance facade of Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles, photographed in July 2026

Food stall inside Grand Central Market in Los Angeles, photographed in September 2022

Dining room at Guelaguetza in Los Angeles, photographed in February 2024

Philippe The Original on North Alameda Street in Los Angeles, photographed in September 2022

MOCA Grand Avenue in Downtown Los Angeles, photographed in January 2016

Langer’s Deli at Alvarado and Seventh Streets in Los Angeles, photographed in August 2018

The entrance to California Science Center in Los Angeles, photographed in January 2013

The Fowler Museum at UCLA, photographed in July 2008

Exposition Park Rose Garden in Los Angeles, photographed in May 2008

Musso & Frank Grill in Hollywood, photographed in December 2006

Lotus flowers, Echo Park Lake and the Los Angeles skyline in July 2019

The outer peristyle garden at Getty Villa in Pacific Palisades, photographed in October 2010

Sunset Tower Hotel exterior in West Hollywood, photographed in October 2014

Wilcox Avenue in Hollywood in January 2015, not Bar Lis or its current rooftop

Beverly Cañon Gardens beside the hotel in February 2015, not The Maybourne Bar

Historic art inside LACMA’s David Geffen Galleries, photographed in June 2026

Original graphic illustration for Sound, Los Angeles; not a venue photograph

Original graphic illustration for 1720, Los Angeles; not a venue photograph

Archival photograph of Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles (2016)

Archival photograph of Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, Los Angeles (2013)

Archival photograph of Norton Simon Museum, Los Angeles (2020)

Archival photograph of Museum of Jurassic Technology, Los Angeles (2012)

Archival photograph of Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Museum of Neon Art, Los Angeles (2016)

Archival photograph of Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles (2018)

Original editorial programme cover: Love Letters to L.A.: the Autry Block Party. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Archival photograph of Heritage Square Museum, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of The Huntington, Los Angeles (2004)

Archival photograph of Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles (2015)

Archival photograph of Wende Museum, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of Chinese American Museum, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Craft Contemporary, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of California African American Museum, Los Angeles (2014)

Archival photograph of Italian American Museum of Los Angeles, Los Angeles (2010)

Costumes from Suffragette displayed at the FIDM Museum in 2016, an archival exhibition photograph

Archival photograph of Holocaust Museum LA, Los Angeles (2011)

Archival photograph of Museum of Tolerance, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Hollywood Heritage Museum, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of USC Fisher Museum of Art, Los Angeles (2019)

Archival photograph of Hollyhock House, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of Stahl House, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of Gamble House, Los Angeles (2016)

Archival photograph of Watts Towers, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Greystone Mansion & Gardens, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Los Angeles Central Library, Los Angeles (1936)

Archival photograph of Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Descanso Gardens, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of The Japanese Garden, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Griffith Park, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Barnsdall Art Park, Los Angeles (2015)

Archival photograph of MacArthur Park, Los Angeles (2001)

Archival photograph of Lincoln Park, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Los Angeles State Historic Park, Los Angeles (2009)

Archival photograph of Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Santa Monica State Beach, Los Angeles (2018)

Archival photograph of Will Rogers State Beach, Los Angeles (2011)

Archival photograph of The Original Farmers Market, Los Angeles (2007)

Original editorial programme artwork for All-Beethoven with Anna Handler. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Anna Handler Conducts Philip Glass. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Daniil Trifonov. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Olivier Latry. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Steve Reich. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jensen McRae. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Seong-Jin Cho. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for London Symphony Orchestra with Antonio Pappano. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Vasks, Pärt & Górecki. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Wolfe & Mattingly. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Víkingur Ólafsson. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Beethoven’s Fifth. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Miles Davis at 100: Cool & Beyond. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Fountains and Pines of Rome. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Requiem Esa-Pekka Salonen Conducts Mozart and Ligeti. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Lunar New Year. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for One Morning Turns Into an Eternity with Esa-Pekka Salonen. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Salonen Leads Smith & Sibelius. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for KODO. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Mitsuko Uchida & Esa-Pekka Salonen. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Gil Shaham Akira Eguchi. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Simply Beethoven: The “Emperor” Concerto and Symphony No. 4. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Mozart, Beethoven & Schubert. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Michael Hey. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Saint-Saëns & The Carnival of the Animals. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Daniel Harding Leads Strauss. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for A Yacht Rock NYE with Christopher Cross. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Holiday Sing-Along. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Celebrating Christmas with Le Concert d’Astrée. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Chanticleer. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Handel’s Messiah with Le Concert d’Astrée. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Simply Beethoven: Dudamel Conducts the Fifth Symphony and Piano Concerto No. 4. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Hélène Grimaud. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Kamasi Washington. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Simply Beethoven: “Eroica” and Piano Concerto No. 3 with Dudamel. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Simply Beethoven: “Eroica” and Piano Concerto No. 2 with Dudamel. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Simply Beethoven: “Eroica” and Piano Concerto No. 1 with Dudamel. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Hilary Hahn Matthias Goerne Yekwon Sunwoo. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Holiday Brass. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Elf in Concert. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Home Alone in Concert. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for The Mountain Goats. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Colburn Orchestra. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Ravel, Falla & Ortiz. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jorge Drexler. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Daniel Harding & Leif Ove Andsnes. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Werewolf by Night & Headless. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Lila Downs. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Seasons of America with Teddy Abrams & Ray Chen. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal with Rafael Payare. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Lucile Dollat. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Andrew Bird. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for A Symphonic Ballet with Elim Chan. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Mendelssohn & Brahms. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Elim Chan Conducts Swan Lake. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Lisa Batiashvili Gautier Capuçon Jean-Yves Thibaudet. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Ludovico Einaudi. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Mälkki Conducts Bartók. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Lang Lang. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Kwamé Ryan Leads Mozart & Copland. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for LA Phil Gala. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Archival photograph of Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles (2005)

Original editorial programme artwork for Steve Lacy. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jonas Brothers. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Ms. Lauryn Hill & Wyclef Jean: Celebrating 30 years of Fugees' The Score. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jimmy Eat World The Format. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for My Chemical Romance. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for SmartLess Live with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for MILEY: BASS PERSUADES. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Cynthia Erivo. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jack Johnson. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Mac DeMarco. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Empire of the Sun. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for “The Hayley Williams Show”. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Rubén Blades & Roberto Delgado Big Band: Fotografías Tour. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Lauren Halsey's emajendat Erykah Badu and The Alchemist. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jon Batiste. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Bellion & Friends. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Archival photograph of Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of Greek Theatre, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Whisky a Go Go, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of The Roxy Theatre, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Troubadour, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of The Orpheum Theatre, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of The Hotel Café, Los Angeles (2009)

Archival photograph of El Rey Theatre, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of The Lighthouse Café, Los Angeles (2017)

Archival photograph of Rainbow Bar & Grill, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Los Angeles (2015)

Archival photograph of Ahmanson Theatre, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Alex Theatre, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Saban Theatre, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles (2015)

Archival photograph of Vista Theatre, Los Angeles (2025)

Archival photograph of Pacific Park, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Los Angeles Zoo, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Lomita Railroad Museum, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Western Museum of Flight, Los Angeles (2011)

Archival photograph of Pink’s Hot Dogs, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Randy’s Donuts: Inglewood, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of Canter’s Deli, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of The Formosa Cafe, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of El Coyote, Los Angeles (2022)

Archival photograph of The Apple Pan, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Tam O’Shanter, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Pann’s, Los Angeles (2009)

Archival photograph of Father’s Office: Santa Monica, Los Angeles (2021)

Archival photograph of Bottega Louie: Downtown, Los Angeles (2009)

Archival photograph of El Cholo: Western Avenue, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Crossroads Kitchen: Melrose, Los Angeles (2023)

Archival photograph of n/naka, Los Angeles (2018)

Archival photograph of Tito’s Tacos, Los Angeles (2011)

Archival photograph of Jeff’s Gourmet Sausage Factory, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Kouraku, Los Angeles (2025)

Archival photograph of Carousel Restaurant: Hollywood, Los Angeles (2022)

Archival photograph of Casa Vega, Los Angeles (2025)

Archival photograph of Otus Thai Kitchen & Coffee, Los Angeles (2023)

Archival photograph of Pine & Crane: Downtown, Los Angeles (2023)

Archival photograph of Bavel, Los Angeles (2018)

Archival photograph of Lawry’s The Prime Rib: Beverly Hills, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Gwen, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Twohey’s, Los Angeles (2025)

Archival photograph of Carney’s: Sunset Strip, Los Angeles (2013)

Archival photograph of Bob’s Big Boy: Burbank, Los Angeles (2014)

Archival photograph of Bob’s Big Boy Broiler: Downey, Los Angeles (2002)

Archival photograph of Barney’s Beanery: West Hollywood, Los Angeles (2019)

Archival photograph of Tom Bergin’s, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Tiki-Ti, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Circle Bar, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Spire 73, Los Angeles (2018)

Archival photograph of The Culver Hotel, Los Angeles (2016)

Archival photograph of The Viper Room, Los Angeles (2006)

Original editorial programme artwork for The Rocky Horror Picture Show. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for From Dusk Till Dawn. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Ava DuVernay’s Main Character Energy. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Montell Fish: The Nest Tour. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for DrumatiX: Rhythm, Redefined!. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Music Beyond Borders: Discostan with Lifafa and Arushi Jain. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Julian Lage featuring John Medeski, Jorge Roeder, Kenny Wollesen. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Iron & Wine. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for MAROONS. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Jacob Collier. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Bambu: Bass Building. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Punch Brothers. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for An Evening With Menahan Street Band. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for AMERICA(!) THE BEAUTIFUL(?). This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for DeVotchKa: A Celebration of the Music of Little Miss Sunshine. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Mariachi Meets The Smiths. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Original editorial programme artwork for Nothing Compares 2 Prince: A Celebration of Life & Legacy feat. Bilal and Special Guests with DJ Rashida. This is not the organiser’s official poster.

Archival photograph of The Ford, Los Angeles (1956)

Archival photograph of Catch One, Los Angeles (2020)

Archival photograph of The Mayan, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of The Regent Theater, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall, Los Angeles (2004)

Archival photograph of YouTube Theater, Los Angeles (2022)

Archival photograph of Peacock Theater, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles (2022)

Archival photograph of Mark Taper Forum, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Kirk Douglas Theatre, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of El Portal Theatre, Los Angeles (2014)

Archival photograph of San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Garry Marshall Theatre, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of The Colony Theatre, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of The Groundlings Theatre, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of The Comedy Store, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Flappers Comedy Club: Burbank, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of New Beverly Cinema, Los Angeles (2011)

Archival photograph of Nuart Theatre, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of Laemmle Royal, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Billy Wilder Theater, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Velaslavasay Panorama, Los Angeles (2012)

Archival photograph of Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of Bergamot Station Arts Center, Los Angeles (2000)

Archival photograph of Louis Stern Fine Arts, Los Angeles (2019)

Archival photograph of Walter Maciel Gallery, Los Angeles (2021)

Archival photograph of Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, Los Angeles (2021)

Archival photograph of SPARC, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Philosophical Research Society, Los Angeles (2015)

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Archival photograph of LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Los Angeles (2014)

Archival photograph of Valley Relics Museum, Los Angeles (2025)

Swords and a shield displayed on red fabric in the Armenian collection at the Martial Arts History Museum in Glendale, photographed in 2025

Archival photograph of Museum of Flying, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Columbia Memorial Space Center, Los Angeles (1966)

Archival photograph of International Printing Museum, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of Pasadena Museum of History, Los Angeles (2011)

Archival photograph of The Hollywood Museum, Los Angeles (2014)

Archival photograph of African American Firefighter Museum, Los Angeles (2011)

The grey facade and entrance of Venice Heritage Museum on Pacific Avenue, photographed in May 2024

Archival photograph of Los Angeles Maritime Museum, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Battleship USS Iowa Museum, Los Angeles (2023)

Archival photograph of Rancho Los Cerritos, Los Angeles (1934)

Archival photograph of Banning Museum, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Lummis Home, Los Angeles (2012)

Archival photograph of Neutra VDL House, Los Angeles (2009)

Archival photograph of Mission San Gabriel, Los Angeles (2005)

Archival photograph of Los Encinos State Historic Park, Los Angeles (2008)

Archival photograph of Pío Pico State Historic Park, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Gloria Molina Grand Park, Los Angeles (2012)

Archival photograph of Ernest E. Debs Regional Park, Los Angeles (2020)

Archival photograph of Los Angeles River Center & Gardens, Los Angeles (2010)

Archival photograph of Burton Chace Park, Los Angeles (2021)

Archival photograph of Annenberg Community Beach House, Los Angeles (2016)

Archival photograph of Dockweiler State Beach, Los Angeles (2009)

Archival photograph of Cabrillo Beach, Los Angeles (2016)

Archival photograph of Manhattan Beach Pier, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of Hermosa Beach Pier, Los Angeles (2016)

Archival photograph of Beverly Gardens Park, Los Angeles (2018)

Archival photograph of Hollenbeck Park, Los Angeles (2012)

Archival photograph of Pan-Pacific Park, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of Carlson Park, Los Angeles

Archival photograph of George Izay Park, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of Casa Adobe de San Rafael Park, Los Angeles (2026)

Archival photograph of Hsi Lai Temple, Los Angeles (2009)

Archival photograph of food at Redbird (2017)

Archival photograph of food at Orsa & Winston (2013)

Archival photograph of food at Manuela (2018)

Food served at Sonoratown (2019)

Archival photograph of Egyptian Theatre, Los Angeles (1922)

Archival photograph of Amoeba Music: Hollywood, Los Angeles (2025)

Archival photograph of Fonda Theatre, Los Angeles (2024)

Archival photograph of Hollywood Pantages Theatre, Los Angeles (2022)

Archival photograph of El Capitan Theatre, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of AVALON Hollywood, Los Angeles (2007)

Archival photograph of TCL Chinese Theatre, Los Angeles (2006)

Archival photograph of Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles (2012)

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