The lighting in the entrance room was dim, and with just a few steps into the main hall, a woman stood illuminated by a solitary spotlight. Read more...

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FIDM
The costumes from “The Young Victoria” were on display last year at the Art of Motion Picture Costume Design Exhibition, presented annually by the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. This year’s exhibition will include costumes from all of the Oscar-nominated films except for “I Am Love.” Five costumes designed by Colleen Atwood for “Alice in Wonderland” will be on display, including three outfits worn by Mia Wasikowska in her role as Alice.

Art viewers may be missing out when they rely on a computer screen for their tenuous dose of fine art. Read more...

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Artist Laura Owens previously had work showcased at solo exhibitions in New York, London and Los Angeles. She will be speaking at the Hammer Museum tonight.

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During midterms, it seems like there are not enough hours in a day to study, let alone eat. Read more...

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Socko’s Subs

Before heading to Silver Lake, I had a clear-cut image of what I expected to find: small, high-end speciality shops, overpriced and exotic cafes and willowy, well-dressed 20-somethings in trendy outfits worthy of the best vintage stores in town. Read more...

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The Secret Headquarters, a comic book store in Silver Lake, is known for its selection of small, locally printed comics.