Exploration Illustration

Often when we are shown local architecture, it is presented from a vantage point that we cannot experience without a private helicopter. Since most of us aren’t rich (or birds), the way we experience architecture is from the ground. This illustration series was born of the idea that even what we see from this level can be beautiful.

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Griffith Observatory, Los Feliz, Los Angeles

Illustration of a Spanish style apartment building in Silver Lake Los Angeles by Paul Zappia

Apartment on Sanborn 2, Silver Lake, Los Angeles

Illustration of an early 20th century apartment building with trees and power lines in the foreground by Paul Zappia

Apartment on Sanborn 1, Silver Lake, Los Angeles

Apartment on Del Mar, Silver Lake, Los Angeles

Illustration of Echo Park Lake featuring the park's boathouse, swan boats, and lake in the foreground by Paul Zappia

Echo Park Lake, Echo Park, Los Angeles

Illustration of LA City Hall by Paul Zappia

City Hall, Downtown Los Angeles

Illustration of a midcentury nursery with a sign that reads "Kettles Nursery" by Paul Zappia

Kettle’s Nursery, Pasadena, CA

Illustration of the Highland Theatre in Los Angeles featuring its prominent signage and clouds in the background by Paul Zappia

Highland Theatre, Highland Park, Los Angeles

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