Yes, as an Angeleno I agree and appreciate what you're saying. If you're visiting there is an interesting art show called "Beyond the Streets," in downtown. I actually help build a replica of vintage Venice Beach architecture that birthed some of today's renowned street artists.
https://steemit.com/steemskate/@shauntaemonte/the-king-of-venice
https://steemit.com/streetart/@shauntaemonte/beyond-the-streets
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