Santa Monica Close-up

Santa Monica Close-up https://venmo.com/u/santamonicacloseup Fabian's unique perspective on Santa Monica is reflected in his photography.

SantaMonicaCloseup.com is a photo-blog that documents everyday life in the Santa Monica area, created by local photojournalist, press photographer, and street photographer, . Santa Monica Closeup is a photo-blog that showcases the vibrant and diverse community of Santa Monica through the lens of Fabian Lewkowicz. As a local photojournalist and press photographer with extensive expe

rience covering the city, Fabian's photographs offer an authentic and intimate look at everyday life in Santa Monica. The blog has won multiple awards and has gained recognition for its high-quality photography and insightful commentary on the city's culture and people. The photographs featured on Santa Monica Closeup cover a range of subjects, including community events, local art, street performers, and the natural beauty of the area. In addition to his photography, Fabian is deeply involved in the Santa Monica community and is a trusted voice in local media. He is known for his commitment to social justice and has covered important issues such as affordable housing, homelessness, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the community. He captures the small details that make the city so special, from the colorful street murals to the lively farmers market. His photographs showcase the diversity of the community, from the surfers catching waves at the beach to the musicians performing on the Third Street Promenade. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, Santa Monica Closeup offers a rich and engaging way to experience the city. Through Fabian's lens, viewers can gain a deeper appreciation for the unique culture and energy of Santa Monica. The blog is a testament to the power of photography to capture the essence of a place and its people, and to tell important stories that might otherwise go unnoticed.

01/11/2026

Santa Monica Beach filled in under warm sunshine on Sunday, as temperatures reached the low 70s and visitors lined the shoreline to wade, walk, and enjoy calm surf beneath clear skies.

π—›π—˜π—”π—©π—˜π—‘ 𝗒π—₯ π—›π—˜π—Ÿπ—Ÿ?: Street Preachers Deliver Judgment-Heavy Sermon at Crowded Santa Monica Pier
01/11/2026

π—›π—˜π—”π—©π—˜π—‘ 𝗒π—₯ π—›π—˜π—Ÿπ—Ÿ?: Street Preachers Deliver Judgment-Heavy Sermon at Crowded Santa Monica Pier

SANTA MONICA, CA β€” Saturday, January 10, 2026 β€” Street preachers holding large religious signs and using a handheld loudspeaker delivered a lengthy sermon to...

01/10/2026

A sunny Saturday morning tour through Palisades Park, capturing green lawns, ocean views, and people strolling along the bluffs as Santa Monica eased into the day.

𝗣𝗔π—ͺπ—¦π—’π— π—˜ π—©π—œπ—˜π—ͺ𝗦: Two Stray Cats Roam the Palisades Park Cliffs Above the Santa Monica Coast
01/10/2026

𝗣𝗔π—ͺπ—¦π—’π— π—˜ π—©π—œπ—˜π—ͺ𝗦: Two Stray Cats Roam the Palisades Park Cliffs Above the Santa Monica Coast

SANTA MONICA, CA β€” Saturday, January 10, 2026 β€” Two stray cats were observed Saturday morning roaming through Palisades Park, moving across grassy areas and ...

01/10/2026

A clear, crisp Saturday morning revealed sweeping views of Santa Monica Bay from Palisades Park, with calm blue water, open sand, and the coastline stretching north beneath a cloudless sky.

01/10/2026

Friday sunset at the Santa Monica Pier, as golden light fades over the Pacific and waves roll in beneath the historic span.

01/10/2026

Late Friday afternoon at Santa Monica Beach, where long shadows stretch across the sand and the shoreline fills with walkers, seabirds, and the quiet rhythm of the Pacific.

On a chilly 47-degree Friday morning, a single hammock was hung between two palm trees at Venice Beach, sheltering a sle...
01/09/2026

On a chilly 47-degree Friday morning, a single hammock was hung between two palm trees at Venice Beach, sheltering a sleeper as joggers passed and the shoreline eased into daylight.

A vivid sunrise colored the sky over Santa Monica on Friday morning, with orange light reflecting off the water beside t...
01/09/2026

A vivid sunrise colored the sky over Santa Monica on Friday morning, with orange light reflecting off the water beside the Pier.

πŸ“· Joey Alvarez

The Santa Monica Pier sign replica glowed against a vivid sunrise this morning, as bands of pink and orange stretched ac...
01/09/2026

The Santa Monica Pier sign replica glowed against a vivid sunrise this morning, as bands of pink and orange stretched across the sky behind the illuminated arch. Early light reflected off the coast as the city began its day.

πŸ“· Joey Alvarez

𝗠𝗨π—₯π—”π—Ÿ π— π—’π—©π—˜: The late artist David Legaspi’s whale mural was removed from beneath the Santa Monica Pier for preservation ...
01/08/2026

𝗠𝗨π—₯π—”π—Ÿ π— π—’π—©π—˜: The late artist David Legaspi’s whale mural was removed from beneath the Santa Monica Pier for preservation and storage as part of the Pier Bridge Replacement Project. The artwork will be held while its future is reviewed with the artist’s estate.

SANTA MONICA, CA β€” Thursday, January 8, 2026 β€” Crews working on the Santa Monica Pier Bridge Replacement Project removed a whale mural Thursday morning from ...

π—˜π—«π—œπ—§ π—₯π—˜π—₯π—’π—¨π—§π—˜: New pier parking signage is going up as part of the Pier Bridge Replacement Project. Crews were observed i...
01/08/2026

π—˜π—«π—œπ—§ π—₯π—˜π—₯π—’π—¨π—§π—˜: New pier parking signage is going up as part of the Pier Bridge Replacement Project. Crews were observed installing updated exit markers to support changing traffic and access patterns during construction.

SANTA MONICA, CA β€” Wednesday, January 7, 2026 β€” Crews with Shimmick Construction Company, Inc. continued early-stage site preparation Wednesday beneath the S...

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SantaMonicaCloseup.com is a daily photo-blog documenting every-day life in Santa Monica focusing on community and cultural events by local photojournalist/press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz.

Fabian Lewkowicz is a professional multimedia photojournalist, award-winning event photographer, portrait photographer, headshot photographer, fine art photographer, PR photographer, communications photographer, aerial photographer and commercial photographer who has been photographing events for more than 15 years.

His photographs have been featured in the California Heritage Museum and in many photography exhibitions.

Fabian mastered his photojournalistic skills by working many years for local newspapers as a press photographer.