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.
SANTA MONICA, CA β In a move to address record-high staffing vacancies and intensifying competition for top-tier law enforcement candidates, the Santa Monica Police Department has launched a new digital recruitment hub: JoinSMPD.com.
07/09/2025
π£ππ₯π π’π₯ ππ’π¨π¦ππ‘π? City Hall Rally Highlights Growing Divide Over Future of 191-Acre Airport Site
SANTA MONICA, CA β On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, a large and spirited crowd rallied outside Santa Monica City Hall in a show of public support for transforming the cityβs airport land into a βGreat Parkβ rather than opening it to development. The gathering drew families, community advocates, cit...
07/08/2025
Monday ride through Palisades Park β ocean breeze and quiet paths. πΏπ²
VENICE, CA β Sunday, July 6, 2025 β On a crowded holiday weekend at Venice Beach, a child-sized humanoid robot sporting a cowboy hat and silver chain attract...
07/06/2025
A quiet Sunday morning ride to the end of the Santa Monica Pier. Calm skies and light crowds as the holiday weekend winds down. Back to work tomorrow.
SANTA MONICA, CA β On Saturday, July 5, 2025, The Beach Club in Santa Monica held its annual Fourth of July weekend fireworks display, launching colorful bur...
07/06/2025
π£πππ₯ πππ§ππ: Fisherman Reels In Leopard Shark from Santa Monica Pier, Draws Crowd
SANTA MONICA, CA β On Saturday, July 5, 2025, a fisherman drew a crowd of curious onlookers after catching a leopard shark from the Santa Monica Pier.Spectat...
07/06/2025
πππ¬ π§πππ₯π, π’ππππππ₯π¦: Boardwalk Gets More Stable as LAPD Horses Hold the Line on Holiday Shenanigans
VENICE, CA β Saturday, July 5, 2025 β As throngs of visitors flocked to Venice Beach during the busy Fourth of July weekend, officers from the Los Angeles Po...
07/05/2025
Santa Monica Beach packed in again this holiday Saturdayβumbrellas up, crowds out, and summer in full swing along the coast.
07/05/2025
Wall-to-wall crowds on the Santa Monica Pier this Saturday as the holiday weekend rolls on under sunny skies.
07/05/2025
Santa Monica Beach was packed for the Fourth of July πΊπΈβsunny skies, big crowds, and classic summer vibes. The holiday weekend rolls on today.
07/04/2025
πΊπΈ Main Street marched with pride as Santa Monica welcomed Pacific Palisades for a united Fourth of July celebration. From bands to classic cars, it was a red, white, and blue show of strength and community.
SANTA MONICA, CA β July 4, 2025 β In a spirited celebration of Independence Day and community resilience, the Ocean Park Association hosted the 19th Annual F...
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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.
Fabian will capture the essence of your event in a photojournalistic style and create many candid photographs for you to cherish. Event photography is our most popular services.
Contact Fabian at 310-399-7049
DISCLAIMER: Santa Monica Closeup does not endorse or condone the content that is posted on our Facebook and Instagram page. We are Photojournalist/Press Photographers who document the daily life of our beach neighborhood.
Although the beaches are currently closed, we are fully authorized with a Sheriff issued press pass to document in the restricted area. We always receive FAA authorization to fly drone over Santa Monica and abide by Santa Monica Municipal Code 4.55.110
