I painted this scene because it captures something essential about Los Angeles. Driving through the city, you are surrounded by movement, light, and images competing for your attention. The billboards rise above everything, not just as advertisements, but as symbols of the stories, dreams, and industries that define this place. They feel larger than life, yet they are part of everyday routine.
What captivated me most was the contrast between the ordinary and the extraordinary. People driving to work, palm trees standing quietly, and above them, these massive signs representing imagination and possibility. The California light softens it all, turning a busy street into something timeless. This painting is about living inside a city where reality and storytelling exist side by side, and where even a simple drive can feel cinematic.